This New Music Friday brings an eclectic wave of major new releases, fresh singles, and industry developments capturing the attention of listeners worldwide. Ava Max delivers a vibrant punch with her latest single Wet, Hot American Dream, while the Foo Fighters mark their 30th anniversary by unveiling Today's Song, accompanied by an emotional letter from Dave Grohl reflecting on the band’s journey. Country fans are treated to new work from Tyler Childers, including his track Oneida and the Streets Of London EP from Zach Bryan. There’s more from the country front with Lee Brice and The Traler Park’s Said No Country Boy Ever and Russell Dickerson’s Sippin’ On Top Of The World, rounding out a strong list of singles across genres.
A highlight in pop comes from Mabel with Love Me Gentle, while alternative energy surges with new music from Of Monsters and Men with Television Love. Shelly offers up a new EP, Shelly 2, and Kesha’s highly anticipated album Period has officially dropped, making waves for its creative approach and candid storytelling. Indie folk and singer-songwriter fans have fresh material from Sydney Rose, Harrison Storm and Winona Oak, and Chris Ayer. Meanwhile, the electronic scene buzzes with Naomi Scott teaming up with Johnny Yukon for Rhythm, and Clean Bandit’s collaboration with Lloyiso on Believe is poised to become a summer favorite, as reported by Official Charts.
Legendary acts are also making headlines. Styx returns with their bird-inspired concept album Circling From Above, bringing Tommy Shaw and the band’s signature sound back into the spotlight. Alice Cooper Group’s The Revenge of Alice Cooper reunites all living original members, even incorporating a vintage guitar riff from the late Glen Buxton, promising a nostalgic yet fresh rock experience according to Ultimate Classic Rock. There’s also excitement around a remastered edition of Jethro Tull’s classics and a special CD release from Elvis Presley, featuring live recordings from his 1977 Charlotte tour, now available for fans and collectors.
On the industry front, music publishing in the US soared to $7 billion in 2024, with significant gains for songwriters and increased investments in publishing rights, according to RouteNote’s industry update. Platforms continue to evolve: YouTube Music introduced a lyric-sharing feature, making fan engagement easier, while TikTok’s much-discussed ban in the US faces yet another delay, prolonging uncertainty for artists and creators. Meanwhile, the European Commission announced a competition inquiry into Universal Music Group’s $775 million acquisition of Downtown’s publishing catalog, a move that could reshape the market for songwriters and publishers across Europe.
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