Popular Western Music [April 2025]

Long Live My BrotherEBK Jaaybo

EBK Jaaybo – Long Live My Brother (Official Music Video)

EBK Jaybo, a young, hard-hitting rapper from Stockton, California, has been making his mark on the West Coast rap scene since launching his music career in 2018.

His April 2025 single is a soulful tribute to his late brother.

Heavy 808s and a cinematic soundscape strikingly elevate lyrics steeped in deep sorrow and anger.

On YouTube, the track racked up over 620,000 views within just a few days of release, landing at No.

7 on the music trending charts.

In 2024, his album The Reaper broke through onto Billboard’s Bubbling Under Hot 100 and Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs charts.

This release lays bare urgent emotions and harsh realities, making it a must-listen for those who connect with raw, unfiltered expression.

LachrymaGHOST

Ghost – Lachryma (Official Music Video)

Sweden’s pride, the theatrical rock band Ghost, is breaking new ground by fusing weighty metal sounds with dramatic melodies.

Released in April 2025, this track from the album “Skeletá” brilliantly balances a dark lyrical world with captivating melodies.

Its refined arrangement, infused with an ’80s AOR flavor, and the expressively rich vocals of the new frontman, Papa V Perpetua, are deeply moving.

True to Ghost’s high standards—recall their Grammy-winning single “Cirice” in 2016—the song is impeccably crafted, making it a top recommendation for those who want to immerse themselves in a fantastical soundscape or who crave authentic rock sonics.

The pre-album music video is a must-see, and anticipation is high for the live performances on the ongoing “Skeletour.”

Steve’s Lava ChickenJack Black

Jack Black – Steve’s Lava Chicken (Official Music Video) | A Minecraft Movie Soundtrack | WaterTower

Jack Black, whose multifaceted talents span film, comedy, and music, continues to captivate fans around the world.

The insert song he unveiled for A Minecraft Movie, set for release in March 2025, is a work that brilliantly fuses the unique humor and rock sensibilities of this American entertainer.

Built on a feel-good guitar riff and comedic lyrics, the track was released as part of the film’s soundtrack by WaterTower Music.

It sparked such a reaction that a bizarre phenomenon reportedly occurred during theatrical screenings, with audience members bringing in live chickens, and it became a major hit, reaching No.

11 on New Zealand’s singles chart.

It’s a must-listen not only for fans of film and games, but also for anyone seeking innovative entertainment that blends comedy and music.

Blue StripsJessie Murph

Jessie Murph – Blue Strips (Official Visualizer)

Singer-songwriter Jessie Murph from Alabama, USA, is a prodigy who began writing lyrics at just nine years old and started full-fledged songwriting at eleven.

She signed with Columbia Records in 2021 and made a splash on the music scene with the hit “Always Been You.” Performed at the Coachella Festival in April 2025, the track unfolds a “gangsta-country” style that fuses trap beats with country elements.

With a heavy bassline and strikingly effected vocals, it portrays emotions that shift from the pain of romantic betrayal to revenge.

This ambitious work follows her album “That Ain’t No Man That’s The Devil,” and is a perfect pick for listeners who enjoy music that transcends genre boundaries—country, R&B, hip-hop, and beyond.

Off The Meter (ft.Playboi Carti & Destroy Lonely)Ken Carson

Ken Carson – Off The Meter (ft.Playboi Carti & Destroy Lonely)

Hailing from Atlanta, the 24-year-old artist and music producer Ken Carson has added a powerful collaboration with his label boss Playboi Carti and close ally Destroy Lonely as a bonus track on his album More Chaos.

This track marks the first official collaboration among the three leading figures of the Opium label, featuring an experimental sound built on 8-bit, chiptune-style beats and distinctively distorted synthesizers.

He released the album on April 11, 2025—his 25th birthday—and the project itself achieved success, reaching No.

11 on the Billboard 200.

With its energetic beats and innovative sound design, this track ambitiously opens up a new frontier for the rage genre and is perfect for driving music.

lutherKendrick Lamar & SZA

Kendrick Lamar & SZA – luther

A masterpiece that paints a deep confession of love over a soulful melody.

This much-anticipated track in the music world brings together American rapper Kendrick Lamar and R&B artist SZA.

Created as an homage to Luther Vandross, the song blends 808 beats and string arrangements, with Lamar’s powerful rap and SZA’s sultry vocals harmonizing beautifully.

Released in November 2024 as a lead single from the album GNX, it topped charts around the world.

The two artists performed together at the Super Bowl in February 2025, and a stylish music video followed in April 2025.

A poignant yet powerful love song, it’s a track you’ll want to play on a quiet night.

Henry, come onLana Del Rey

Lana Del Rey – Henry, come on (Audio)

Lana Del Rey, the American artist, shows a new side of herself with a fresh twist that weaves in country and Americana elements.

Backed by warm acoustic guitars and strings, her bittersweet vocals take on an even more captivating hue.

This track, the lead single from the upcoming album “The Right Person Will Stay” due out in May 2025, poetically traces the emotions surrounding a breakup with a former lover, offering a glimpse into Lana’s inner world.

It has been selected as a “Best New Track” by the music magazine Pitchfork, and she’s broadening her horizons further by headlining the country music celebration at the Stagecoach Festival slated for late April 2025.

It’s a song best savored on a drive or during a quiet, relaxing night.