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

So Easy (To Fall In Love)NEW!Olivia Dean

Olivia Dean – So Easy (To Fall In Love)

Olivia Dean, a graduate of the prestigious BRIT School that produced artists like Amy Winehouse, is attracting major attention in the UK.

With Jamaican roots, her musical foundation lies in neo-soul and R&B.

Her debut album Messy was nominated for the Mercury Prize in June 2023.

From her second album, The Art of Loving, I’d like to introduce a track that embodies the album’s worldview.

The record delicately captures the coexistence of the exhilaration of falling in love and the reassurance of finding someone to share your life with.

Its light, comfortable pop sound melds with her soulful vocals, resulting in a highly refined song.

It’s the kind of music that can make an ordinary day feel a little special—be sure to check it out.

ItsumoNEW!Mei Semones

Mei Semones – Itsumo (Official Visualizer)

Singer-songwriter Mei Simones has been drawing attention for her distinctive sound that fuses jazz and bossa nova with indie pop through highly sophisticated techniques.

The track released in September 2025 is a special piece that was originally included only on the Japanese edition of her debut album “Animaru,” released in May 2025.

The breathtaking sound—featuring a virtuosic jazz guitar solo, rhythms reminiscent of Brazilian music, and an elegant string ensemble—is simply stunning.

Switching between Japanese and English, the song pulls you into a world where delicacy and passion coexist.

If you want to enjoy both technical musicianship and melodies that speak to the heart, this is a must-listen.

REMIND MEChase Atlantic

Chase Atlantic – REMIND ME (Official Lyric Video)

Chase Atlantic, an Australian trio that blends alternative R&B and dark pop, has gained worldwide popularity.

In September 2025, they released this piece.

It’s a sentimental number that evokes unforgettable memories etched into a late summer night.

The sound—combining airy synths with a shimmering trap beat—showcases their uniquely genre-defying appeal.

Within its dreamy yet somewhat wistful mood, the vocals stir a deep nostalgia for times gone by.

This release follows their November 2024 album, “Lost in Heaven,” and is a perfect pick for those who find ordinary pop unsatisfying and want to spend the night with moody, atmospheric music.

SprinterCentral Cee x Dave

Central Cee x Dave – Sprinter [Music Video]

Since its release on June 1, 2023, the explosive chart-topping banger “Sprinter” has been a standout collaboration between Dave and Central Cee.

This track from two stars of the UK hip-hop and rap scene blends Latin-tinged acoustic guitar with UK drill sounds, bringing a fresh new vibe.

Their distinctive British-accented flows are another highlight.

It’s perfect for anyone who wants to experience a cross-border musical style or enjoy a rhythmic ride while driving.

Stylish, cool, and full of taste—why not add a new shade to your playlist with this track?

I Wish I Didn’t Waste Your TimeThundercat

Thundercat – ‘I Wish I Didn’t Waste Your Time’

Thundercat, the musician who wields a virtuosic six-string bass and moves effortlessly between jazz and soul.

After winning a Grammy in 2021 for his album It Is What It Is, he’s finally dropped a long-awaited solo track.

Released in September 2025, this song centers on a bittersweet, beautiful sentiment: regret over having “wasted” time with a former lover.

His signature blend of flowing bass lines and sweet falsetto remains intact, melding with dreamy synths.

This time, producer Greg Kurstin is on board, crafting an intimate yet richly layered sound.

It’s a track that’s perfect for a solitary night when you want to sink into a sentimental mood.

Children of the Baked Potato (feat. Remi Wolf)Thundercat

Thundercat – ‘Children of the Baked Potato (feat. Remi Wolf)’

Known as a virtuoso bassist, Thundercat won a Grammy in 2021 for his album “It Is What It Is.” The track he released in September 2025 features LA-born singer Remi Wolf.

It unfolds a supreme funk sound where a dynamic beat built on polyrhythms intertwines with a technically dazzling yet playful bassline.

The song pays homage to a long-standing jazz club in LA, and it’s fascinating that the two artists’ musical roots intersect in its backstory.

It also drew major attention when the promo video was shown across 42 outdoor screens in Shibuya.

Baby Blue (feat. Oliver Sim)SG Lewis

SG Lewis – Baby Blue (feat. Oliver Sim)

SG Lewis from the UK is a multifaceted artist active as a singer-songwriter and producer.

Seamlessly traversing genres like deep house, synth-pop, and funk, he’s a proven talent who has also written songs for numerous artists, including Dua Lipa.

This is the lead single from his third album, “Anemoia,” set for release in September 2025.

The track features The xx’s Oliver Sim on vocals and comes together as a dance tune imbued with the sparkle of disco.

Reflecting the album’s overarching theme—nostalgia for an era one has never experienced—it blends a certain wistful emotion into its glamorous sound.

Its nostalgic world evokes faint memories of young love, making for a wonderfully comfortable vibe.

It feels like the perfect song for moments when you want to linger in a touch of sentimentality, wrapped in sophisticated production.