Songs of the Week - 09/09/2025
These are the 15 tracks you need to check out this week!
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DON BROCO - 'Hype Man'
DON BROCO are back with their second new single, ‘Hype Man’, a track that perfectly balances chaos with camaraderie. The track opens with a gripping electro-orchestral intro section that gives way to huge, crunchy guitars and riotous vocals. Surging riffs and relentless, pulsing beats propel the song forward, unleashing a raw, unyielding energy that grips you from start to finish. The song dives into the turbulence of burnout while shining a light on the importance of those who keep you going, carrying a message that feels both deeply personal and universally relatable. Switching seamlessly between urgent verses and towering choruses, ‘Hype Man’ is an anthem of release, resilience, and connection. The single acts another powerhouse moment from a band who continue to thrive on pushing themselves louder, harder, and higher.
Suede - 'Antidepressants'
While many bands who rose to fame in the ’90s now lean on nostalgia, Suede continue to push forward, constantly evolving their sound and delivering some of their strongest music yet. The band’s 2022 record ‘Autofiction’ was going to take some following, as for me it is one of the standout records of the decade. However, you need look no further than the title track of Suede’s new album ‘Antidepressants’ to prove they’re still at the top of their game, and show no signs of slowing. This track captures everything that makes the band so enduring, darkly poetic, charged with urgency, and brimming with a restless energy that feels both vital and timeless. The title track is a defiant anthem that speaks to the resilience of broken people finding solace in shared experience. It sets the tone for what is one of Suede’s most authentically brilliant records to date.
THE HARA - 'Easier To Die'
THE HARA’s latest single ‘Easier To Die’ is a brutal yet honest showcase of the Manchester trio’s evolving sound, leaning further into their heaviest instincts while keeping that emotional core intact. It’s raw, jagged, and unflinching. The riffs and vocals throughout blend near-metalcore weight with rhythmic brilliance, driven by searing aggression and aching vulnerability. ‘Easier To Die’ cuts deep lyrically, carrying a sense of realness that makes the track feel both cathartic and personal. The track also acts as another offering from The Hara’s upcoming sophomore album, ‘The Fallout’, which promises to be their boldest and loudest statement to date.
Beth McCarthy - 'What If I Never Make It?'
Beth McCarthy’s surprise new single ‘What If I Never Make It?’ is a vulnerable and unflinchingly honest reflection on chasing big dreams, and the fear of never quite getting there. Delivered with diary-like intimacy, the track captures both the existential weight of self-doubt and the quiet triumphs that so often go unnoticed. Listening to this powerful track is a reminder to savour the small victories along the way. While Beth reflects on her own career and ambitions, the song is crafted so brilliantly that it naturally draws you into your own journey, making every listener reflect on their personal triumphs and struggles. It is a tender, raw, and beautifully real song that resonates as both a confession and a comfort, proof that even in uncertainty, there’s strength in not giving up. Another message of empowerment that Beth McCarthy seems to be able to deliver like no other.
Tadhg Daly - 'I Look for You'
Tadhg Daly’s latest single ‘I Look For You’ is his most powerful release to date, and may well be his finest. Written in the shadow of almost losing someone he deeply loves, the track carries an emotional weight that’s impossible to ignore. There’s raw honesty in every line, brought together by a huge soundscape that blends the best of pop and country-folk music, capturing that moment when nothing makes sense and the fear of absence feels overwhelming. What makes the song so special is the hope it offers, providing light for a journey back to love and connection. Tadhg Daly has managed to create a track that is both vulnerable and cathartic, that undoubtedly lingers long after the final note.
Iona Zajac - 'Dilute'
Iona Zajac has spent 2025 releasing a string of stellar singles, and has kept this momentum going with her newest track ‘Dilute’, another standout ahead of her debut album ‘Bang’. Iona has a truly unique ability to craft hauntingly atmospheric songs in the most beautiful way, creating soundscapes unlike any other artist, and few songs have highlighted this quite as well as ‘Dilute’. The track feels like you are stepping into a fever dream, where fury, empowerment, and surreal imagery collide into something both unsettling and liberating. There can be no doubt Iona Zajac is an artist at the very top of her game, and with continued releases this good, ‘Bang’ could very well be regarded as one of the most fearless and commanding debuts of the year when it is released on November 21st.
Maisi - 'shut up!!!'
Maisi’s takeover of the hyper-pop genre continues with her newest single, ‘shut up!!!’. The anthem radiates pure chaotic fun, making listeners shake off the noise of the world to throw themselves into the moment. It’s playful, brash, and full of energy, whilst maintaining the relatable lyricism Maisi has become known for. It is the kind of track that makes you want to spin around your room with zero care given, mixing catchy vocals with unrelenting beats. ‘shut up!!!’ feels like another big step in what’s already Maisi’s biggest year to date, solidifying her place as one of pop’s most exciting new voices and as a real trailblazer in the hyper-pop space.
