Latest Western music releases [October 2025]

NahKhalid

Khalid – Nah (Official VR180 Music Video)

R&B singer Khalid, who shot to stardom with his debut album American Teen released in 2017, has returned with his fourth album, After the Sun Goes Down, released in October 2025—an ambitious work that captures his state of mind after publicly embracing his sexuality.

The tracks placed early in the album are dark, cool R&B ballads centered on themes of betrayal and parting.

A strong will to reject others’ expectations and relationships is conveyed alongside minimal, bass-driven production.

The contrast between the polished production and his warm vocals is striking, setting the album’s overall tension in motion.

It’s a track that, throughout, conveys his determination to reclaim his own voice.

SepsisLamb Of God

Lamb of God – Sepsis (Official Music Video)

Based in Richmond, Virginia, Lamb of God are groove metal heavyweights who have been active since the 1990s.

In October 2025, they released their first new original track in three years since the 2022 album Omens.

According to guitarist Mark Morton, the song is an homage to Richmond’s local scene that influenced them back when they were an underground band performing under the name Burn the Priest.

Anchored by a sludgy mid‑tempo pulse, the piece injects occasional blast beats, and its dissonant riff work creates palpable tension.

Teaming up with producer Josh Wilbur, the band has crafted a sound that’s raw yet focused and massive—resulting in a powerful track that proudly channels their roots.

Thick SkinLauren Spencer Smith

Lauren Spencer Smith – Thick Skin (Lyric Video)

Lauren Spencer Smith, a Canadian singer-songwriter who gained attention on social media platforms like TikTok and achieved global success with “Fingers Crossed” in 2022, surprise-released a new song in October following her June 2025 album, The Art of Being a Mess.

The track centers on the strength to overcome setbacks and pain, and she wrote it during a period when she felt both anger and empowerment.

Co-written with Cal Shapiro and Victoria Zaro, the song pairs an emotional pop sound with her powerful vocals.

Carrying the message that true strength is the best revenge, it’s a track that lends courage when you’re facing hardship or striving to move forward.

Just How You AreLeon Thomas

Leon Thomas – Just How You Are

After making his mark on Broadway and in popular Nickelodeon shows, Leon Thomas has produced and written songs for major artists like SZA and Ariana Grande.

In 2024, his album “MUTT” reached No.

1 on Billboard’s R&B Albums chart, cementing his status as a solo artist.

Released in October 2025, this track is the lead single from the EP “PHOLKS,” a groovy R&B number where a funky bassline interlocks with brass.

Carrying a straightforward message about loving oneself as they are, the song deftly fuses retro funk sensibilities with modern production, brimming with an irresistible, body-moving appeal.

DisarrayLianne La Havas

Lianne La Havas – Disarray (Official Lyric Video)

London-based singer-songwriter Lianne La Havas, who has Greek and Jamaican roots, is known for her delicate blend of folk and soul.

She has released her first new song since her self-titled 2020 album in October 2025.

Introspective in nature, the track explores the breakdown of a relationship and tumultuous emotions, weaving together dreamy fingerpicked electric guitar with her crystalline vocals.

Recorded live with guitar and vocals tracked simultaneously, its spontaneity vividly captures shifting feelings.

The minimal arrangement highlights her expressive power to stunning effect—an ideal song for a quiet night.

Days Like TheseLuke Combs

Luke Combs – Days Like These (Official Studio Video)

Country superstar Luke Combs released his long-awaited three-track EP, The Prequel, in October 2025.

One of its tracks is this song, which celebrates the beauty of everyday life and the value of irreplaceable moments—things money can’t buy.

Centered on gentle acoustic guitar, the ballad carefully portrays a narrator’s gratitude for sunlight and the small blessings around them.

Co-written with Brent Cobb and Aaron Raitiere, the song was first previewed on social media in September 2022 and has been eagerly awaited by fans for an official release ever since.

Quietly expressing a down-to-earth outlook on life, this piece is perfect for moments when you want to spend time in calm and peace.

bittersweetMadison Beer

bittersweet

Madison Beer is an American singer-songwriter who is also active as an actress.

Released in October 2025, this track was produced as the second single from her third album, “MB3.” Although it was the last song added when the album was nearly finished, it ended up becoming the defining track of the record, balancing emotional volatility with a lively pop energy.

The lyrics portray the feelings surrounding a breakup—recognizing it was the right choice, yet still grappling with lingering, complex emotions—beautifully capturing a bittersweet mix of longing for the past and determination to move forward.

Rooted in synth-pop while weaving in elements of dream pop and electropop, the mid-tempo tune blends danceable qualities with emotional depth, making it a perfect song for anyone working through heartbreak.