Songs of the Week - 12/05/2025
These are the 12 tracks you need to check out this week!
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CATTY - 'Joyride'
This week's Songs of the Week begins with CATTY's fifth appearance on the feature, and arguably her best yet. This orchestral-backed 'Joyride' kicks off with an incredible opening that feels like it has been taken straight off the West End, before bursting into the most blistering chorus of alt-pop brilliance. CATTY's vocals are the best they have ever been, driving every inch of emotion she possesses into delivering the masterfully relatable lyrics. CATTY is a superstar, and it feels like it is only a matter of time until the whole world catches on.
Tragic Sasha - 'Billboards'
Tragic Sasha is a musical powerhouse, writing, producing, and performing some of the best indie-pop tracks around. Her new track 'Billboards', which Sasha co-produced with Scott Is Okay, only acts to continue this trend. The whole track is a note-perfect example of what pushing boundaries in music should sound like. The instrumental created calls upon a tapestry of well-blended diverse sounds to create the most stunning sonic landscape. However, it is Tragic Sasha's breathtaking vocals which really make this song stand-out, building even more excitement for what will undoubtedly be a huge 2025.
Lucky Iris - 'day to night'
The end of April saw a huge surprise EP, 'day to night', get released by genre-blending duo Lucky Iris. The four-track EP, released under Universal Production Music's Focus label, is a boundary-pushing exploration through the extents of alt-pop and electro sounds. The whole project is truly exceptional, which made picking one song to feature incredibly difficult, but the blistering, energetic pace the title track progresses at meant it had to be me pick. However, definitely be sure to check out all four songs.
Dalia - 'Hanging by a Thread'
Dalia continues the trend of returning Songs of the Week artists, becoming the fourth artist so far this week to return with another incredible new song. Following the huge success of February's 'CUT IT OFF!', Dalia is back with anthemic new single 'Hanging by a Thread'. The track is a bittersweet exploration of break-ups, contrasting melancholic lyricism with a radiant backing track. With every release, Dalia seems to have become more self-assured of her sound and ability as an artist, and if these first two releases of 2025 are anything to go by, she will be a huge name in the pop scene for years to come.
Francesca Everly - 'Bigger Person'
This week's fifth consecutive returning artist is Francesca Everly, who has dropped her first track since last year's sensational debut EP 'feeling like this heart like i've never felt it'. The new release, 'Bigger Person', sees Francesca take a more tongue-in-cheek approach than previous releases, pushing back against having to be the person that lets everything go. The guitar-driven indie-pop track has a 'coming of age' feel about it, creating a perfect listening experience for this time of the year.
Lara Rxse - 'unsettling'
The next featured artist is the first SOTW debutant of this week, a fact I am ashamed to admit given how incredible I now realise her past releases have been. However, as good as the past songs have been, it is Lara Rxse's new EP, 'unsettling' which has really taken her musical prowess to a whole new level. The four-song journey is an introspective and powerful display of the depth and brilliance of Lara's songwriting, with the title track 'unsettling' providing the perfect proof of this.
Odhran Murphy - 'Angel of Mine'
We then move to another SOTW debut in this week's feature. This time we head to one of the most exciting musicians from Northern Ireland, Odhran Murphy, and his new single 'Angel of Mine'. This heartfelt new pop-folk single is full of the infectious personality that has become synonymous with Odhran Murphy's music. This is a love song in its truest form, yet manages to avoid all the clichés that so many songs rely on, instead painting an honest picture of love that will create vivid images in the minds of listeners.
The Rooks - 'Right About Now'
The SOTW debuts continue with this punchy new track from The Rooks, 'Right About Now'. The new release is one of the band's rawest to date, blending hard-hitting drums with a gritty guitar line to create a sound that’s both unapologetically authentic and fiercely compelling. This is further enhanced through the self-reflective lyrics of guitarist Matthe McFadyen. In just four releases, The Rooks have managed to make themselves one of Scotland's must-see attractions, and they show no signs of slowing anytime soon.
Eppie - 'First Name Basis'
Another stellar new band with four singles under their belt is Eppie, who have just released their most recent track 'First Name Basis'. Selling the release as "a song about kissing" certainly grabs attention, but this is actually a textured song that offers so much more sonically. The psychedelic track combines ethereal vocal work with a dynamic backing, creating the perfect introduction to Eppie for new listeners. 'First Name Basis' is also the final single and title track for Eppie's upcoming EP out on May 30th, so definitely be sure to check that out upon its release.
Lianne Kaye - 'Reality Check'
Lianne Kaye also released a hard-hitting new track last week. 'Reality Check' is one of the catchiest guitar-driven tracks I have heard for some time, fusing powerful vocals with a punchy guitarline. This is an anthem against overthinking, an all-too-relatable feeling tackled through perfectly reflective lyrics. Sonically, this track feels like a modernisation of the early 2000s pop-punk scene in the best way, and could not have dropped at a more perfect time of year, effortlessly soundtracking the sunny days.
Sam Ostler - 'Lights'
Long-term Songs Behind The Music favourite Sam Ostler is back with his new single 'Lights'. This track flawlessly showcases Sam's soulful vocals, pairing them with an atmospheric electro-style backing that makes this one of Ostler's most vibrant releases to date. 'Lights' also features some of Sam Ostler's most uplifting lyrics so far, offering hope in the most difficult of moments, empowering listeners with a sense of resilience.
Grace Honeywell - 'Everything in Between'
This week's Songs of the Week are rounded up in the most stunning way, with Grace Honeywell's beautiful new release, Everything in Between. This Americana-influenced folk track builds upon the emotional weight we can find ourselves carrying between home and liminal spaces. It is an almost poetic journey through this space, with an impact that deepens with every line that passes. Grace Honeywell is an artist in the truest sense of the form, and 'Everything in Between' is the perfect introduction for new listeners.
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