Ellur - 'The Wheel'
Ellur’s latest single ‘The Wheel’ is a bold, feel-good anthem that turns everyday struggles into something empowering and joyful. Balancing honesty with playfulness, the track dives into themes of mental health and self-discovery, doing so with an energy that feels liberating rather than heavy. It’s a track that is as fun as it is outrageously catchy, but beneath the big hooks lies a reminder that even in darker times, happiness can be found, and shared. With its uplifting spirit and infectious drive, ‘The Wheel’ feels like another defining moment in Ellur’s ever-growing catalogue, capturing her knack for turning raw emotion into something truly unifying.
Bebe Barry - 'Perpetual Maybe'
Bebe Barry’s new single ‘Perpetual Maybe’ is one of her most vulnerable releases to date, captures the pain of being caught in emotional limbo by clinging to someone who won’t stay but won’t leave either. With Bebe’s voice laid bare at the heart of the song, every word aches with quiet heartbreak. The track feels a rare step away from the brilliant brand of “Sunshine Punk” Bebe Barry has become known for, instead seeing her flex her genre fluidity through an indie-rock anthem that sounds equally impressive. ‘Perpetual Maybe’ is raw, exposed, and deeply human, proving that Bebe can channel just as much power in her softer moments as she does in her fiery ones.
Bino Bames - 'Nothing's Real'
Bino Bames returned last week with his fourth single of the year, ‘Nothing’s Real’, a brooding, neon-lit track that pulls you into Bino’s uniquely warped indie world. The dynamic track sees Bames mix edgy guitars and synth-like backings with haunting atmospherics and layered, often digitally twisted, vocals. This crafts a sound that’s simultaneously introspective and defiantly original. It’s a glimpse into the mind of an artist unafraid to bend genre boundaries, balancing moody tension with a magnetic energy that keeps you hooked from start to finish. ‘Nothing’s Real’ sets the stage perfectly for his debut EP ‘Gathers No Moss’, out on October 29th, proving Bino Bames is an emerging force in indie music whose vision stretches well beyond the ordinary.
Taylor D - 'Strange Addiction'
Taylor D has just dropped her first single in six months, ‘Strange Addiction’, a darker, more introspective release built on gritty guitars and fiery vocals. The new song draws you in with brooding tension and emotional weight, exploring the magnetic pull of toxic relationships. Taylor’s vocals are the best I have heard them, balancing intimacy and power as she conveys obsession, shame, and the difficult self-awareness that comes with loving someone who isn’t good for you. ‘Strange Addiction’ signals a bold new chapter for Taylor D, blending raw emotional honesty with irresistible pop-rock energy under a darker, more twisted edge.
Isaac Stuart - 'London, I Love You'
Isaac Stuart delivers his most poignant releases yet with ‘London, I Love You’, the standout single from his forthcoming EP Take Your Time. A piano-led ballad that brims with raw emotion, the track captures the ache of falling out of love, the pull of nostalgia, and the bittersweet acceptance that some feelings can never return. Isaac’s voice is as tender as it is powerful, carrying every word with the kind of honesty that lingers long after the last note. With sweeping piano lines and reflective lyricism, ‘London, I Love You’ is a deeply immersive listen, feeling made for the biggest of venues whilst carrying an intimate feel. Isaac Stuart continues to carve out a space for introspective, emotionally charged music that resonates on a profound level.
A Different Kitchen - 'Gorilla'
Last week saw A Different Kitchen return with ‘Gorilla’, their first release since dropping their debut EP ‘Denouement’ back in February. ‘Gorilla’ is a fierce track bursting with dynamic contrasts and driving post-punk energy, making it impossible not to get swept up in its momentum. The track channels raw intensity throughout, blended amongst razor-sharp lyrics that tackle societal frustrations with both wit and bite. ‘Gorilla’ is a bold statement from a band unafraid to challenge conventions. The singles release was also paired with news of A Different Kitchen’s sophomore EP, ‘Revolt’, due out on November 7th.
SKAYA - 'Deep Waters'
SKAYA continued her trend of releasing a new single on the first Friday of each month with her sparkling new single ‘Deep Waters’. The upbeat pop-rock gem balances infectious energy with emotional depth, diving into the tension of a relationship turned upside down, capturing the frustration and distance when someone refuses to open up. SKAYA’s vibrant delivery and catchy hooks make what could be a heavy topic feel immediate and relatable, while the driving rhythms give the song a buoyant, irresistible momentum. With ‘Deep Waters’, SKAYA has further flexed her ability to blend heartfelt storytelling with irresistible alt-pop flair, creating a track that’s as fun to listen to as it is easy to connect with.
Modern Neutrals - 'Ain't That Something'
This week’s Songs of the Week are rounded out by Modern Neutrals and their stirring new single, ‘Ain’t That Something’. The near six-minute alt-rock ballad captures the frustrations and tensions we can feel with those closest to us, balancing emotional depth with the band’s signature energy. The track unfolds through atmospheric layers and reflective melodies, drawing listeners in while the band’s toe-tapping riffs and soulful vocals keep the pulse alive. As the song builds toward a high-octane finale, it remains deeply melodic yet retains the raw charm and immediacy that has made Modern Neutrals such an exciting presence on the alt-rock scene. A masterful blend of introspection and explosive sound.
