[2025] Great for drives too! A roundup of the latest stylish Western music

Love Is UnkindBANKS

BANKS – Love Is Unkind (Official Lyric Video)

This song portrays the cruelty and complexity of love.

Released in January 2025, it’s a track by Banks included on her album Off With Her Head.

The American singer-songwriter Banks is known for her emotional and experimental musical style, and that signature is on full display here.

Blending electronic and R&B elements, the song deftly conveys the duality of love.

It’s a track that will likely resonate deeply with anyone who has experienced the pain and conflict of romance.

SOSCraig David

Craig David – SOS (Official Music Video)

This is a track by UK-born Craig David, known for his soulful vocals.

Released in January 2025, the song blends the elegance of R&B with heartfelt lyrics, portraying the emotions of confronting the fragility of love.

Craig David debuted in 1999 and has received numerous awards to date.

With this release, he is set to launch the “Commitment Tour” starting in February 2025.

It’s a perfect song for anyone wrestling with matters of the heart and for R&B fans alike.

Be sure to give it a listen on YouTube and more!

Slow MotionMarshmello, Jonas Brothers

Marshmello, Jonas Brothers – Slow Motion (Official Lyric Video)

This is a collaborative track by Marshmello and the Jonas Brothers, released in January 2025, blending upbeat electronic sounds with a catchy melody.

The lyrics focus on savoring every moment in a relationship and slowing down the passage of time.

The song had its debut performance at America’s traditional New Year’s Eve event, Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, drawing significant attention from fans.

It’s also popular for video posts on social media, so consider using it when sharing memories with someone special.

Pure LoveDJ Koze feat. Damon Albarn

Pure Love (Official Video) – DJ Koze feat. Damon Albarn

A masterpiece is born, distinguished by tropical dance beats and Auto-Tuned vocals! This new track is a collaboration between DJ Koze, the popular German DJ, and Damon Albarn, known for Blur and Gorillaz.

Released as a lead single in November 2024, it’s slated to appear on the album “Music Can Hear Us,” scheduled for April 2025.

The lyrics, themed around the purity of love and its self-destructive side, leave a strong impression.

The music video, featuring a figure walking across a snow-covered landscape, beautifully captures the song’s world.

It’s a must-listen not only for fans of electronica and dance music, but also for those interested in experimental sounds.

REPROGRAMKilo Kish

KILO KISH – REPROGRAM

Kilo Kish is a singer-songwriter from Florida, USA, known for her original sound design and multifaceted artistry.

Her 2022 album American Gurl features collaborations with standout artists like Miguel and Vince Staples and has earned high praise.

Incorporating elements of techno, the album beautifully blends refined electronic beats with experimental soundscapes, centering on themes of personal transformation and creativity.

As a lead track in her EP series Negotiations, it stands out with an icily cool sonic palette.

Drawing influences from a wide range of genres—from hip-hop to indie pop—her sound makes for a perfect listen on a late-night drive or in a quiet space where you can take it all in.

HomeIsabel LaRosa

Isabel LaRosa – Home (Lyric Video)

Isabel LaRosa, a Maryland-born artist from the United States, has released a striking new song.

Having been immersed in music since childhood, she creates tracks with her brother Thomas, and this work was born from the experience of leaving her childhood home.

Its dark-pop melody, tinged with bittersweet nostalgia, pairs beautifully with lyrics that capture the sense of loss that comes with growing up.

Since its release in February 2024, the song has resonated with many listeners and has drawn attention for its deft portrayal of teenage emotions.

It’s a must-listen for anyone facing life changes—like living alone or moving to a new place.

Lost Your FaithAva Max

Ava Max – Lost Your Faith (Official Visualizer)

A weighty work themed around eternal love and faith, depicting a relationship in collapse, arrives from American singer-songwriter Ava Max.

After achieving a global breakthrough with her 2018 hit song “Sweet but Psycho,” she takes on pop rock for the first time with this release.

Sampling Leonard Cohen’s classic “Hallelujah,” she powerfully conveys the unraveling of trust with a loved one through her vocals.

Released in February 2025, the track was unveiled as the lead single from her third studio album, following Heaven & Hell and Diamonds & Dancefloors.

Singing about overcoming heartbreak and resolving to emerge stronger, this is a song to hear when you find yourself at a crossroads in life.