Songs of the Week - 01/12/2025
These are the essential tracks you need to check out this week!
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Anna Lynch - 'My Body'
This week’s Songs of the Week are kicked off by Anna Lynch’s sophomore single, ‘My Body’. Her second release is warm, steady and filled with a quiet growing confidence. Built around an instrumental that blends pop, soul and jazz, the track leans into the idea of trusting yourself when your mind tries to do the opposite. Anna’s writing comes from a place of real reflection, shaped by her interest in how emotion sits in the body, and you can feel that honesty in every line. Her vocals give the whole song a soft lift, seamlessly turning something thoughtful into something genuinely soothing. It’s a calm reminder that letting go can move you forward, constructed in a way that shows Anna Lynch is settling even deeper into a sound that really suits her.
Macie Nyah - 'Why Does Someone Always Have To Die?'
Macie Nyah’s new single ‘Why Does Someone Always Have to Die?’ takes heartbreak and turns it into something you can dance to. Inspired by a dissatisfaction with the ending of Killing Eve, the track mourns love that’s snatched away just as it starts to bloom. It’s playful but piercing, using pop hooks and bittersweet humour to balance grief with release. Macie’s delivery feels both theatrical and raw, capturing that strange mix of frustration and acceptance when something beautiful ends too soon. It’s a song that finds catharsis in movement, a reminder that even when the story doesn’t end how you hoped, you can still sing along and find joy.
Sakara - 'Sunflower'
Sakara’s highly anticipated second single, ‘Sunflower’, is a gentle reminder of how friendship can steady you when life falls short of what you pictured. Written during a time of distance and held together by shared moments like posting sunflower seeds and cat photos, the song holds this friendly warmth that never slips into cliché. It sits in that familiar space that so many experience where hope and disappointment always seem to coexist, yet Sakara turns it into something soothing and sincere. Her writing comes from a deeply emotional, personal place, but still leaves space for you to see your own life in it. The tracks soothing verses and rising choruses provide comfort, even when the world feels heavy. Sakara is nothing short of a songwriting genius, and this second single reinforces that.
Cindy B - 'Tell Me Why'
Cindy B’s new single ‘Tell Me Why’ taps into that restless late-night spiral where your thoughts keep circling one person no matter how much you want to switch off. It’s upbeat and dreamy at the same time, built on shimmering pop production that gives the whole track an easy glow, while the lyrics do something far more chaotic underneath. Cindy leans into that mix of craving and confidence, shifting from soft admission to bold flirtation with ease. There’s a playful spark in the way she sings about wanting answers while knowing full well the pull goes both ways. It perfectly captures the dizzy moment where you’re half falling, half pretending you’re not, turning that feeling into something bright and addictive.
RHIA - 'KEEP A RHYTHM'
RHIA continues to impress with her second single, ‘Keep a Rhythm’, a track that sits somewhere between neo-soul and silky R&B. RHIA’s vocals glide over a smooth, understated instrumental, each line delivered with a natural ease that pulls listeners into an intimate sonic world. The balance of having this stripped-back groove that lets RHIA’s voice take centre stage, showcases her ability to convey emotion without overcomplicating the production. ‘Keep a Rhythm’ captures the quiet confidence of an artist fully in command of her sound, blending catchy hooks with soulful depth in a way that lingers long after the song ends. There is no doubt RHIA is a serious one to watch.
Modern Neutrals - 'LXI'
This week’s Songs of the Week are rounded out by Modern Neutrals' hard hitting ‘LXI’, a three-and-a-half-minute burst of classic-tinged rock that brims with intensity. Built from the same sessions as previous SOTW ‘Ain’t That Something’, the track has long been a live favourite and now lands on streaming platforms ready to make its mark. Paranoia and the corrupting weight of power drive the lyrics, giving the song a razor-sharp edge that matches its epic instrumentation. From soaring guitars to relentless drums, ‘LXI’ captures the full force of the Modern Neutrals at their peak. It is a fiery statement for fans of heavy, thoughtful rock.