Latest Western Music Releases [August 2025]

NEVER FAIR (feat. Lena Scissorhands)SEAS ON THE MOON

SEAS ON THE MOON (feat. Lena Scissorhands) – NEVER FAIR (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO 2025)

She’s On The Moon is a project by the Valentin brothers, based in Moldova.

Collaborating with musicians from around the world, their track featuring Lena Scissorhands of Infected Rain is progressive metal that voices a piercing cry: “the world is never fair.” The contrast between Lena’s ferocious screams and her beautiful clean vocals seems to embody both rage against senseless fate and the single ray of light found within it.

Even among the collaborations the two acts have pursued since 2016, the emotional depth of this piece is exceptional.

When you need courage to face the absurdities you can’t control, this song might just stir your heart.

Take Me To The PilotSaint Etienne

Saint Etienne – Take Me To The Pilot

Saint Etienne have been a driving force in the UK indie-dance scene for over 35 years.

This track comes from their final album, “International,” set for release in September 2025.

Co-produced with Paul Hartnoll of Orbital—an icon of the techno world—it’s an electro tune that captivates with its dark, mysterious atmosphere.

The song portrays a thrilling journey led by an enigmatic pilot, revolving around themes of escape and rediscovery.

The band calls its bassline “possibly the best in our history,” and it’s hard not to feel your heart race as you listen.

Perfect for nighttime drives or reflective solo moments, it’s guaranteed to put you in a cool, dramatic mood.

No One KnowsSamantha Ebert

Samantha Ebert – No One Knows (Official Lyric Visualizer)

This is a work released in August 2025 by Samantha Evert, a Canadian singer-songwriter drawing attention for music that weaves together faith and lived experience.

Born from her own battle after being diagnosed with Lyme disease in August 2023, the piece tenderly reaches the hearts of those carrying invisible pain and loneliness, set against delicate sound production.

The everyday realities she likely faced—such as the conflict of having to turn down plans with friends—are told in her gentle voice and strike a deep chord with listeners.

Her previous work, “Flowers,” was highly acclaimed, reaching No.

26 on Billboard’s Christian Airplay, and the world she creates has only deepened further here.

It’s a healing song you’ll want to quietly listen to on nights when you feel no one understands you.

BEAT UP CHANEL$Slayyyter

Slayyyter – BEAT UP CHANEL$ (Official Video)

American singer-songwriter Slayyyter, known for visuals that evoke the MySpace era, is drawing attention once again.

This track—her first since signing with a major label—is a provocative, powerful song that marks a fitting new chapter for her.

With knife-sharp synths intertwined with high-speed beats, the sound is aggressively danceable.

The lyrics lay bare luxury and raw desire, leaving you feeling charged with confidence just by listening.

Following her 2023 album “Starfucker,” this release arrived in August 2025.

It preserves her early, raucous pop sensibility while evolving into a more mature club sound—another key highlight.

Perfect for nights when you want to go bold or lose yourself to floor-shaking bass.

The Key of VictoryThe Lemonheads

The Lemonheads – The Key of Victory (Official Video)

The Lemonheads, a band from Boston that found worldwide success in the early 1990s with the album “It’s a Shame About Ray.” This piece was released in advance from Love Chant, their first original album in 19 years, due out in October 2025.

The song stands out for its slow, meditative sound that reveals the band’s quieter side.

Its introspective lyrics, which portray the value of being honest with oneself and others, blend with Evan Dando’s wistful vocals to deeply resonate.

The track features Brazil’s renowned producer Apollo Nove and includes Erin Rae, whose ethereal harmonies shine.

It’s a perfect song for a quiet night when you want to take time to face yourself.

MillionairesThe VANNS

The VANNS – Millionaires (Official Music Video)

The Vanns are an indie rock band from Australia.

Their 2023 album, Last of Your Kind, broke into the ARIA Top 10, cementing their strong popularity at home.

The track in question is included on their third album, All That’s in My Head, released in August 2025.

As the frontman describes it as “broken-down acoustics,” the sound lays the band’s core bare and hits you right in the chest.

The song seems to sing about the emptiness behind wealth and success, and a longing for genuinely human connections.

Recorded in London and their hometown, its raw sonic texture feels like a companion for quiet nights when you want to face yourself alone.

Save Me (Ft. Lø Spirit)Thousand Below

Thousand Below – Save Me Ft. Lø Spirit (Official Visualizer)

An epic ballad that paints the peak of emotion, where a beautiful melody intertwines with a cry from the soul.

Released ahead of their August 2025 album Buried In Jade, this track by the American post-hardcore band Thousand Below delves into the depths of the heart together with guest vocalist Ro Spirit.

It seems to portray the emptiness of being surrounded by good fortune yet feeling unfulfilled, and the desperate yearning to be saved by someone.

The interplay between the two vocalists further sharpens that inner conflict.

The production approach differs from their 2022 release, and the depth of the sound is on another level.

It’s a song that gently stays by your side when you’re consumed by unbearable loneliness, guiding your emotions toward release.