Latest Western music releases [December 2025]

CSIRAC (Effy Remix)Ninajirachi

Ninajirachi – CSIRAC (Effy Remix) Official Visualiser

NinaJirachi is a producer and DJ based in Australia who’s been turning heads with her distinctive electro sound.

She describes her music as “girl EDM,” and her pop-leaning yet eerie production has already earned her a large following.

Teaming up with London-based DJ Effy, she’s dropped CSIRAC (Effy Remix), a bold evolution that transforms a track from her August 2025 album I Love My Computer into a harder, darker club cut.

The sharp percussion and heavyweight bassline hit hard, delivering a groove that makes you move without thinking.

A buzzy release that was even used in the Primavera Sound Porto 2026 lineup announcement—perfect for nights when you want to dance until dawn.

Out LoudPeach PRC

Peach PRC – Out Loud (Official Visualiser)

Peach PRC is a singer-songwriter from Australia who candidly shares her life and mental health on TikTok, earning a devoted following among younger generations.

Her flashy pink aesthetic and catchy songs are popular too.

This work, which she released in December 2025, captures the earnest longing of someone carrying a secret romance who hopes to be loved openly someday.

Over glittering synths, her vocals convey a breathless urgency that really hits home.

It’s a key lead single set to appear on her debut album, Porcelain, scheduled for release in March 2026, so if you’re struggling with a relationship you can’t tell anyone about, or you love emotional pop, be sure to check it out!

Lonely GirlSkye Newman

Skye Newman – Lonely Girl

Sky Newman is a singer-songwriter from South Africa now based in London.

In 2025, her single “Hairdresser” reached No.

29 on the UK Official Chart, and the follow-up “Family Matters” also broke into the Top 10.

With her raw, true-to-life lyricism, she has quickly become a standout voice.

The track she released in December 2025 marks the beginning of a new chapter following that year’s EP, SE9 Part 1.

Riding a sound that fuses R&B with an alternative pop sensibility, it delivers a sharp indictment of serious social issues such as grooming targeting minors and power imbalances.

Its structure, which issues a stark warning in a compact 2 minutes and 22 seconds, is stunning—and if you’re seeking music with a strong message, this will undoubtedly resonate.

DVP (Feat. Baka Not Nice)Smiley

Smiley – DVP (Feat. Baka Not Nice) [Official Music Video]

Smiley, a Toronto-based rapper signed to Drake’s OVO Sound, has been gaining attention.

Known for his signature laid-back flow that speaks to street realities, his new track is “DVP (Feat.

Baka Not Nice).” Featuring fellow OVO affiliate Baka Not Nice, the song lives up to its title—named after a major Toronto expressway—delivering a trap tune charged with the tension of a nighttime sprint.

Just released in December 2025, it pairs Smiley’s languid delivery with Baka Not Nice’s gritty voice for a striking contrast, resulting in a short yet addictive cut.

It’s perfect for driving, so if you’re looking for a cool beat, this is a must-check.

Hunnid PoundsSmokepurpp

Smokepurpp – Hunnid Pounds (Official Music Video)

SmokePurpp is a rapper born in Chicago and raised in Miami.

He drew major attention with Deadstar in 2017 and, alongside artists like Lil Pump, helped define an era of SoundCloud rap.

His new track Hunnid Pounds showcases that pedigree.

Clocking in at just 2 minutes and 10 seconds, it’s a barrage of aggressive beats and a powerful hook, brimming with trap’s signature heavy low end and raw energy.

Released as a single in December 2025, it’s also sparked hints on social media that an album may be in the works, building anticipation for what’s next.

If you’re craving a hard-hitting sound or you followed that movement back in the day, this one’s a must—give it a spin.

TchotchkesThe Lemon Twigs & Tchotchke

Tchotchke & The Lemon Twigs – “Tchotchkes” (Official Video)

The Lemon Twigs, a brother duo from Long Island, New York, and Tchotchke, a New York-based female trio, share a close relationship, touring and making music together, and are known for their deep love of ’60s pop.

Their new collaborative track is “Tchotchkes.” Released in December 2025, it’s a Christmas song adorned with glittering sleigh bells and orchestration.

Its humorous lyrics propose giving inexpensive yet quirky knickknacks (tchotchkes) instead of pricey presents, sung in stacked harmonies led by Brian D’Addario and others.

The retro, festive sound is perfect for anyone who loves classic holiday albums.

Everything Burns (ft. Beartooth)Tom Morello

Tom Morello – Everything Burns (ft. Beartooth) (Official Music Video)

Tom Morello, a rock legend through his work with Rage Against the Machine and his inventive guitar playing, has teamed up with Caleb Shomo of the metalcore-leading band Beartooth for “Everything Burns (ft.

Beartooth).” Released in December 2025, this much-discussed track was written specifically as a raid theme for Patch 7.4, “Into the Mist,” in the online RPG Final Fantasy XIV.

Morello’s signature razor-sharp riffs fuse with Shomo’s ferocious shouts to create a heavyweight track that amplifies the game’s intense battle scenes.

There’s even an anecdote that the song was produced in just a few hours—proof that it bottles raw, instantaneous explosive power into a single track.