From Grammy-winner’s much-awaited single to rising talents’ carving out distinct spaces with their resonant offerings, here’s our New Music Friday picks for this week.
Olivia Rodrigo – “drop dead”
GRAMMY Award- winning, multi-platinum singer-songwriter Olivia Rodrigo shares a glimpse at her upcoming third studio album, you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love with her latest single “drop dead.” An electro-tinged melody led by her signature lilting vocals, the track is soothing and soaring as it evokes a hopeful, loved-up vibe.
The track is elevated by vivid visuals shot at the iconic Palace of Versailles. Directed by Petra Collins, the music video captures a sense of opulence, brimming with the manic exuberance and euphoria of a budding new romance.
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Jaenese – “Ride”
Nashville-based neo-soul and indie act Jaenese shares disarming offering “Ride,” a soft and hazy number that leans into quiet intimacy as it captures a rare, all-consuming kind of love with a soft confidence. Inspired by personal experience yet sweetly relatable, the track weaves an easy groove into airy vocal delivery and layered sonics to make for an intimate and immersive production. Laden with a gentle yet impactful romantic pull, the track is as striking as it is dreamy as it drifts into a vibrant musical world.
With a lingering message of love grounded in real, raw experiences, the track continues the evolution of Jaenese’s textured artistry as she carves a distinct space for herself in the indie music scene.
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daydreamers – “I Expect Better”
London indie pop four-piece daydreamers taps into uncertainty and frustration in emotive yet charming offering “I Expect Better,” a sunny melody juxtaposed against raw honesty. Led by shimmering guitars, the track is luscious yet hazy as it encapsulates a comforting vibe even as the cutting lyrics reflect on feeling like everything is falling apart.
Speaking of the enchanting track, frontman Riley says, ’I Expect Better’ came falling out of that period. I love how simple and effortless it felt; pretty much 90% of the demo was kept in the final version.”
Accompanied by charming lo-fi visuals, daydreamers captures the gentleness of the golden hour while the direct but introspective songwriting resonates far and wide.
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Izzy Escobar – “Hate to Be the One”
Rising Cuban-Italian star Izzy Escobar delivers empowering post-breakup anthem “Hate to Be the One,” led by her signature blend of emotionally charged storytelling and powerful vocals.
Written by legendary Grammy winning songwriter Diane Warren, the track strikes an intricate balance between soulful and fun as it showcases Escobar’s ability to switch from soul-stirring intimacy and anthemic power as she builds a reputation for expansive soundscapes empower and uplift.
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Which song is making your playlist this week? Don’t forget to check out our Spotify playlist and visit Lyrical Muse for more new music recommendations.
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