Each week, we add new tracks to our curated Best New Songs playlist and compile the top songs of each month. Here, in alphabetical order, are the standout songs from April 2025.
caroline – ‘Tell me I never knew that’ [feat. Caroline Polachek]
caroline made a strong comeback with ‘Total euphoria’ in March, and now they surprise us again with ‘Tell me I never knew that’, featuring Caroline Polachek. This second single from their sophomore album, caroline 2, showcases their experimental music style, with abstract lyrics and deconstructed pop melodies by Polachek. The song explores the desire for a static identity and layers of emotion, drawing listeners in with its unique sound.
Florry – ‘First it was a movie, then it was a book’
Florry kicks off their upcoming album Sounds Like… with the captivating ‘First it was a movie, then it was a book’. The seven-minute single showcases vocalist Francie Medosch embodying a character on the brink of a breakdown, reflecting on the surreal experience of seeing their life portrayed on screen. The track grips listeners with its compelling guitar riff and introspective lyrics.
Hotline TNT – ‘Julia’s War’
With Raspberry Moon, Hotline TNT presents their first album recorded with a full band, delivering the catchy lead single ‘Julia’s War’. The track features a chorus that invites listeners to sing along and showcases Andersen’s vocals at the forefront. The cryptic lyrics and upbeat melody make it a must-listen for shoegaze fans.
Lana Del Rey – ‘Henry, come on’
Lana Del Rey enchants with ‘Henry, come on’, a track that blends delicate guitar picking, string arrangements, and poignant lyrics. The song exudes clarity and defiance, with Lana’s vocals exuding a sense of acceptance and resilience. The track’s emotive storytelling and haunting melody make it a standout piece.
Lorde – ‘What Was That’
Lorde returns with ‘What Was That’, the lead single from her new album Virgin. The track harkens back to her Melodrama era, exploring themes of time passing and self-realization. Lorde’s introspective lyrics, accompanied by a punchy yet subdued production, create a nostalgic and thought-provoking listening experience.
Pulp – ‘Spike Island’
Pulp reflects on fame and self-discovery in ‘Spike Island’, the first glimpse into their first album in 24 years. Jarvis Cocker’s introspective lyrics and anthemic sound capture the band’s signature style. The track’s references to a legendary Stone Roses gig add layers of meaning to the song’s exploration of identity and fame.
Stereolab – ‘Aerial Troubles’
Stereolab delves into universal anxieties with ‘Aerial Troubles’, blending off-kilter grooves with introspective lyrics about the fear of death and societal consumption. The track highlights the band’s ability to play with reality and surrealism, creating a unique and thought-provoking listening experience.
Von dem Song-Outro und der Single, die folgte, zu urteilen, ist es.
Wet Leg – ‚fange diese Fäuste‘
Wenn du nur ein Lied von Wet Leg gehört hast, würdest du erwarten, dass die erste Single von ihrem zweiten Album laut und ein wenig ironisch ist. In so ziemlich jeder Hinsicht ist ‚fange diese Fäuste‘ eine natürliche Rückkehr für Rhian Teasdale und Hester Chambers. Aber die Selbstsicherheit des Duos ist hörbar auf einem anderen Level; oder vielleicht liegt es daran, dass ihre spöttischen Drohungen über das schmutzige, messerscharfe Riff des Songs etwas weniger scherzhaft wirken. Die Sänger-Gitarristinnen nutzen das neu gefundene Selbstvertrauen des Erfolgs nicht, um lauter zu schreien oder ihren Sound aufzupolieren; sie murmeln nur Zeilen wie „Er bekommt keine Muschi, er bekommt den Stiefel“ mit größerer Überzeugung. In der Zwischenzeit bleibt der Song in deinem Kopf stecken. Hut ab vor ihnen.