Popular Western Music [March 2025]

EmergenceSleep Token

Sleep Token – Emergence

The UK’s Sleep Token, known as a masked metal band, is drawing major global attention with their revolutionary music in the rock scene.

Frontman Vessel’s commanding vocals—ranging from R&B-style low tones to pristine falsetto and even screams—combine with an innovative sound that fuses alternative metal and indie pop.

This release achieved the remarkable feat of reaching No.

1 on the UK rock chart and No.

57 on the US Billboard Hot 100.

As a lead single from the album “Even in Arcadia,” slated for release in May 2025, it’s an ambitious work that also realizes a collaboration with Bilmuri’s saxophonist, Gabi Rose.

Its sweeping soundscape—woven from deep emotion and technical performance—suggests new musical possibilities that transcend genres.

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mgk – your name forever (Official Music Video)

A gemlike ballad from Machine Gun Kelly, the American rapper and actor, imbued with a heart-rending message in tribute to a best friend.

Featuring M.

Shadows and Synyster Gates of Avenged Sevenfold and Oli Sykes of Bring Me The Horizon, the track shines with emotive guitar work and powerful vocals.

Released on YouTube in March 2025 alongside its music video, it moved countless listeners.

The video—highlighted by a rooftop performance overlooking the Hollywood Hills and a striking mural by the artist Royal Dog—has garnered fervent support, particularly among rock fans.

Its lyrics, which capture feelings for a cherished person, and its passionate melody are sure to resonate deeply with anyone who holds someone dear.

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HAIM – Relationships (Official Video)

An ambitious new release from HAIM, the California-born sister trio, and their first in seven years, capturing the subtle nuances of human relationships hidden in everyday life.

Their refined sound—an artful fusion of ’70s classic rock and ’90s R&B—remains firmly intact.

This work portrays the emotional turbulence of falling in love, with the band’s hallmark delicate vocal harmonies sinking deep into the heart.

The music video features Drew Starkey, known from the Netflix series Outer Banks, delivering a striking depiction of young romance.

A piece that reveals a new side of this powerhouse band—once nominated for the Grammy Award for Best New Artist—and they’re slated to return to Japan for the first time in 12 years at Fuji Rock in July 2025.

A must-listen for anyone grappling with the ambiguities of love.

Run It UpHanumankind

Hanumankind – Run It Up ( Prod. By Kalmi ) | (Official Music Video)

Hanumankind, a young rapper taking flight from India to the world.

Born in Kerala, raised in Houston, and now based in Bengaluru, he’s rapidly expanding his reach.

In July 2024, he broke out globally with the single “Big Dawgs,” co-produced with Karan Kanchan (Karmic?), dominating charts worldwide, including reaching No.

7 on Spotify’s Global Top 50.

The track was also featured in Arsenal FC’s pre-season video, drawing even more attention.

Blending the Southern U.S.

hip-hop style with traditional Indian elements in his own unique way, the song stands out with an exhilarating beat and powerful rap delivery.

The must-see music video features Kalaripayattu, India’s traditional martial art.

It’s a track highly recommended for listeners seeking energetic grooves.

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JENNIE & Dua Lipa – Handlebars (Official Video)

A dream collaboration between Jennie of the Korean girl group BLACKPINK and British pop star Dua Lipa captures the unpredictability of love—like tumbling over a bicycle’s handlebars—and the rush of rising emotions.

The music video, with its striking psychedelic and fantastical visuals, is also generating buzz.

Seamlessly blending pop, electronica, and K-pop, the track appears on Jennie’s first solo album, “Ruby.” Showcasing the excellent chemistry they’ve demonstrated before on BLACKPINK’s “Kiss and Make Up,” this cross-border pop tune shines with undeniable appeal.

Hostile Government Takeover (EDM Remix)AGiftFromTodd & Vinny Marchi

Hostile Government Takeover (EDM Remix)

Known for crafting songs that weave catchy melodies with socially conscious messages, the American artists A Gift From Todd and Vinny Mark have released a new work in February 2025 that’s drawing attention as an ambitious project incorporating elements of electronic dance music.

Centered on themes of political transformation and the seizure of power, the piece blends grand synthesizer sounds with an up-tempo rhythm.

Its danceable beats and strong messaging make it perfect for club sets and festival stages.

With its memorable melodies and powerful sound, this track is recommended for listeners who want to engage with social issues through music.

Sorry I’m Here For Someone ElseBenson Boone

Benson Boone – Sorry I’m Here For Someone Else (Official Lyric Video)

Benson Boone, a young singer-songwriter from the United States, is a talented artist who has rapidly risen to prominence through his activity on social media.

Centered on the theme of a chance reunion with an ex, this work is a moving ballad that beautifully captures aching emotions and real-world conflict.

Riding on an energetic sound that fuses synth-pop and rock, his powerful, resonant vocals strike straight to the heart.

Released in February 2025 as a follow-up to his April 2024 debut album “Fireworks & Rollerblades,” the song has earned high marks on global charts.

He is also set to perform at Coachella, one of the world’s largest music festivals, in 2025, and expectations for his future success are soaring.

It’s the perfect track for anyone who relates to the complexities of love or seeks comfort in strong vocals and memorable melodies.