Summary of Western music releases [April 2025]

I Don’t Like Who I Was Then (feat. Ryland Heagy of Origami Angel)The Wonder Years

I Don’t Like Who I Was Then (feat. Ryland Heagy of Origami Angel)

The Wonder Years, a band from Pennsylvania that pours personal experiences and inner conflicts into a passionate pop‑punk sound.

They’re reconstructing a track from their 2015 album “No Closer to Heaven” into a new version featuring Ryland Heagy of Origami Angel, set for release in March 2025.

Its message—facing your past self while still trying to move forward—is easy to relate to, and the fusion of emotional melodies with powerful guitar riffs is superb.

The band’s sound and Ryland Heagy’s distinctive vocals create an exquisite chemistry, and the lyrics—singing of self-reflection and a desire for growth—are sure to resonate.

under the knifeThornhill

Thornhill – under the knife

Thornhill, the mavericks drawing attention from Melbourne, Australia.

Having steadily evolved from their 2019 album “The Dark Pool” to 2022’s “Heroine,” they released a track from their album “BODIES” in April 2025.

Interweaving impassioned vocals with beautiful melodies, this work dynamically and memorably portrays emotions wavering between love and desire.

There’s even a glimpse of the story that they worked late into the night in drummer Ben Maida’s living room—resulting in a song that balances rawness and refinement.

A must-listen for anyone interested in alternative metal or nu metal.

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Token – Feral (Official Music Video)

Rapper Token from Salem, Massachusetts.

Despite struggling with a speech disorder in his childhood, he began writing poetry to overcome those challenges, which led him into the world of rap.

The video “No Sucka MCs,” released in October 2015, racked up over 500,000 views in three days and drew attention from figures like Mark Wahlberg, catapulting him to fame.

In April 2025, a lead single from his new album “I’m Not Supposed To Be Here” was released.

Set over a dark, moody track, the song features blistering speed-rap and a rhythmic flow, paired with introspective lyrics that invite listeners to look inward.

Its sound, which feels like a companion on lonely nights, is sure to resonate deeply and evoke strong empathy.

NEVER ENOUGHTurnstile

TURNSTILE – NEVER ENOUGH [OFFICIAL VIDEO]

This is a release from Turnstile, the hardcore punk band based in Baltimore, USA, coming out in April 2025.

Seamlessly fusing heavy riffs with dreamy interludes, the track is a key piece that showcases the band’s evolution.

Its ambient outro unfolds a delicate soundscape woven with piano and drones.

The song is the title track of Never Enough, the new album being released by Roadrunner Records.

The production, handled by vocalist Brendan Yates, also shines throughout.

Marking their first new release since the 2021 album Glow On, this record is the first to feature new member Meg Mills in the studio.

Blending intensity with strong melodic elements, this track is one that not only hardcore fans but also listeners hungry for fresh sounds should definitely hear.

What Are We Fighting ForW.E.T

W.E.T. – “What Are We Fighting For” – Visualizer Video

This is a gem of a track with folk-inspired elements from W.E.T., the Swedish supergroup representing the melodic hard rock scene, taken from their album Apex.

The two lead singers deliver powerful performances that convey a profound message questioning conflict and strife.

Although it appears on a March 2025 album, its modern sound set to a slower tempo marks new ground for the band, diverging from typical hard rock.

It’s a work that fully showcases the musical maturity they’ve built since their 2009 debut, further enriched by the participation of Talisman drummer Jamie Borger.

Highly recommended not only for fans of classic melodic rock but also for those interested in songs with a strong folk flavor.

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Wavves – Goner (Official Video)

The new release from Wavves, who burst out of San Diego’s indie rock scene, is a track defined by powerful, melodic sound and catchy hooks.

Produced by Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker, it skillfully blends the band’s signature surf rock and punk elements.

The song is a lead single from the album “Spun,” slated for release in June 2025, and its music video features footage from a wildfire relief charity show at the Los Angeles venue Zebulon.

With energetic guitar riffs and an exhilarating melody line, it’s a perfect summer listen—and a must-hear for fans of garage rock and power pop.

catch these fistsWet Leg

Wet Leg – catch these fists (Official Video)

Wet Leg, the female duo based on the Isle of Wight in the UK, have unveiled their eagerly awaited second single.

Taken from the forthcoming album “Moisturizer,” this advance release is an ambitious work that conveys a sardonic message aimed at late-night pickup artists, set to a danceable yet unsettling new wave sound.

The distinctive world they weave with a thick, weighty bassline and taut guitar riffs is quintessential Wet Leg—the very essence that earned them high praise at the Grammys.

The album, slated for release in July, is said to feature even more idiosyncratic tracks, making this song a perfect entry point for anyone curious about the pop-leaning post-punk landscape.