【2026】A-Title Western Music Compilation

A Broken ManDream Theater

Dream Theater – A Broken Man (Official Visualizer)

A new song has arrived from Dream Theater, the originators and stalwarts of progressive metal.

It’s the lead single from their album “Parasomnia,” which marks Mike Portnoy’s return after 15 years.

The track portrays a veteran struggling with war-induced PTSD.

Its massive sound and intricate rhythms create an epic soundscape that is quintessentially them.

Released on December 3, 2024 ahead of the album’s scheduled February 7, 2025 release, the song is also slated to be performed on the band’s 40th anniversary tour.

Highly recommended not only for progressive metal fans, but for anyone seeking weighty, powerful music.

AMSTERDAMDro Kenji

Dro Kenji – AMSTERDAM (Official Music Video)

Blending a refined melody with wistful lyrics, Doro Kenji’s new track fully showcases his emotional musicality.

The sound—an evocative mix of trap and emo rap, characteristic of this South Carolina native—stands out.

Released in December 2024, the song gives voice to a longing for a luxurious lifestyle and desire for an alluring woman.

Its title, named after a Dutch city, adds a free-spirited vibe.

While Doro Kenji’s music is often said to reflect modern youth’s nihilism, this work may also reveal a new side of him.

It’s perfect for late-night drives or quiet evenings alone.

AbsentiaDrown In Sulphur

Drown In Sulphur – Absentia (Official Music Video)

The Milan-based Italian deathcore band Drown in Sulphur released a new song in November 2024 that fuses intensity with a dark, atmospheric feel.

Featuring heavy riffs infused with black metal elements and ferocious vocals, the track explores themes of inner conflict and existential questioning, expressing the loss of faith and a sense of existential void.

Following their January 2024 album Dark Secrets of the Soul, this song further highlights the band’s unique blend of symphonic elements with extreme metal.

It’s a track that balances sheer aggression with deep introspection—highly recommended for those seeking a fusion of crushing sonics and philosophical lyrics.

AfterglowEd Sheeran

Ed Sheeran – Afterglow [Official Performance Video]

It’s a hidden gem, with a wistful acoustic guitar sound and Ed Sheeran’s heartfelt, savoring vocals that really hit home.

Now a global top artist and arguably the most successful singer-songwriter since the 2010s, Ed is hugely popular here in Japan as well.

Released in December 2020, this track drew attention as his first new song in about a year and a half.

Sung about “Afterglow,” symbolizing a deep bond with a loved one and an enduring love that doesn’t fade with time, the song also made waves because Ed himself created the artwork.

Snow in winter appears symbolically in the lyrics, and it’s a warm, comforting song you’ll want to listen to on a quiet snowy night while thinking of someone dear.

Aguas de MarçoElis Regina & Tom Jobim

Elis Regina & Tom Jobim – “Aguas de Março” – 1974

It’s a timeless masterpiece by Elis Regina and Tom Jobim, revered treasures of Brazilian music! The song appears on the album “Elis & Tom,” released in June 1974, and has remained one of Brazil’s most beloved tracks.

Its poetic lyrics, simple yet beautiful, depict everyday scenes and events that symbolize the cycle of life.

Inspired by Jobim’s experience facing the rainy season at a farm in the state of Rio, the piece perfectly balances Elis’s passionate vocals with Jobim’s delicate melodies.

It’s highly recommended not only for those interested in Brazilian music, but also for anyone who enjoys poetic lyrics and soothing melodies.

At LastEtta James

At Last

Known as a quintessential love song that vows eternal devotion, this track continues to move countless listeners with Etta James’s powerful yet delicate vocals.

The joy and relief of finding true love are conveyed through a beautiful melody, capturing the emotion of the long-awaited moment when love finally arrives.

Released in November 1960 as the title track of her debut album, it reached No.

2 on the R&B chart.

Featured in numerous films and TV shows, it’s also cherished as a wedding classic.

It’s the perfect song for deepening your bond with a loved one or expressing your feelings to someone special.

AAAFLO

FLO – AAA (Official Video)

Flow’s track, shining like a flash of light, is bringing a fresh breeze to the R&B scene.

The lyrics, embodying female strength and confidence, vividly portray a modern view of love that seeks serious commitment.

This song is a centerpiece of the debut album “Access All Areas,” released in November 2024.

It’s a luxurious production that modernizes the 80s Motown sound and samples a classic by Teena Marie.

Perfect for those who know their worth and want to build a relationship based on mutual respect.

Flow’s powerful vocals are sure to give you a boost.