Latest Western Music Releases [August 2025]

You Don’t Look At Me The SameMimi Webb

Mimi Webb – You Don’t Look At Me The Same (Official Lyric Video)

Mimi Webb is one of the most talked-about female artists in the UK right now.

She debuted in 2020 and gained global recognition after a hit on TikTok.

Her new work, released in August 2025, is this piece: a soulful ballad where her emotionally rich vocals soar over a simple, piano-centered arrangement.

It tells a poignant story of a precious relationship quietly falling apart, seen through the eyes of a child.

Webb herself has said that writing it felt like therapy, and the song carries deeply personal pain.

This track is a lead single from her album “Confessions,” set for release in September 2025.

If you love moving, heart-stirring ballads, this is one you won’t want to miss.

Man I NeedOlivia Dean

Olivia Dean – Man I Need

Singer-songwriter Olivia Dean, who’s been attracting major attention in the UK, has already proven her talent—her 2023 debut album Messy earned a Mercury Prize nomination.

Ahead of her second album, The Art of Loving, set for release in September 2025, she’s shared this new track.

Its theme is self-worth: knowing how one deserves to be loved and confidently asking for it.

The song’s driving rhythm and honey-sweet harmonies are irresistibly pleasant, a pop-soul groove that makes you want to dance.

She’s also expanding her reach by contributing the theme song to the film Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy.

This feels like the kind of track that gives you a boost when you want to feel more confident.

BUFF BBYRexv2

rexv2 – BUFF BBY

Based in Houston, Rex V2 is an 18-year-old rapper and producer.

His single released in August 2025 feels like it condenses the raw heat of the underground scene into one track.

The song radiates a powerful will—sharpening himself and turning adversity into fuel.

Co-produced with goopstro, its experimental, destructive beat leaves an indelible impression after just one listen.

This track also builds anticipation for the album “Aberration,” showcasing his overflowing talent in full force.

If you’re looking to boost your mood with edgy hip-hop, this is a surefire pick to get your energy up.

Fort KnoxSigrid

Sigrid – Fort Knox (Lyric Video)

Sigrid is a singer-songwriter from Norway, known for winning the BBC Music Sound of 2018 and for her worldwide popularity thanks to her crystalline voice and sincere pop sound.

The track released in August 2025 is a lead single from her album There’s Always More That I Could Say, slated for release in October of the same year.

It’s an empowering song that forcefully unleashes pent-up anger and hurt, distilled into an energetic sound that embraces both joy and sorrow.

The raw vocals—reportedly recorded with a handheld mic—and gorgeous strings create a soaring sense of release, as if breaking through the fortress of the heart.

Premiered on BBC Radio 1, it has drawn attention as a powerful pop anthem you’ll want to play when you need to transform bottled-up emotions into energy.

Hide Your EvilSoul Blind

Soul Blind – Hide Your Evil (Official Video)

Soul Blind are an alternative rock band from New York’s Hudson Valley.

Since forming in 2018, they’ve been winning over discerning music fans with a heavy sound grounded in ’90s grunge and shoegaze.

Their new song is a track from the album Red Sky Mourning, slated for release in October 2025.

This piece delivers a powerful punch with dynamic shifts that alternate between halts and eruptions, and with swirling guitar tones.

The guitarist says “it all started with the harmonics in my head,” and that impulse is distilled into a 2-minute, 52-second performance.

The song explores the distortions of human relationships—false love and hidden malice—lending it an emotional depth that truly resonates.

If you enjoy the hard-edged groove of bands like Deftones, this will be right up your alley.

Nice ShoesSteve Lacy

Steve Lacy – Nice Shoes (Lyric Video)

Steve Lacy, an artist who commands immense popularity in the alternative R&B scene, is also known as a member of The Internet, and as a solo act he proved his talent by winning a Grammy with his 2023 album Gemini Rights.

His first new track in three years, released in August 2025, is a song that shows his artistry has evolved even further.

The sound—where breakbeats in the intro intertwine with gritty guitars and a whistling-like synth—impressively fuses indie rock and electronica.

The lyrics depict the restlessness and loneliness of youth, expressing the urge to spill one’s true feelings and the inner conflict of holding them back.

It’s a deep, contemplative track you’ll want to sit with on introspective nights.

Lesbian Of The YearThe Beaches

The Beaches – Lesbian Of The Year (Official Visualizer)

The Beaches, a rock band that has established a solid presence in Canada—winning Rock Album of the Year at the 2022 Juno Awards for Sisters Not Twins (The Professional Lovers Album)—released a work in August 2025 that marks a shift from their energetic rock sound to a more subdued alt-pop style.

Rooted in the members’ real experiences, it delicately portrays the struggle of confronting one’s identity along life’s journey, the pressure of public scrutiny, and the gradual acceptance that follows.

The track is a lead single from their album No Hard Feelings, released the same month.

With introspective themes wrapped in a beautiful melody, it’s recommended as background music for quiet nights when you want to reflect on yourself.