Summary of Western Music Releases [May 2025]

BallyhooGreen Day

Green Day – Ballyhoo (Official Visualizer)

The American rock band Green Day, which has left a major mark on punk history, released a song in May 2025 that appeared as a bonus track on the deluxe edition of the album Saviors.

With crisp guitar riffs, driving drum beats, and Billie Joe’s steadfast vocals woven together, the track brims with an energy that could be called a return to punk’s roots.

The tight performance reminiscent of the band’s early days and the superb blend with a modern sound are nothing short of remarkable.

This deluxe edition also includes new songs like “Smash It Like Belushi,” making it a treat for fans.

It’s a track that showcases the band’s true essence—never forgetting melodic beauty amid intensity—and is well worth a listen as a breath of fresh air on the music scene.

CONFOUNDERHeaven Shall Burn

Heaven Shall Burn – CONFOUNDER (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

HEAVEN SHALL BURN, a heavyweight in the German metal scene, has released a lead single from their upcoming June album “Heimat.” Blending metalcore with melodic death metal to sound the alarm on modern society, the track strikes a superb balance between crushing breakdowns and emotive melodies.

The music video, directed by Janne Hansberg, vividly visualizes the album’s themes: a critique of consumer society and the importance of independent thought.

The result exudes the confidence of a powerhouse band that topped the German album charts in 2020 with their previous record, “Of Truth and Sacrifice.” If you resonate with lyrical, socially conscious themes—or if you’re a fan of melodic death metal—this is a strongly recommended track.

I Need More Than ThisHouse Of Protection

House Of Protection – I Need More Than This (Official Music Video)

House of Protection is a Los Angeles-based duo formed to step back from the competition and pressure of the studio and rekindle their love for music.

It’s the fruitful result of a new musical venture by Aric Improta and Stephen Harrison, formerly of FEVER 333.

Blending a chill vibe with a heavy sound in perfect balance, the track resonates deeply, enhanced by cool-toned visuals reminiscent of ’90s grunge.

Released in May 2025 as part of the EP “Outrun You All,” the record is produced by Jordan Fish of Bring Me The Horizon.

Though slow in tempo, the song brims with passionate energy, making it a perfect choice for moments of introspection.

Gospel of AnnihilationImmortal Disfigurement

Immortal Disfigurement – “Gospel of Annihilation” (Official Music Video)

The new song by Immortal Disfigurement, a symphonic deathcore band from Pittsburgh, USA, that fuses crushing breakdowns with grand orchestration, was released in May 2025.

Fronted by vocalist CJ McCreery—formerly of Signs of the Swarm and Lorna Shore—this track stands out for his roaring, overwhelming growls and its highly dramatic progression, striking a superb balance between thunderous, high-impact riffs and symphonic arrangements.

Following buzz-worthy releases from their debut single “Dragged Through the Inferno” to “King” and “Force-Fed,” this is a tour de force produced as their first release under their new label, Seek & Strike.

With a worldview steeped in the darkness of black metal, it’s a highly recommended listen for fans devoted to deathcore and symphonic metal.

HeartthrobIndigo De Souza

Indigo De Souza – Heartthrob (Official Music Video)

Indigo De Souza is a singer-songwriter from North Carolina whose commitment to transforming trauma and hardship into powerful music truly shines.

Based in Asheville since age 16, she has steadily evolved her sound—rooted in indie rock and alternative rock—since her 2018 album I Love My Mom.

The lead single from her upcoming album Precipice, scheduled for release in July 2025, is an ambitious work that fuses indie rock and pop.

Created in collaboration with producer Elliott Kozel and completed despite the devastation of a hurricane, the track features vocals that are both delicate and commanding.

The music video, directed by Neta Ben Ezra, captivates with its playful visual flair.

Evoking liberation from trauma and a sense of forward motion, this song is sure to resonate with listeners grappling with anxiety and anger.

Get Well SoonJohnny Booth

Johnny Booth – Get Well Soon [Official Video]

Based on Long Island, New York, the metalcore band Johnny Booth is set to release a new work in May 2025 that captivates with its overwhelming sound, woven from heavy guitar riffs and fierce drum work.

Complex rhythmic structures blend seamlessly with Andrew Herman’s powerful vocals, and the addition of staccato rhythms and chord progressions reminiscent of The Mars Volta helps forge a distinctive sonic world.

Having earned high praise for their 2023 album Moments Elsewhere, the band’s new creative frontier also delivers a striking message that depicts a self-proclaimed god and their downfall.

With the Bad Luck World Tour set to kick off in July 2025—joining We Came As Romans, After The Burial, and others for a North American run—the track is drawing attention as a must-hear for metalcore fans.

The Way I Love YouJorja Smith

Jorja Smith – The Way I Love You

Seamlessly incorporating elements of UK bassline and house music to open up new territory for the dance floor, the May 2025 single stands as a work that symbolizes the musical evolution of British singer-songwriter Jorja Smith.

Created with producer Maverick Sabre and others, the track features an appealing, upbeat soundscape that fuses nostalgia with modernity.

It’s an ambitious song that further expands the style she established on the albums Lost & Found and Falling or Flying.

The music video, an homage to Sheffield’s legendary Niche Nightclub, vividly captures the song’s world.

It’s the perfect track for a nighttime drive with friends or a memorable club outing.