Drowning in all the new music releases? We’ve got you covered. Dive into our handpicked selection of this week’s standout tracks, from rising stars to iconic artists. Your perfect weekly soundtrack starts here!
Sam Smith – To be free
Sam Smith’s new single “To Be Free” is a powerful and emotional track that explores the deep desire for liberation and self-expression. With haunting vocals and heartfelt lyrics, the song reflects on personal struggles and the longing to live authentically in a world that often demands conformity. “To Be Free” marks a more vulnerable and introspective chapter in Smith’s musical journey, resonating with listeners who have faced similar battles for acceptance and identity. The music video is directed by (LA)HORDE and it’s wonderful.
elijah woods – Ghost on the radio
Breakout pop artist and producer Elijah Woods announces his debut album, “Can We Talk?”, releasing October 14th, and shares the album’s lead single, “Ghost On The Radio”. a catchy, upbeat pop track layered with lyrical depth. Beneath its glossy production and earworm hooks lies a bittersweet story of unresolved emotion and memory’s persistence.
Jorja Smith – With you
In the midst of a world tour and following the success of her May release “The Way I Love You”, Jorja Smith is back with a brand-new single “With You”. A soulful, romantic summer cut, the track sees Jorja at her most emotionally open, with her signature smooth vocals gliding over slick, skittering production. Described by Jorja as “A love song for the summer!” The accompanying beautifully stripped-back video is directed by Ivor Lawson-Adamah.
Roméo Elvis & Oscar and the Wolf – Ceiling
Belgian electro pop artist Oscar and the Wolf has teamed up with rapper Roméo Elvis for a striking new single titled “Ceiling.” Released last week, the track blends Oscar and the Wolf’s dreamy, atmospheric production with Roméo Elvis’s charismatic vocal delivery, crafting a distinctive cross‑genre collaboration. The song has already garnered several million plays on streaming platforms and YouTube, marking another inventive step in both artists’ evolving musical journeys.
Tame Impala – End of summer
Kevin Parker, the creative force behind Tame Impala, has finally dropped “End of Summer”, a sprawling seven‑minute standalone single. This marks his debut under Columbia Records and the band’s first non‑soundtrack release since the Barbie‑associated track “Journey to the Real World” in 2023 . The track unspools gradually into kaleidoscopic acid‑house rhythms, evoking early ’90s rave culture and Australia’s desert parties, all while retaining Parker’s signature dreamy psychedelia. Accompanied by a split‑screen music video directed by visual artist Julian Klincewicz.
Kilu – how did they know
Kilu’s latest single, “How Did They Know”, marks another moment in the artist’s emerging indie‑rock and singer‑songwriter journey . In this track, Kilu weaves an intimate tale of unexpected emotional insight—pondering moments when someone seems to anticipate your feelings before you’ve even voiced them, wrapped in a haunting melody reminiscent of early Coldplay with gentle piano, echoing guitar lines, and understated vocals that resonate with vulnerability and lyricism.
Givéon – I can tell
Giveon’s latest single, “I Can Tell” came from his sophomore album Beloved, released July 11. In this gently intoxicating cut, Giveon’s rich baritone glides over lush, ’70s‑inspired instrumentation, cinematic strings, regal horns, stirring bass, anchoring a tale of simmering attraction and emotional tension. With that signature, Giveon vulnerability, he teases the edges of temptation and longing, balancing on the line between romance and morality.
