[2025] Stylish New Western Music to Listen to at Night

Illegal (Nia Archives Remix)PinkPantheress

PinkPantheress – Illegal (Nia Archives Remix)

An energetic remix that feels like it bottles the raw heat of the UK club scene.

PinkPantheress, the UK-born, globally acclaimed artist, released a track from her June 2025 mixtape “Fancy That,” which rising producer Nia Archives has rebuilt from the ground up.

Pivoting away from the original’s sprightly UK garage sound, this version morphs into a hard-edged, aggressive jungle beat.

That impulsive emotion—knowing it’s forbidden yet impossible to stop—tangles with the thrilling track and fires up the listener’s adrenaline.

The fact that it dropped right before her Glastonbury set also signals a clear intent to ignite the dance floor.

Put it on when you want to revel in the exhilaration of the club.

Musicunderscores

underscores — Music

Underscores, the American prodigy born in 2000 who keeps breaking down genre barriers.

Released in June 2025, this track is electropop that seems to embody both the joy and the depth of making music itself.

The meticulously crafted beats and airy vocals weave a sound that feels like peering into a precision-crafted kaleidoscope.

With serious curiosity and playful pop sensibility coexisting, this piece will spark excitement about music’s infinite possibilities.

About two years after the masterpiece Wallsocket, this work showcases clear evolution—and it’s sure to stimulate the senses of anyone bored with run-of-the-mill music.

TokyoWIM

WIM – Tokyo (Visualizer)

Wimm, a promising solo artist from Thailand who continues to be based there, made the shift to a solo career in 2024 after his time as a member of HYBS.

Released in May 2025 as part of his album “Snacks & Wine,” this track captivates with a sophisticated sound that fuses electronic pop and indie rock.

The lyrics, inspired by Tokyo’s night skyline and cityscapes, depict both the loneliness and hope of urban life, while the arrangement—where shimmering synthesizers intertwine with delicate guitar arpeggios—is superb.

It’s the kind of song you’ll want to listen to while walking through the city at night.

Talk Talk TalkJordan Rakei

Jordan Rakei – Talk Talk Talk (Official Lyric Video)

Jordan Rakei, a New Zealand–born artist based in the UK, is a highly acclaimed musician whose distinctive sound blends soul, jazz, R&B, and more, earning him international recognition.

Released in February 2025, this track stands out for its soothing melodies that beautifully balance neo-soul and jazz elements, and its deeply insightful lyrics about embracing change in life.

Featured on the Decca Records album “The Loop,” it was recorded at RAK Studios in London.

Influenced by a Bill Withers documentary, the piece captivates with its refined arrangement featuring strings and its wistful, beautiful vocals.

It’s a song best appreciated in the quiet of night, when you can truly open your heart and listen.

Rock With You (feat. Takuya Kuroda)José James

José James – Rock With You feat. Takuya Kuroda (Official Audio)

The dance classic by Justin Timberlake and The Neptunes, which revived the sparkle of ’70s disco with fresh energy in the 2000s, returns to you with even greater allure.

José James faithfully carries forward the original’s romantic atmosphere with his soulful vocals and refined arrangement, while Takuya Kuroda’s lustrous trumpet weaves an emotive melodic line that blends beautifully with it.

Recorded live in a single take to analog tape, this track serves as a centerpiece of the album “1978: Revenge of The Dragon,” wrapped in an underground vibe reminiscent of the old Mudd Club.

It’s the perfect song for nights when you want to surrender to a smooth groove or share a romantic moment with someone special.

Red MoonTom Misch

Tom Misch – Red Moon (Official Lyric Video)

South London-born multi-instrumentalist and producer Tom Misch has released a new track in May 2025, created in Nashville with Grammy-winning producers Daniel Tashian and Ian Fitchuk.

This work stands apart from his signature neo-soul and jazz elements, presenting an introspective alternative ballad that powerfully portrays lost love and the hope for renewal.

Having established a unique musical identity with his album Geography and his collaborative project What Kinda Music with Yussef Dayes, he ventures into more emotionally charged expression here.

With soulful vocals and melodic sonics that resonate deeply, this release is highly recommended for anyone seeking heartwarming music.

Fallowfield LoopsGoGo Penguin

GoGo Penguin – Fallowfield Loops

A deeply moving piece by the British piano trio GoGo Penguin, where the quietude away from the city’s hustle and the energy of moving forward blend exquisitely.

Inspired by the disused railway sites of Manchester, the work evokes both nostalgic longing and hope for the future.

As an advance track from their forthcoming album “Necessary Fictions,” slated for release in June 2025, it has drawn significant attention.

The warm tones of acoustic piano and double bass are beautifully balanced with the fresh timbres of modular synth.

Marking a new frontier for this accomplished band—nominated for the Mercury Prize with their album “v2.

0”—it’s a track best savored in a quiet place.

Perfect for moments when your heart feels unsettled, or when you’re ready to take a new step forward.