Latest Western Music Releases [September 2025]

Weirdo (feat. Lee Jennings)The Rasmus

The Rasmus feat. Lee Jennings – Weirdo (Official Music Video)

The Rasmus, the Finnish rock band that achieved global success with their acclaimed 2003 album Dead Letters, present a track bearing the same title as their eleventh album, Weirdo, released in September 2025.

This song powerfully affirms the “weirdos” who don’t fit into society’s norms—an anthem for outsiders.

The lyrics, rooted in the frontman’s own experiences, compellingly celebrate the pride of being true to oneself.

Its sound world fuses a dark atmosphere with pop hooks, and the collaboration with The Funeral Portrait’s Lee Jennings deepens the song’s message.

If you’ve ever felt alienated, this is a work you won’t want to miss—definitely give it a listen.

Chrome JetsThe Smashing Pumpkins

Chrome Jets

As a band that epitomizes the alternative rock scene, The Smashing Pumpkins command immense popularity.

Blending genres like grunge and psychedelia, they even won a Grammy in 1997.

The track they’ve unveiled here is a previously unreleased song, built around a chunky, chugging guitar riff that evokes ’70s hard rock, delivering a powerful, weighty sound.

Shimmering, glass-like synths layer on top to add a distinctive depth.

Lyrically, it’s compelling—addressing universal, serious themes of love, death, and shared pain through religious metaphors.

Born from the sessions for the August 2024 album “Aghori Mhori Mei,” the song was released as a standalone single in September 2025.

It’s a perfect fit for fans seeking the band’s early raw energy or anyone craving thick, guitar-driven rock.

Children of the Baked Potato (feat. Remi Wolf)Thundercat

Thundercat – ‘Children of the Baked Potato (feat. Remi Wolf)’

Known as a virtuoso bassist, Thundercat won a Grammy in 2021 for his album “It Is What It Is.” The track he released in September 2025 features LA-born singer Remi Wolf.

It unfolds a supreme funk sound where a dynamic beat built on polyrhythms intertwines with a technically dazzling yet playful bassline.

The song pays homage to a long-standing jazz club in LA, and it’s fascinating that the two artists’ musical roots intersect in its backstory.

It also drew major attention when the promo video was shown across 42 outdoor screens in Shibuya.

I Wish I Didn’t Waste Your TimeThundercat

Thundercat – ‘I Wish I Didn’t Waste Your Time’

Thundercat, the musician who wields a virtuosic six-string bass and moves effortlessly between jazz and soul.

After winning a Grammy in 2021 for his album It Is What It Is, he’s finally dropped a long-awaited solo track.

Released in September 2025, this song centers on a bittersweet, beautiful sentiment: regret over having “wasted” time with a former lover.

His signature blend of flowing bass lines and sweet falsetto remains intact, melding with dreamy synths.

This time, producer Greg Kurstin is on board, crafting an intimate yet richly layered sound.

It’s a track that’s perfect for a solitary night when you want to sink into a sentimental mood.

Backyard (feat. JID)TiaCorine

TiaCorine – Backyard feat. JID (Official Music Video)

Rapper TiaCorine, who draws attention with her unique “anime trap” style that blends trap as a foundation with a variety of elements like pop and R&B, has been recognized by the scene—she was selected for the XXL Freshman Class in 2023.

This work was created with a guest appearance by J.I.D, the highly skilled rapper from Atlanta.

Over a heavy, dramatic beat crafted by Hit-Boy, the two deliver an electrifying back-and-forth that’s truly breathtaking.

The lyrics portray success earned through relentless effort and the unshakable confidence that success underpins, filling the listener with strength.

It’s a lead single from her second album, CORINIAN, slated for release in October 2025, and it’s the kind of track that can give you a powerful boost whenever you need to fire yourself up.

City Wallstwenty one pilots

Twenty One Pilots – City Walls (Official Video)

Twenty One Pilots, the duo known for their unique sound that fuses diverse genres.

With a Grammy to their name, their highly narrative works captivate fans around the world.

This track, from their album “Breach” released in September 2025, serves as the epic opener.

It marks the climax of the long-running story of the fictional city Dema, reaching its conclusion.

In this piece, the protagonist’s struggle and awakening in the pursuit of liberation from control are portrayed dramatically through fierce rap and emotional vocals.

Accompanied by an expansive music video running nearly ten minutes, it’s a powerful song that deeply resonates with anyone longing to break through their own barriers.

ThriveTwin Image

Twin Image – Thrive (Official Video)

Twin Image is a duo project featuring a guitarist from Berklee College of Music and a drummer based in Austin.

Their debut release, unveiled in September 2025, is this instrumental track.

The ensemble, woven from a low-tuned guitar driving intricate riffs and powerful drumming, distills the essence of modern progressive metal.

Centered on a theme of breaking through stagnation and growing stronger, the composition progresses from silence to a wall of sound, heightening its narrative arc.

Mixed by a renowned engineer, the sound’s exceptional clarity is truly noteworthy.

It’s a highly recommended track for when you want to kick your energy into high gear.