Latest Western music releases [October 2025]

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redveil – mini me (Official Video)

Released in October 2025, this work by redveil—an up-and-coming talent drawing attention as a young producer and rapper—marks an ambitious departure from his previously rap-centered style.

The sound brings soulful vocals and band performance to the forefront, featuring live instrumentation by accomplished players like keyboardist Cisco Swank and bassist Jermaine Paul, showcasing the breadth of his musical range.

Lyrically, it uses metaphors to portray a situation where luck and options have run out, unfolding an introspective and emotional world.

While he demonstrated his prowess in fully self-producing his 2022 album Learn 2 Swim, this time he ventures into new territory by incorporating elements of R&B and soul, making it a work that can be recommended even to listeners who don’t usually listen to hip-hop.

SAN ANDREASTommy Richman

Tommy Richman – SAN ANDREAS (Official Music Video)

Born in 2000 and hailing from Virginia, Tommy Richman’s release from October 2025 is a track that pays homage to ’90s West Coast hip-hop.

The opening synthesizer tones evoke the Grand Theft Auto series, while the rolling bassline and heavy drum beat set a perfect mood for nighttime drives.

The lyrics explore hope and disconnect in a relationship, delicately portraying the friction that remains even as the two long to be on the same wavelength.

As a follow-up to his 2024 smash “MILLION DOLLAR BABY,” this track showcases his evolving versatility.

With an Australian tour on the horizon, it captures his rising momentum with a sound that’s both nostalgic and refreshingly new.

Part of MeA Boogie Wit Da Hoodie

A Boogie Wit da Hoodie – Part of Me [Official Lyric Video]

A Boogie wit da Hoodie, a rapper from the Bronx, New York.

With a melodious flow and an Auto-Tune-driven style, he has turned out hit after hit since his 2016 debut.

His new track, released in October 2025, incorporates elements of Mariah Carey’s classic “We Belong Together,” delivering a heartfelt portrayal of heartbreak and inner conflict.

The dreamy synths and reverb-soaked vocals create a mellow atmosphere that encapsulates the appeal of his signature “singing rap.” As a song that signals a new direction following his 2024 album “Better Off Alone,” it further deepens his introspective musicality.

If you’re looking to connect with lyrics that lay emotions bare, this is a must-listen.

SplintersANNISOKAY

ANNISOKAY – Splinters (OFFICIAL VISUALIZER)

Annisokay are a post-hardcore band from Germany.

Since forming in 2007, they’ve secured a solid foothold in the European metal scene with an aggressive sound that interweaves clean vocals and shouts.

This track is the lead single from their album “Abyss – The Final Chapter,” slated for release in November 2025.

Created as the closing piece of the Abyss series that has continued since 2023, it explores themes of emotional rifts and inner conflict through razor-sharp lyrics, expressed with a massive sound that fuses heavy guitar riffs and electronic elements.

With a track record that includes reaching No.

26 on the German charts with their previous work “Arms,” this song stands as a culmination for the band.

The alternation between ferocious breakdowns and delicate melodies is breathtaking.

A must-listen for fans of modern metalcore.

Nighttime ThingAlessia Cara, Julia Michaels

Alessia Cara, Julia Michaels – Nighttime Thing (Audio)

Canadian powerhouse singer-songwriter Alessia Cara and American artist Julia Michaels, who also shines as a songwriter, released a collaborative track in October 2025.

The song appears on the deluxe edition of the album “Love & Hyperbole,” seamlessly blending the duo’s signature R&B flavors with pop elements.

Its captivating lyrics portray sweet nighttime feelings and intimate moments, while polished production intertwines with supple vocals.

It’s a perfect pick for unwinding before bed or for a quiet evening with someone special.

More To LifeAlina Baraz & Galimatias

Alina Baraz & Galimatias – More To Life (Official Lyric Video)

A decade after the release of their 2015 EP Urban Flora, Alina Baraz and Galimatias have teamed up once again for a new collaboration.

This track, featured on the EP Urban Flora: Lost Sequels, captivates with an ethereal sound reminiscent of their past classic.

Galimatias’s delicate piano and ambient pads weave a floating, atmospheric track layered with Alina’s intimate, velvety vocals, drawing listeners into a dreamlike space.

Seamlessly blending downtempo R&B and electronica, this piece is perfect for nighttime drives or quiet, reflective moments.

Don’t Remind Me (feat. Anderson .Paak)Amber Mark

Amber Mark – Don’t Remind Me feat. Anderson .Paak (Official Music Video)

Amber Mark, of Jamaican and German descent, is a formidable singer-songwriter acclaimed for her sophisticated sound that draws from R&B, soul, hip-hop, and even bossa nova.

Her debut album, Three Dimensions Deep, released in 2022, received rave reviews, and in October 2025 she’s releasing her second album, Pretty Idea.

This track, featuring Anderson .Paak, is included on that album.

Blending yacht rock–style smooth chord progressions and a funky groove with her smoky vocals, the song portrays the inner conflict of wanting to forget a past relationship while being surrounded by constant reminders.

It’s a superb piece—luxuriate in the lush production and outstanding vocals.