Latest Western music releases [December 2025]

what will they saySamara Cyn

Samara Cyn- what will they say (Outkast Flip) (Live From Camp Flog Gnaw)

Singer-songwriter Samara Shin, a Tennessee native drawing attention for her unique style that moves effortlessly between hip-hop and neo-soul.

Growing up in a military family and moving from place to place, her experiences are vividly reflected in her musical themes of “journey” and “searching for roots.” In March 2025, she received the Grulke Prize at SXSW, awarded to domestic artists expected to make major strides, and she’s a rising talent highly praised by Lauryn Hill and Erykah Badu.

Her latest release, dropped in December 2025, is a track graced with classic soul textures in the beats crafted by her longtime collaborator Billy Ray Schrag.

Centered on themes of the public gaze and silence toward society, its introspective lyrics are distilled into just about two and a half minutes.

Perfect for those year-end moments when you want to savor every word.

under your skinSilent Planet

Silent Planet – under your skin (Official Video)

Silent Planet, a Californian band often discussed in the context of progressive metalcore, has steadily showcased their prowess since forming in 2009, pairing intricate sound design with profound themes such as social issues, psychology, and ethics.

Their new song, released in December 2025, is a work that extends compassion to those confronting cancer.

The resolve to find light amid loss is powerfully conveyed through a dramatic song structure and weighty guitar work.

True to their integrity, proceeds from the track will be donated to organizations supporting cancer patients and their families.

As a new step following their November 2023 album Superbloom, the song is slated to be performed live as well.

It’s a recommended listen for those seeking a balance of metalcore intensity and lyricism, and for listeners who want to savor lyrical depth.

No TouchSleaford Mods Ft. Sue Tompkins

Sleaford Mods Ft. Sue Tompkins – No Touch (Official Video)

Sleaford Mods are a post-punk duo based in Nottingham, in the English Midlands.

Known for their uncompromising style that vents social frustration with Jason Williamson’s searing spoken delivery and Andrew Fearn’s minimal beats, they released a collaborative track with Sue Tompkins, formerly of Life Without Buildings, in December 2025.

The song is a lead single from their album “The Demise Of Planet X,” slated for release in January 2026, and its creation—shaped through exchanges of voice memos—offers an intriguing backstory.

The music video, directed by Andrea Arnold of the film “Fish Tank,” is also generating significant buzz on the visual front.

Recommended for those who want to revel in the buoyant groove born from the chemistry of two acts that wield the rhythm of words as their weapon.

Top CobainYoungboy Never Broke Again

Top Cobain

Since the late 2010s, YoungBoy Never Broke Again has commanded an overwhelming presence and has now become a rapper who represents the scene.

In 2021, he even topped the album charts while behind bars, and his momentum shows no signs of slowing.

His new song, released in December 2025, is an ambitious work that bears the name of Nirvana’s Kurt Cobain in its title.

It weaves together pride in standing at the top with rock-star-like impulses toward self-destruction and loneliness.

With a melodic flow that lays his emotions bare, the track vividly portrays the tension of the streets and the tangible feeling of glory.

The music video incorporates footage from his tour, giving it a documentary-like quality that captures who he is right now.

If you want to immerse yourself in a world where exhilaration and danger coexist, be sure to check it out.

Black Jeep (feat. Fimiguerrero)fakemink

fakemink – Black Jeep feat. Fimiguerrero

Fakemink, a rising star in London’s underground hip-hop scene, is drawing serious attention.

Born in 2005, this young rapper-producer started making music at age 10 and has been releasing at a staggering pace, dropping over 50 singles in 2024 alone.

Centered around cloud rap yet freely crossing genre boundaries, his signature style blends opulence and grime into a unique world often described as “dirty luxury.” His new track featuring Fimiguerrero distills explosive energy into a super-short 1 minute 48 seconds.

Even with Skrillex co-producing, the sound strikes a perfect balance without leaning too far into EDM.

The car-themed concept fuses speed and danger, and the brevity only heightens its addictive pull—you won’t get it out of your head after one listen.

Highly recommended for heads seeking a jolt of adrenaline.

Carrion LadderArchspire

ARCHSPIRE – Carrion Ladder (Official Music Video)

Archspire is a technical death metal band formed in 2007 in Vancouver, Canada.

Known for their ultra-fast, machine-precise performance style, they have secured a solid position in the global extreme metal scene, winning the JUNO Award—often called the Canadian equivalent of the Grammys—in 2022.

Now, they’ve released a lead single from their first album in about five years, “Too Fast To Die.” Created completely independently after parting ways with their label, the record is defined by overwhelming speed that makes you wonder if you accidentally hit 2x playback the moment you press play.

With a newly recruited drummer powering a devastating rhythm section, lightning-like vocals, and meticulously constructed guitar work, the band delivers performances that push beyond human limits.

As the title—suggesting both decay and ascent—symbolizes, the track conveys a will to claw upward from chaos.

A must-listen for anyone seeking the outer limits of technical death metal.

MagicAvenged Sevenfold

Avenged Sevenfold – Magic (Official Lyric Video)

Avenged Sevenfold, who rose to prominence during the metalcore boom of the 2000s and have since become a standard-bearer of American metal, have released their first new song since the June 2023 album “Life Is But a Dream…” in December 2025.

The track arrives as a tie-in with the popular game Call of Duty: Black Ops 7.

The band has contributed songs to the series in the past, and this new piece follows in that lineage.

While anchored by heavy riffs, the sound incorporates bold pitch processing and a floating, psychedelic texture that creates a hypnotic atmosphere.

Lyrically, it portrays people so obsessed with chasing thrills that they teeter on the edge of ruin, unfolding a subtly ominous, dreamlike world.

A VR-enabled 360-degree music video has also been released, making it a great recommendation for those who want to experience full immersion alongside the visuals.