Staying updated with the new sounds can be a daunting task, given the vast sea of weekly album drops and daily single releases. The music landscape is ever-expansive, making it easy for gems to slip by unnoticed. To make your musical journey more manageable, we present a weekly roundup of the best new music to grace your ears.
This week, Lil Yachty explores new stylistic dimensions, Usher builds anticipation for his Super Bowl Halftime Show, and a variety of artists deliver standout tracks. Here are the highlights:
Lil Yachty â âA Cold Sundayâ
Lil Yachty continues to push his creative boundaries, venturing into a psychedelic aesthetic that he first introduced with Letâs Start Here. His latest endeavor, âA Cold Sunday,â samples âInspiration Of My Lifeâ by Citation, offering a brief yet captivating showcase of Yachtyâs flow.
JT â âSidewaysâ
While City Girls maintains their momentum, JT establishes herself as a solo force with âSideways.â JT expresses her commitment to self-improvement, aiming to transition from acclaimed verses to crafting standout songs in 2024.
Usher and Pheelz â âRuinâ
In the lead-up to his historic Super Bowl Halftime Show performance, Usher collaborates with Pheelz on âRuin,â a track infused with Afrobeats influences. This release is part of Usherâs broader strategy, coinciding with the launch of his new album, Coming Home.
Daniel Caesar â âWaiting In Vainâ
In a era marked by numerous music biopics, Daniel Caesar puts his modern spin on Bob Marleyâs âWaiting In Vain.â The synth-driven reinterpretation demonstrates the timeless appeal of Marleyâs iconic songwriting.
Paramore â âBurning Down The Houseâ
Paramore contributes to a Talking Heads tribute album with their rendition of âBurning Down The House.â The band seamlessly blends their signature sound with the expansive musical direction explored in recent albums.
TWICE â âI Got Youâ
K-pop ambassadors TWICE offer a glimpse of their upcoming mini-album, With YOU-th, with the anthemic âI Got You.â The track, influenced by New Wave sounds, solidifies TWICEâs position as global representatives of K-pop.
Hovvdy â âForeverâ
After a hiatus, Hovvdy returns with âForever,â a laid-back single reflecting on unconditional love. The track serves as a preview for their upcoming self-titled album, the duoâs fifth LP.
Sega Bodega â âDeer Teethâ
Producer extraordinaire Sega Bodega, known for collaborations with artists like Björk and Caroline Polachek, unveils âDeer Teeth.â This dreamy, glitchy number showcases Sega Bodegaâs prowess in creating ethereal, otherworldly sounds.
Don Toliver â âBanditâ
Don Toliver, following the release of Love Sick in 2023, offers a dynamic and bold tune titled âBandit.â The accompanied video hints at a potential upcoming album, possibly titled Hardstone.
TiaCorine â âBonnetâ
North Carolina rapper TiaCorine leads with the rapid-fire single âBonnetâ from her latest EP, Almost There. The track is accompanied by a vibrant video, offering a glimpse into TiaCorineâs interests, including fighting games and anime.
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