Summary of Western Music Releases [May 2025]

Return of YouthDIIV

DIIV – Return of Youth

DIIV, the Brooklyn, New York indie rock band that deftly weaves in elements of shoegaze and dream pop, has released a new track roughly a year after their album Frog in Boiling Water.

Spanning nearly seven minutes, the sweeping song was born from frontman Zachary Cole Smith’s difficult experience of losing his home to a wildfire, and it tells a story of personal loss and renewal.

With delicate guitar arpeggios, a weighty bassline, and introspective vocals, the track offers a sense of finding small moments of beauty and hope in everyday life.

A tour across Europe and the UK is slated for the summer of 2025, pointing to even further evolution ahead.

Zombie LadyDamiano David

Damiano David – Zombie Lady (Official Visual Video)

With boldly infused ’80s flair and an atmospheric pop-rock sheen, Måneskin frontman Damiano David fully asserts his individuality as a solo artist.

This track from his debut solo album, “Funny Little Fears,” is an ambitious work themed around love and death.

Alongside his lustrous vocals that resonate throughout, American singer and actress Dove Cameron lends backing vocals, deepening the song’s immersive world.

Released in May 2025 as part of the album’s tracklist, it coincided with MTV’s airing of the short film “FUNNY little STORIES,” which features four songs.

Drawing inspiration from the film “Corpse Bride,” the piece fuses a gothic aesthetic with the universal theme of eternal love, resulting in a song that tenderly embraces anyone nursing a bittersweet heart.

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DAYLYT “AYO”

Based in Los Angeles, USA, Daylyt is an artist who stands out in the battle rap scene.

He has racked up over 70 battles and amassed more than 35 million total views on YouTube, making him a charismatic figure.

This work was born out of a beef with Joey Bada$$ and Loaded Lux, and its shocking rhyme skills are packed with the power to overwhelm both of them.

Released in May 2025, it climbed to No.

26 on YouTube Music’s trending chart in just 12 hours, sparking a rapid response.

Highly recommended for anyone who wants to experience a high-stakes showdown at the forefront of the hip-hop scene in real time.

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In May 2025, Daylyt, an artist from California, released a diss track aimed at Joey Bada$$, a leading figure in the East Coast hip-hop scene.

Over a heavy beat sampling a Jay-Z track, he delivers razor-sharp wordplay and a provocative flow that fully showcases the advanced skills he honed in battle rap.

The release became a hot topic involving both East and West Coast hip-hop scenes, and with West Coast artists like Reason and Ray Vaughn joining the fray, it has sparked a new flashpoint for interregional rivalries.

It’s a recommended listen for music fans—from newcomers to veterans—who are interested in hip-hop history and rap beefs.

Sorry MomDevon Cole

Devon Cole – Sorry Mom (Official Audio)

Canadian rising singer-songwriter Devon Cole released a Mother’s Day song in May 2025 that captivates with a bright sound skillfully blending pop and disco.

Looking back on her rebellious teens, the track is an approachable piece that folds in both apologies to and gratitude for her mother.

Following her 2024 EP Two Shades Blonder, this new work humorously portrays the complex dynamics between mother and daughter while expressing the appreciation for parents that comes with growing up.

In 2025, she is slated to appear at Shania Twain’s Calgary and Toronto shows, signaling even greater momentum ahead.

It’s a highly recommended song for anyone who relates to or has memories of parent–child relationships.

God Is A WeaponFalling In Reverse

Falling In Reverse – “God Is A Weapon (feat. Marilyn Manson)”

Hailing from Las Vegas, the post-hardcore band Falling In Reverse returns with a new release whose provocative, offbeat music video—featuring a defiant grin and an ode to divine weaponry—has become a hot topic.

The track crafts an expansive soundscape that fuses the divinity of a goddess with the destructive power of a weapon.

In collaboration with Marilyn Manson, it ambitiously weaves between ethereal melodies and weighty metal, moving freely across that spectrum.

Released in May 2025, the work pairs its grandeur with visuals reminiscent of films like 300 and Gladiator, seizing the hearts of rock fans.

If you want to immerse yourself in its dense, heavy sound and provocative lyrical world, give it a listen.

Living My Best LifeJessie J

Jessie J – Living My Best Life (Visualiser)

Jessie J, the UK-born artist who has achieved global success with her powerful vocals and diverse musicality.

This new track is a bright, energetic number influenced by ’80s pop and funk, featuring an uplifting, dance-inducing sound inspired by Whitney Houston and Prince.

Teaming up with Grammy-winning producers Ryan Tedder and Marty Maro, she parted ways with longtime label Republic Records to release the song via independent label Darco Artist Partnerships in May 2025.

The music video—featuring her freely dancing and strolling through the streets of London—is also out now.

Brimming with positivity and energy, this track is perfect for a morning drive or a workout.