Summary of Western Music Releases [May 2025]

me u & pride4Batz

me u & pride (Official Visualizer)

Based in Dallas, Texas, Forbats is an artist known for delicate, dreamlike R&B sounds and mysterious visuals.

Since releasing the mixtape “U Made Me a St4r” in May 2024, he has generated major buzz on TikTok and social media.

The project blends his signature high-register vocals with elements of trap-soul, featuring striking lyrics that capture emotions wavering between pride and affection.

He won “Best New R&B Artist” at the iHeartRadio Music Awards and was selected as an Apple Music “Up Next” artist, earning high praise across the industry.

His collaborations with Drake and Usher have also drawn attention, and this release is recommended for listeners seeking fresh, genre-blurring music that bridges R&B and hip-hop.

Send HelpAesop Rock

Aesop Rock – Send Help (Official Video)

Aesop Rock, the New York native known as one of the most important artists in the alternative hip-hop scene.

This track, released ahead of his tenth album “Black Hole Superette” in May 2025, is an ambitious work that weaves his signature intricate wordplay with a classic boom-bap beat.

The music video also leaves an impression with his cameo alongside his Irish Wolfhound.

He handled the production himself, and the album features a stellar lineup of guest artists, including Lupe Fiasco and Open Mike Eagle.

This is a track I highly recommend to anyone who wants to elevate hip-hop from mere entertainment to a form of art.

Find XanaduAlison Goldfrapp

Alison Goldfrapp – Find Xanadu (Official Visualiser)

A new song by British singer-songwriter Alison Goldfrapp, which opens up a new frontier by skillfully blending a dreamy electropop sound with a touch of disco, was released in April 2025.

It’s her first release on her own label, A.G Records, co-created with Swedish songwriter Stefan Storm and acclaimed producer Richard X.

The track beautifully fuses soothing synth arpeggios with her translucent vocals.

Serving as the lead single from her solo album Flux, due out in August 2025, it will also be available as a limited pink 7-inch vinyl (1,000 copies) featuring her handwritten signature.

While steeped in dance music elements, the song also exudes a sometimes ethereal atmosphere—perfect for late-night drives or unwinding at home.

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Aminé – Vacay (Lyric Video)

Amine, an African American rapper and singer-songwriter, has released a lead single themed around a summer vacation from his upcoming new album “13 Months of Sunshine,” slated for release in May 2025.

Produced by DJ Dahi and Ely Rise, the hip-house track rides on a breezy beat and danceable rhythm, unfolding playful lyrics that depict stays at resorts and boutique hotels in Marseille.

The song also weaves in references to Dua Lipa and The White Lotus, underscoring its ties to contemporary pop culture.

Following his previous album “Kaytraminé,” which explored a fusion with electronic music, this new track delivers an even brighter, lighter sound that captures the feeling of summer’s arrival.

Backup Plan (feat. Luke Combs)Bailey Zimmerman

Bailey Zimmerman with Luke Combs – Backup Plan (Stagecoach Official Music Video)

Bailey Zimmerman, a native of Illinois, USA, will release a collaboration track with powerhouse country singer Luke Combs in May 2025.

Blending a thrilling country-rock sound with Zimmerman’s passionate, husky vocals and Combs’s rich, resonant voice, the song delivers a stirring anthem of unwavering determination.

A music video has also been produced, featuring live footage from their performance at the Stagecoach Festival on April 27.

Known for his album “Religiously.

The Album.” and the hit single “Fall in Love,” Zimmerman breaks new ground with this track—an ambitious work recommended not only for country music fans but also for rock enthusiasts.

Duffel Bag Hottie’s RevengeBenny the Butcher, Boldy James

Benny the Butcher, Boldy James – Duffel Bag Hottie’s Revenge (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

A powerful collaborative track by Benny the Butcher and Boldy James, both mainstays of the hardcore hip-hop scene, was released in April 2025.

Hailing from New York State and Georgia, respectively, the two artists seamlessly fuse their signature street-wise lyrics and tight flows, crafting a flawless cut over a heavy boom-bap beat produced by Nunchuck 101.

The track was unveiled as the lead single from Benny’s album “Excelsior,” heightening anticipation for the full tracklist, which features artists like Styles P and Skylar Blatt.

A cinematic music video, capturing the duo’s performances against an urban nighttime backdrop, is also generating buzz.

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Bktherula – DELILAH (Official Music Video)

This track showcases the striking individuality of BKtherula, a rapper based in Atlanta, USA.

It’s a pre-release single from her forthcoming album “Lucy,” slated for May 2025, skillfully blending trap beats with a melodic rap style and delivering a compelling narrative centered on romantic betrayal and self-affirmation.

Created after signing with Warner Records, the song is an ambitious work that further elevates her musical vision.

In 2024, she steadily built her career, including serving as the opening act for Ice Spice’s European “Y2K!” tour.

It’s a must-listen for music fans who favor alternative hip-hop.