The last official month of Summer has finally arrived, and it is a sad and joyous occasion all at once. While waving goodbye to summer indicates the end of ice cream cones and long vacations, it is also the chance to start anew, to rejuvenate in the solace of the sun one last time before it hides behind menacing clouds and brisk breezes. As we all enjoy the last few weeks of Summer, the new releases have yet to slow down in 2025. This week, we have stellar debuts that cross eras, experimental folk with expressive individuality, and a cornucopia of fantastic singles.
Check out Glide’s picks for this week’s best new music, and be sure to follow August’s Caustic playlist to keep up with this month’s latest releases.
Snõõper – “Worldwide”
Worldwide
The highly anticipated follow-up to the stellar 2023 debut from punk extremist Snõõper finally has a release date and an infectious new single. Worldwide is set to be released on October 3 via Third Man Records, and the energetic title track is our lead single. “Worldwide” is a bubbly and jagged piece of modern punk with dense distortion that is sliced through with a danceable, sugary vocal performance.
The Wood Brothers – “Is It Up To You”
Puff of Smoke
Refreshing Americana trio The Wood Brothers return with another set of left-field twang built around simplistic arrangements that evoke the welcoming nature of nostalgia. Puff of Smoke is 11 soulful tunes that find the band exploring the deepest nuances of their established sound and whittling it down to its truest essence, leaving nothing but the band’s moving songwriting, rugged yet gentle vocals, and sparse acoustics to drive this LP. “Is It Up To You” is an out-of-body experience as The Wood Brothers ask reality-shattering questions over light-footed acoustics.
Travis Roberts – “I’ve Got Reasons”
Rebel Rose
The debut album from young country hopeful Travis Roberts has finally arrived, and it is as cinematic and emotional as you could hope for. Rebel Rose brings us back to a time when the balance between pop and country was an even split, as Roberts ties together 10 sweeping performances with toe-tapping tempos and personal songwriting. “I’ve Got Reasons” is a beautiful marriage of the modern with the nostalgic as Roberts spills his heart out over swelling crescendoes and thudding drums.
Joel Arnow – “You And Me”
Woken Up In Broken Places
Joel Arnow’s debut album is a sprawling effort that explores the intricacies of folk and pulls out its most colorful elements. With a sprinkle of fusion flavor and a poetic knack for songwriting, Woken Up In Broken Places is 11 tunes that introduce Arnow as a forward-thinking, empathetic artist via intimate performances that glisten under the weight of their vulnerability. “You and Me” is an airy acoustic ballad with palpable longing that arrives through wistful vocals and heartfelt songwriting.
The New Eves – “Circles”
The New Eves Is Rising
The long-awaited debut album from folk-punk outfit The New Eves is here in all its off-kilter glory. The New Eves Is Rising is the first leap into an ice-cold pool after a long, hot day, as the rejuvenating outfit shines new lights on the limits of folk and punk on a conceptual level, creating one of the most unique releases the folk world has seen in quite some time. “Circles” only scratches the surface of the freeing experimentation that shapes The New Eves Is Rising. Scorching string sections clash swords with chanting vocals for an anthematic highlight from an unforgettable LP.
Nate Currin – “Bleed”
Ghost Town
The long-awaited follow-up to country star Nate Currin’s acclaimed 2019 LP has arrived. Ghost Town is a classic country outing that finds Currin at the mercy of some complex emotions as the artist pens some of his most personal work to date across 15 moving pieces of twangy balladry. “Bleed” is one of the more striking performances on the new record, with Currin belting out poetry that feels like it was kept deep in his soul until he heard warping guitar riffs that pulled this performance out of him.
The Armed – “Local Millionaire”
THE FUTURE IS HERE AND EVERYTHING NEEDS TO BE DESTROYED
Detroit punk collective The Armed has emerged with another in-your-face, distorted journey of an album. THE FUTURE IS HERE AND EVERYTHING NEEDS TO BE DESTROYED is a warped, pointed piece of punk rock stretched across 11 face-melting performances courtesy of one of the more unique sounds the punk genre has seen in years. “Local Millionaire” is an explosive stand-out on a fantastic album. The foot never comes off the gas, as The Armed glue together firework-style swells with thought-provoking lyrics.
Domo Genesis & Graymatter – “Weezy Face”
WORLD GONE MAD – EP
It has been two years since rapper/songwriter Domo Genesis released music with versatile producer Graymatter, but fans of the 2023 LP finally get a hint of new music from the duo. WORLD GONE MAD is a five-song EP that finds the two artists employing a splash of lo-fi warmth as Graymatter flips samples into intoxicating instrumental for Domo’s relaxed yet electrifying verses. “Weezy Face” is a gritty yet soulful highlight that shines a blinding and welcoming light on the duo’s natural chemistry as Domo slides over blaring horns.
IDLES – “Rabbit Run”
Single
After the soulful revelation that was post-punk golden children IDLES’s 2024 LP, one of the most exhilarating modern bands returns to aid in some soundtrack work. “Rabbit Run” is an eerie, crawling performance that explodes into a rainbow of raw vocals and searing guitar riffs. The fantastic new single is set to land on the soundtrack for the upcoming film, Caught Stealing.
Radio Free Alice – “Toyota Camry”
Empty Words – EP
Post-punk hopeful Radio Free Alice has announced their new EP and released the immersive lead single. Empty Words will arrive on August 20, a few weeks ahead of their first headlining tour across North America, which kicks off in Toronto in September. “Toyota Camry” is the lead single from the upcoming EP that balances ambitious musicianship with introspective lyrics. The arrangement acts as the speeding car bolting down an open highway, while the lyrics act as the driver, deep in thought while attempting to clear their mind.
Yves Tumor & NINA – “WE DONT COUNT”
Single
Almost like an unexpected storm, Yves Tumor returns with a new single, marking his first piece of new music since 2023. “WE DONT COUNT” finds the boundary-blurring, genre-pushing artist teaming up with Bar Italia’s NINA for an electrifying duet. The latest single features stunning harmonies navigating a glitchy instrumentation driven by surf-rock tones and neck-breaking drums.
The Antlers – “Carnage”
Blight
For the first time since 2021, Peter Silberman’s project The Antlers is back with a new LP. Blight will be released on October 10, with the slow-burning “Carnage” acting as our lead single. The atmospheric ballad follows an immersive story that highlights Silberman’s ability to bring the listener into his world while keeping a steady footing in reality.
Cautious Clay – “Fade Blue (11 PM)
Single
After releasing the bright pop-leaning The Hours: Morning in May, singer/songwriter and producer Cautious Clay wastes no time with a new release. “Fade Blue (11 PM)” is a bouncy, technicolored single with swaying melodies that move with the breeze given off from the disco-tinted arrangement, creating a vibrant pop tune.
Cochemea – “Omeyocan”
Vol III: Ancestros Futuros
Multi-instrumentalist and composer Cochemea has released the second single from his upcoming LP, and the stunning performance adds another lump of coal to the furnace of excitement around this release. Vol III: Ancestros Futuros, which completes the trilogy started back in 2019, is set to be released on September 26. “Omeyocan” is a beautifully crafted jazz arrangement with whimsy and grace, creating a calming whirlwind of soaring horns and chugging drums.
Fat Dog – “Pray to That”
Single
It has been just under a year since Fat Dog’s debut record made waves throughout the music world, and the band gifts fans with a new single just before their North American tour in September. “Pray to That” is a chanting, staggering anthem with strep-throat vocals that cut through the rough cinematography of the arrangement with passionate flair and animated gusto. Fat Dog’s trek across North America begins in Sacramento on September 2.
