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Summary of Western Music Releases [May 2025]

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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.

The May 2025 international releases weave a diverse tapestry of stories: Tom Grennan’s deep, introspective sound reflecting on our digital society; Addison Rae’s sparkling synth-pop, marking a dazzling transition from TikTok star to music artist; and Benson Boone’s heartwarming ballad dedicated to his mother.

The passion each artist pours into their work, along with their innovative musical expressions, is sure to add fresh color to your everyday life.

Summary of Western Music Releases [May 2025] (171–180)

Get Well SoonJohnny Booth

Johnny Booth – Get Well Soon [Official Video]

Get Well SoonJohnny Booth

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.

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The Way I Love YouJorja Smith

Jorja Smith – The Way I Love You

The Way I Love YouJorja Smith

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.

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Lost HighwayKacey Musgraves

Kacey Musgraves – Lost Highway

Lost HighwayKacey Musgraves

Kacey Musgraves, a skilled American singer-songwriter who has revived classic country songs with a modern interpretation.

Her expressive, slow, and deeply felt melodies—paired with the gentle strumming of an acoustic guitar—are wrapped in a timeless beauty.

From its release in April 2025, this work has garnered strong support from many music fans, honoring the essence of the original while weaving in her own delicate interpretation.

It’s an ambitious follow-up to The Architect, which won the 2025 Grammy Award for Best Country Song, and also commemorates her renewed deal with Lost Highway Records.

It’s a recommended track not only for those who want to rediscover the virtues of traditional country music, but also for anyone seeking music that quietly seeps into the heart during peaceful moments.

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Where Have You BeenKelly Clarkson

Kelly Clarkson – Where Have You Been (Official Music Video)

Where Have You BeenKelly Clarkson

A heartfelt piano ballad inspired by a memorable scene from the show “Only Murders in the Building” was released by Kelly Clarkson in May 2025.

Marking her first release on an independent label, the song reflects on past relationships while looking forward to new beginnings.

Its simple, piano-centered arrangement blends perfectly with her vocals, which are both powerful and delicate.

The music video was filmed on location in Montana and premiered on The Kelly Clarkson Show.

Live performances are scheduled for May 9 and 10 in Atlantic City, where she’s set to showcase the track on a stage devoted to pure live musicianship without reliance on backing tracks.

With deeply expressive lyrics and a strong message, it’s a song I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone facing a turning point in life.

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Head in a JarKhamari

Khamari – Head in a Jar (Official Visualizer)

Head in a JarKhamari

Kamari, an R&B/alternative R&B singer-songwriter from Boston, Massachusetts.

This work is marked by a soft, acoustic guitar-based sound and introspective lyrics.

The lyrics meticulously depict memories with a lover, the distance between them, and inner conflict, beautifully harmonizing with delicate vocals.

Released by Encore Recordings in May 2025, it’s Kamari’s first new track in about two years since the May 2023 album “A Brief Nirvana.” The previous release has surpassed 125 million streams worldwide.

Recommended for those who want to immerse themselves in mellow sounds and lyrics that deeply explore heartbreak and loneliness.

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