Summary of Western music releases [April 2025]

GangstersMark Pritchard & Thom Yorke

Mark Pritchard & Thom Yorke – Gangsters (Official Video)

This collaboration between two major British artists, Mark Pritchard and Thom Yorke, reveals an unexpectedly strong chemistry within a distinctive electronic soundscape woven from bit-crushed synths and driving rhythms.

Released in April 2025, the track is positioned as the third single from the forthcoming album Tall Tales.

Yorke’s vocals, processed with pitch shifts and effects, blend seamlessly with Pritchard’s experimental sound design to create a fresh musical experience.

Initiated during the 2020 pandemic, the project also features a captivating music video with a strange marionette dancing, crafted by Australian visual artist Jonathan Zawada.

Highly recommended for those interested in the intersection of avant-garde electronic music and alternative rock.

WeightlessMartin Garrix & Arijit Singh

Martin Garrix & Arijit Singh – Weightless (Official Video)

A miraculous collaboration track born from the meeting of brilliant talents.

It’s a heartwarming, melodic piece by Martin Garrix, a leading figure in the Dutch DJ scene, and Arijit Singh, a heavyweight in Indian music.

Melodic electronica beautifully fuses with traditional Indian musical elements, and it’s worth noting that Garrix himself also contributes vocals.

Released on April 11, 2025 via STMPD RCRDS and premiered at Ultra Music Festival 2025 in Miami that March, the track showcases a perfect harmony between the two artists’ musical styles.

The music video, inspired by the traditional Indian festival “Dahi Handi,” is also captivating, making this a highly recommended song for anyone seeking a soothing, uplifting sense of weightlessness.

Love Is WarMemphis May Fire

Memphis May Fire – Love Is War (Official Music Video)

This track will sweep you away with the fusion of powerful guitar riffs and melody-rich songwriting, showcasing the authentic sound of American metalcore band Memphis May Fire.

As the closing piece on the album “Shapeshifter,” it perfectly balances heavy sonics with emotional vocals, resulting in a production sure to captivate metalcore fans.

Featured on the album “Shapeshifter,” slated for release in March 2025, the song stays true to the band’s signature metalcore foundation while effectively incorporating more melodic elements.

It stands as a culmination of their influences—from Underoath to Killswitch Engage—and is recommended not only for those who love intense music, but also for listeners seeking a more melodious track.

CoolMichael Clifford

Michael Clifford – cool (Official Music Video)

Michael Clifford, guitarist of the globally popular pop-rock band 5 Seconds of Summer, will release his first solo work in April 2025.

Hailing from Australia, his new project marks a fresh musical challenge that sets itself apart from his work with the band.

The track reflects influences from a diverse range of artists, including Green Day, Bring Me The Horizon, and twenty one pilots, featuring powerful guitar sounds and a catchy melody.

The music video visually expresses his new musical direction, and its early preview on TikTok drew enthusiastic anticipation from many fans.

With its energetic sound, this song encourages those who are determined to follow their own path.

Something BeautifulMiley Cyrus

Miley Cyrus – Something Beautiful (Official Video)

American singer-songwriter Miley Cyrus has released a new track that marks a bold challenge built around the concept of unique pop opera.

Beginning as a soulful love song and then evolving into an experimental rock sound, the piece is an ambitious track inspired by Pink Floyd’s classic album The Wall.

Slated for inclusion on the album Something Beautiful, scheduled for release in May 2025, the song will be accompanied by a musical film of the same name due out in June of the same year.

The film features supermodel Naomi Campbell and is directed by Miley herself.

Paired with ethereal visuals, the musical world it creates makes this a perfect piece for listeners seeking a fantastical experience.

GreenlightMolly Santana

Molly Santana – Greenlight (Official Music Video)

Born in 2004, Molly Santana is a Japanese American artist who grew up in Los Angeles and Tokyo.

Her music career began with recording on Apple devices and has steadily built a following from the underground scene.

Blending trap and pop-rap, she creates dynamic, expressive works with confident lyrics.

This track is from her EP “Masonic Musik,” featuring an impressive ensemble in collaboration with producers Spur Mario, Synthetic, and Shoujo.

It has been highlighted by numerous music outlets, including Apple Music’s playlist “Amon-Ra St.

Brown: Aufwärmen.” With its powerful beats and catchy melodies, it’s sure to captivate listeners looking for an energy boost.

RodeoMomma

Momma – Rodeo (Music Video)

Los Angeles–based indie rock band Momma has released the lead single from their upcoming album “Welcome to My Blue Sky,” scheduled for release in April 2025.

Capturing the complex emotions of past relationships, the track is also generating buzz for its music video directed by Richard Philip Smith.

Set on an ice rink, the unique visuals depict a skater being chased by a cow, vividly embodying the song’s world.

After drawing attention with a March 2025 appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Momma continues to craft compelling music that evokes ’90s rock, marked by clean, live-focused production and sing-along-worthy melodies.

It’s a must-listen not only for indie rock fans but also for anyone seeking a blend of nostalgic atmosphere and contemporary sound.