[2025] A Collection of Western Songs with Titles Starting with D

DamoclesSleep Token

Sleep Token – Damocles

Sleep Token, a London-based British band, is a mysterious alternative metal act whose members conceal their identities with masks and cloaks.

Their music refuses to stay within a single genre, showcasing a captivating range of styles.

The song I’m introducing today is one in which the piano’s resonance pierces the heart more than most in their repertoire.

Beginning with serene piano lines and gradually building into a sweeping soundscape driven by surging emotion, it’s truly breathtaking.

In this piece, the anguish lurking behind a glamorous world and Vessel’s confrontation with his own inner self seem to be portrayed in layers, intertwined with the piano’s delicate yet powerful tones.

The contrast between dissonance and beautiful harmony feels as if it were the very embodiment of inner conflict.

Released in April 2025, this track appears on their fourth album, Even In Arcadia, where it helps to shape the story’s climactic moments.

Give it a listen on a quiet night when you want to face yourself, or whenever you’re seeking a deeply moving experience.

DabbleConnor Price & Nic D

Connor Price & Nic D – Dabble (Official Video)

Connor Price, a Canada native who began his career as an actor in childhood and in recent years switched to music, and his longtime ally Nick D.

In 2023, Connor Price’s tracks surpassed one billion streams, and the two, both proven talents, released their collaborative album “ICONIC” in May 2025.

One of the songs stands out as a hip-hop tune featuring a breezy beat produced by GRAHAM and a tightly synchronized back-and-forth between the pair.

The track has drawn a strong response on social media platforms like TikTok, earning widespread support and popularity among listeners.

It’s a catchy number you’ll want to play on a drive or whenever you want to get pumped up.

Death by ChocolateDe-Phazz

Death by Chocolate

De-Phazz, hailing from Heidelberg, Germany, is a music project formed in 1997 by producer Pit Baumgartner.

Their sound blends a wide range of genres—jazz, soul, Latin, and trip-hop—and features vocalists such as Pat Appleton and Karl Frierson.

Their third album, Death by Chocolate, released in 2001, is one of their signature works, steering more toward soul and lounge music than its predecessor.

Spanning 16 tracks over approximately 64 minutes, it unfolds an urbane and sophisticated sound, including the French-language track Jeunesse Dorée.

Through a skillful fusion of electronic elements and live instruments, the album has remained beloved by many listeners as a classic of acid jazz and downtempo.

It’s a superb, highly recommended pick for music fans seeking stylish jazz vibes.

Dream State (feat. André 3000)Kamasi Washington

Kamasi Washington – Dream State (feat. André 3000) (Official Visual)

Kamasi Washington is a jazz saxophonist born in 1981 and hailing from Los Angeles, USA.

Raised in a musical family, Kamasi drew global attention with his 2015 opus The Epic and has since reigned as one of the most innovative artists in contemporary jazz.

Fearless Movement, released in May 2024, is his long-awaited new work, arriving six years after his previous album.

Spanning 12 tracks and roughly 86 minutes, it’s an ambitious project that, while grounded in jazz, skillfully fuses elements of funk, hip-hop, and soul.

Featuring star guests like George Clinton and André 3000, the album unfolds with a vibrant sound that Kamasi himself calls a “dance album.” It’s a masterpiece highly recommended for anyone eager to experience a new horizon in modern jazz.

DreamerLaufey

Laufey – Dreamer (Official Audio)

This is a single released in September 2023 by Icelandic singer-songwriter Laufey from her album “Bewitched.” The song portrays a woman who, despite experiencing romantic disappointment, never loses her sense of wonder.

The lyrics include the phrase “Milky Way,” conjuring a beautiful, starry-world atmosphere.

With her distinctive blend of jazz and pop, the track begins with a gentle piano and gradually expands into a richer soundscape, highlighted by a warm, Ella Fitzgerald–evoking vocal.

It’s a perfect classic for nights spent gazing at the stars, moments of romantic turmoil, or times when you want to find new hope.

Dance of Magicnorman connors

Dance of Magic

Dance of Magic, the debut album released in 1972 by Philadelphia-born drummer Norman Connors, is an ambitious work that attempts to fuse spiritual jazz and fusion.

The 21-minute title track, which occupies the entire A-side, features a star-studded lineup including Herbie Hancock, Stanley Clarke, and Gary Bartz, where free improvisation and meticulous structure blend beautifully.

Connors—25 years old at the time—leads the proceedings with intense drumming, creating a profound sound that incorporates Latin rhythms and a cosmic mystique.

While it did not achieve commercial success, it remains an important work that greatly influenced the later development of jazz fusion.

DoraSainté

Sainté – Dora (Official Video)

Hailing from Leicester, UK, Sante—an artist drawing attention on the UK rap scene—released his new work in May 2025.

Born in Zimbabwe and spurred by the COVID-19 lockdown to dive fully into music production, he gained popularity for his mellow, sophisticated sound, with his 2020 single “Champagne Shots” surpassing 100 million streams on Spotify.

This release blends smooth beats infused with Trap and Future Bass elements with Sante’s calm flow, offering listeners a relaxed vibe.

It’s a track that showcases a confident performance and refined style, signaling a fresh wave in UK rap.

Following his 2024 mixtape “Calm & Collected,” this song marks a step forward in his musical evolution—perfect for drives or chilling out.