Latest Western Music Releases [August 2025]

MetaphysicsGhostface Killah

Ghostface Killah – “Metaphysics” Lyric Video

Ghostface Killah, a core member of the Wu-Tang Clan and a peerlessly respected storyteller representing East Coast hip-hop, has unveiled a new piece from his highly anticipated album Supreme Clientele 2, set for release in August 2025.

Astonishingly, this track was created in 2003 and is only now seeing the light of day more than 20 years later.

His signature style—layered breakbeats and tales woven with cryptic metaphors—remains fully intact here.

Though challenging, the philosophical worldview that draws listeners in offers a profound depth that will be irresistible to those who want to carefully unpack the lyrics.

War CrimesHail the Sun

Hail The Sun – War Crimes (Official Music Video)

Hail the Sun, a band immensely popular in the post-hardcore scene, captivates countless listeners with their intricate ensemble—akin to math rock and often called “Swancore”—and Donovan Melero’s explosively emotional vocals.

Ahead of their October 2025 album release, cut.turn.fade.back., they unveiled this track.

It delivers a searing portrayal of human conflict perpetuated under the banner of “liberation,” and the deceit lurking behind it.

The complex structures with abundant odd time signatures and the aggressive sonic attack are quintessentially theirs.

At the same time, by bringing in hip-hop–oriented producers, the sound gains a more dramatic depth.

It’s a track likely to resonate not only with fans of technical bands, but also with listeners drawn to music with a powerful message.

Annihilate MeI Prevail

I Prevail – Annihilate Me (Official Lyric Video)

I Prevail, known for their sound that blends a wide range of genres on a metalcore foundation, have earned high global acclaim, including a Grammy nomination for their landmark 2019 album Trauma.

Ahead of their album Violent Nature, set for release in September 2025, they unveiled this track.

Its structure—driving forward from a quiet opening into a chorus where emotions explode—is truly breathtaking.

The song conveys a searing resolve: to keep moving forward, baring oneself again and again despite being hurt, even if ruin awaits at the end.

As the first release under their new lineup with a single vocalist, the sound is sharper and brimming with raw emotion.

A must-listen for anyone seeking heavy, dramatic rock.

colorsJVKE x Tilly Birds x John Michael Howell

JVKE – colors (with Tilly Birds & John Michael Howell) official lyric video)

Singer-songwriter Jake, whose Golden Hour became a major hit peaking at No.

10 on the Billboard chart.

This collaborative track pairs him with Tilly Birds, the wildly popular alternative rock band from Thailand, and John Michael Howell, a rising figure in the indie scene.

Framing the pain of heartbreak through colors—wounds as red, tears as blue—the song shapes its emotions with vivid metaphors into a pop/hip-hop tune.

Released in August 2025 as a track from Jake’s EP, the asia tour: blooming season ep, it’s a must-hear: a bittersweet yet beautiful sound born from talents transcending borders and genres.

DARK AURAJoey Bada$$

Joey Bada$$ – DARK AURA (Official Video)

Joey Bada$$, acclaimed not only as a rapper but also as an actor—having starred in an Academy Award–winning work—has released a new track in August 2025, serving as the lead single from his forthcoming album “Lonely at the Top,” due at the end of the same month.

The song is produced by his longtime Pro Era ally Chuck Strangers.

Its sound weaves nostalgic melodies reminiscent of the ’90s with a heavy, hard-hitting beat, sure to draw in listeners beyond just hip-hop fans.

Against the backdrop of conflicts with his label, the lyrics lay bare his inner darkness and aggression as a lone figure, lending the work a depth that could be called his true essence.

It’s a track that will resonate even more when you’re confronting your own convictions.

Spit XXVKittie

KITTIE – Spit XXV (Official Music Video)

Kittie, a band that loomed large in the late-’90s nu-metal scene, cemented their place with over two million records sold worldwide.

They’ve now released a newly recorded version to commemorate the 25th anniversary of their 1999 debut, Spit.

This new take elevates the original’s defiant spirit and raw, purging impulse into a more powerful, modern metal sound.

The contrast between Morgan Lander’s roars and clean vocals is even sharper, showcasing the band’s evolution.

For those who discovered them through their 2024 comeback album, Fire, this track is an irresistible way to experience both their roots and where they are now at the same time.

in plain sightKhalid

Khalid – in plain sight (Official Video)

Since earning wide acclaim with his debut album, American Teen, singer-songwriter Khalid has been at the forefront of the R&B scene.

He has now released the lead track from his upcoming album, After the Sun Goes Down, slated for October 2025.

Marking a departure from his previous chill sound, this new work is an exhilarating dance-pop track, shimmering with synths that evoke ’80s disco.

In contrast to its lyrics about breaking away from betrayal, the sound feels boundlessly liberating—an intriguing juxtaposition.

It’s a powerful statement of self-liberation from an artist who, in November 2024, shared his true self with fans.

This is a track that can give you courage when you want to shake off the past and take a step forward.