Summary of Western music releases [April 2025]

Running From MyselfCaity Baser

Caity Baser – Running From Myself (Visualiser)

Katie Baser, who’s rapidly gaining attention on the UK pop scene.

Hailing from Southampton, she’s won overwhelming support from younger listeners with her candid, humorous lyrics and catchy melodies.

Released in April 2025 in collaboration with Oh Wonder, this track pairs a Motown-inspired sound—driven by a 14-piece string section and a six-piece brass section—with lyrics that explore self-acceptance and inner conflict.

It marks a step forward in her musical evolution and stands as a key song following her mixtape “Still Learning” and EP “Thanks for Nothing, See You Never.” By fusing introspective lyrics with a grand arrangement, it’s sure to resonate deeply with anyone looking to confront themselves.

Don’t Forget You Love MeCalum Hood

Calum Hood – Don’t Forget You Love Me (Official Video)

Callum Hood, the bassist and vocalist of the globally popular band 5 Seconds of Summer, has launched a solo project in collaboration with rising Australian producer TMS.

Blending a polished sound inspired by 1980s synth-pop with his husky, unvarnished vocals, this work candidly portrays deep emotions such as heartbreak and self-loathing.

It’s a track slated for inclusion on the album “ORDER chaos ORDER,” and will be released ahead of the full record’s launch in June 2025.

Experience this melancholic pop tune where refined musicality and raw emotional expression harmonize beautifully to leave a lasting impression.

oysterChloe Moriondo

chloe moriondo – oyster

Singer-songwriter Chloe Moriondo from Detroit, Michigan released a new album, “Oyster,” in March 2025.

The twenty-something artist, who is also active as a YouTuber, presents a lyrical, ocean-themed sound world on her fourth album, which features 13 tracks.

It explores delicate themes such as love, heartbreak, and self-discovery, effectively weaving in glitchy sounds and elements of hyperpop.

This is the title track, so be sure to check it out.

EcstasyCiara

Ciara – Ecstasy

American singer Ciara has returned to her sensual slow R&B roots.

In April 2025, she released the lead single from her eighth album, “CiCi.” Co-written with Theron Thomas, a Grammy winner for Songwriter of the Year, the track blends the seductive vibe inherited from past classics like “Promise” and “Body Party” with cutting-edge production.

The music video—directed by the renowned Diane Martel, who worked on “Promise” and many other hits—has also generated buzz, even appearing on a Times Square billboard.

It’s the perfect song to set the mood for a relaxing night.

MOTION (ft. DaBaby)DDG

DDG – MOTION ft. DaBaby (Live From Hit-A-Thon)

Released in April 2025, this track features DDG—active as an American rapper, singer-songwriter, and even YouTuber—paired seamlessly with DaBaby, known for his sharp rap flow.

Over a dark, moody trap beat, they confidently speak on lifestyle and street status.

With standout production by Einer Bankz and ChefMade, the song serves as the lead single from DDG’s new album, BLAME THE CHAT.

The fusion of lavish lifestyle imagery—also showcased in the music video—and the beat is executed brilliantly, making it a must-hear for fans of cool, polished hip-hop.

MOLDY MEMORIES (peer pressure turned me into a diamond)DUCKBOY

MOLDY MEMORIES (peer pressure turned me into a diamond) (Official Lyric Video)

Duckboy, an artist from New Orleans, USA, is the solo project of Ruby da Cherry, also known as a member of $uicideboy$.

Released in April 2025, this ambitious work deftly fuses pop-punk and new wave around themes of peer pressure and self-worth.

Having earned high acclaim with the album “existential hymns for the average sigma [vol.

9],” he showcases an even more mature musicality here.

Issued via G59 Records, the release features him performing all instruments and vocals himself.

Drawing on influences from Misfits and Minor Threat, it delivers an energetic, emotionally rich sound that’s distinctly his own.

It’s a track meant for anyone grappling with the anxieties and conflicts of youth.

WinonaDeafheaven

Deafheaven – Winona (Short Film)

San Francisco’s Deafheaven, known for their distinctive post-metal sound, pivot from the shoegaze approach showcased on their previous album Infinite Granite to a work rooted in an intense black metal sound on their album Lonely People With Power.

Featuring a choir dubbed the Winona Choir, they craft a dreamlike soundscape where roaring guitars and delicate melodies intersect.

Released alongside a short film in March 2025, this work further deepens Deafheaven’s unique musical universe and has earned high praise from numerous music media as a piece that suggests new possibilities for post-metal.

It’s a highly recommended track for listeners seeking refined musicianship and emotional expression.