Summary of Western Music Releases [May 2025]

Landgrab (feat. Earl Sweatshirt)MAVI

MAVI – Landgrab feat. Earl Sweatshirt (Official Video)

Mavi, a North Carolina–born rapper known for his introspective lyrics, has garnered acclaim for works exploring philosophical themes since his 2019 debut album, Let the Sun Talk.

His new track, released in May 2025, marks his first collaborative single featuring the popular rapper Earl Sweatshirt.

Despite its brief 1 minute 30 second runtime, the song is densely crafted: over a richly orchestrated, string-laden track by Hollywood Cole, both artists deliver skillful verses that shine.

It’s a must-listen for fans of introspective hip-hop.

January 19Mabel

Mabel – January 19 (Visualiser)

Mabel is a pop and R&B singer-songwriter from the UK.

She began her career in 2015 and reached No.

3 on the UK charts with her 2019 track “Don’t Call Me Up,” later winning Best Female Solo Artist at the 2020 BRIT Awards.

The song she released in May 2025 was created a month before her 29th birthday, candidly detailing her internal struggles with career pressure and the need for validation.

Produced by Oscar Scheller, the track is rooted in R&B and pop, featuring a sound described as beautifully organized chaos, and it’s a personal piece crafted in her own living room.

MADMartin Garrix & Lauv

Martin Garrix & Lauv – MAD (Official Video)

Expressed as a dance-pop track that captures the chaos and aching feelings after heartbreak, this work is an emotional anthem marking the first collaboration between Dutch producer Martin Garrix and American singer-songwriter Lauv.

The protagonist’s torment—trying to forget a past lover yet seeing traces of her everywhere in daily life—is beautifully fused with Lauv’s emotive vocals and Garrix’s polished production.

Premiered at Ultra Music Festival in Miami in March 2025 to a rapturous crowd reaction, the guitar riffs and synth-driven sound make it a perfect song for summer drives or for anyone looking to move on from a breakup.

Easy LoverMiley Cyrus

Miley Cyrus – Easy Lover (Official Video)

A standout track from Miley Cyrus—who is hugely popular in Japan as a global star—featured on her highly anticipated latest album “Something Beautiful,” released in May 2025.

The sound incorporates elements of ’80s slow funk and disco-pop, evoking an homage to ’70s disco-pop icons like ABBA and Cher.

The lyrics portray a passionate yet complicated romantic relationship, delicately expressing the emotional turbulence where love and inner conflict intersect—an especially striking aspect.

Interestingly, the song was originally written for Beyoncé’s album “Cowboy Carter,” but ultimately ended up on Cyrus’s own record.

It’s a recommended track for listeners who can relate to the complexities of love.

FINGERMother Mother

Mother Mother – FINGER (Official Music Video)

Canadian indie rock band Mother Mother released a moving new song in May 2025.

The track sharply tackles social double standards and fixed gender norms, featuring the band’s signature satirical and distinctive lyrics.

Described as the “lost sibling” of “Verbatim” from their 2007 debut album Touch Up, it follows a post-glam alternative rock style while incorporating experimental elements.

Included on their 20th-anniversary album Nostalgia, it’s a must-listen for anyone interested in reflecting on social contradictions.

Nice To Each OtherOlivia Dean

Olivia Dean – Nice To Each Other

London-born singer-songwriter Olivia Dean studied at the prestigious BRIT School and made her solo debut with the 2019 EP “OK Love You Bye,” quickly becoming a standout in the neo-soul scene.

In 2023, her album Messy earned a Mercury Prize nomination, underscoring her widely recognized talent.

Released in May 2025, this track is a moving piece that expresses the importance of compassion in human relationships through a warm, inviting sound.

Produced by Aqualung and Zach Nahome, it showcases her characteristically delicate vocals.

It’s a song we especially recommend to anyone feeling worn out by day-to-day relationships.

BITTERSWEETPINKNOISE

PINKNOISE – BITTERSWEET (Official Music Video)

With over 175,000 followers on TikTok and the slogan “the future is PINK,” Pink Noise is an artist celebrated for an experimental sound that fuses pop, rock, and electronica.

They released a new track in May 2025.

Seamlessly blending ’80s synthwave with contemporary electronic pop, the song features poignant lyrics about past love and lost time, paired with delicate vocal delivery that truly resonates.