Summary of Western music releases [April 2025]

There’s A Rhythmn / Au RevoirBon Iver

Bon Iver – There’s A Rhythmn / Au Revoir (Official Video)

In April 2025, American indie-folk band Bon Iver released a striking track where soul-stirring silence intersects with an electronic soundscape.

Featured on the album “SABLE, fABLE,” the piece is a two-part number that charts an inner landscape shifting from a Wisconsin cabin to California’s sunlit vistas, signaling a bold new frontier.

Co-produced with Jim-E Stack, it achieves a delicate balance between cutting-edge electronics and warm folk textures.

The AI-driven music video, directed by Isaac Gale, has also generated buzz.

Tracing the subtle movements of the heart from quiet introspection toward a ray of hope, this song is a perfect companion for those standing at a crossroads in life.

Geometry Dash Gangster RapBoom Kitty

GEOMETRY DASH GANGSTER RAP (Official Music Video) [feat. EVW, KingSammelot, Colon]

Boom Kitty, a Seattle-based producer active across genres like electro and dubstep, delivers a new work that blends heavy basslines and energetic sound with deft touches of old-school hip-hop.

It ambitiously captures the world of the rhythm game Geometry Dash.

Released in April 2025, the track features appearances by well-known game players such as EricVanWilderman and King Samalot.

It was also selected as an official in-game event level, offering an appealing fusion of music and gameplay.

It’s a recommended listen not only for EDM fans but also for anyone interested in game music.

Burning Down The HouseBoy In Space

Boy In Space – Burning Down The House [Official Music Video]

The emotional new track by Sweden’s Boy In Space is a work where pop, country, and folk blend in exquisite balance.

Delicate, memorable guitar lines and a soothing string arrangement gently wrap themes of romantic turmoil and the wish for renewal.

Released in April 2025 from the EP “The Butterfly Affect,” this song, alongside tracks like “Dancing On Dynamite,” “Take It Easy,” and “Sway,” brilliantly showcases a new frontier in his artistry.

Created in collaboration with members of NOTD, the track’s crystalline vocals and organic sound design resonate deeply with heartfelt expression.

It’s a warm song that stays close to the emotions felt at the crossroads of love and life.

The SunBrittany Broski

Brittany Broski – The Sun (Official Visualizer)

Brittany Broski, who made a dazzling jump from social media to the music scene, is an influencer from Dallas, Texas, best known as the wildly popular “Kombucha Girl.” In April 2025, she made her solo debut with a first single that’s a soulful medium-tempo ballad infused with blues elements.

Produced by Luke Nicoli, the track blends a gritty texture with a feminine softness to striking effect.

Her vocals are both powerful and delicate, and the lyrics about a bittersweet love are sure to resonate with many.

It’s a song you’ll want to sit with alone on a night when you’re trying to soothe the ache of a broken heart.

Come OnBuckcherry

Buckcherry – “Come On” (Official Lyric Video)

Buckcherry, the popular band devoted to glamorous hard rock, has released a new track from their 11th album, Roar Like Thunder.

With vocals seasoned by bluesy richness reminiscent of Aerosmith and disciplined guitar riffs inherited from AC/DC, they’ve crafted a sophisticated sound that updates hard rock for today.

The song itself sings of the courage to move forward, and the band’s unwavering cry of the soul resonates deeply.

North American heavyweight producer Marti Frederiksen took part in the songwriting, brilliantly embodying the world of Roar Like Thunder, which is slated for release on June 13, 2025.

Double Trio 2By Storm

By Storm – Double Trio 2

By Storm is an experimental hip-hop unit from Arizona.

The new project from Ritchie and Parker Corey, following the conclusion of their work as Injury Reserve, has been gaining popularity.

This seven-minute epic weaves an avant-garde sound of sampling and jazz elements, adorned by saxophonist Patrick Shiroishi’s exquisite performance.

Fusing footwork-inspired beats with introspective lyrics, it’s a distinctive work that captivates listeners.

Released on April 6, 2025, the track has earned high praise from fans for its experimental approach that transcends genre boundaries.

It’s recommended not only for hip-hop and jazz fans, but also for anyone seeking a fresh musical experience.

Black StarCANDLEMASS

CANDLEMASS – Black Star (Official Video) | Napalm Records

CANDLEMASS, a flagship of Sweden’s doom metal scene, will release an ambitious EP in May 2025 to mark their 40th anniversary.

Showcasing the band’s hallmark weighty sound and majestic doom metal style throughout, the record channels the spirit of classic heavy metal while adding a contemporary edge.

Its towering riffs and wistful melodies, in particular, highlight the group’s uniquely mature musicality.

The EP also includes a cover of Black Sabbath’s Sabbath Bloody Sabbath.

In September, former vocalist Messiah Marcolin will reunite with the band for a special stage at Greece’s Rock Hard Festival—their first performance together in 19 years—making this an unmissable release for doom metal fans.