A lot of new music is released over any given week. So much so
that it’s hard to keep track of every new release. Now that the weekend is
here, it’s time to take a look back at all the new songs and music videos
released over the last seven days.
This week saw a lot of big song and video releases. Ariana
Grande released her much-anticipated “Thank U, Next” video. Mark Ronson
released his collaboration with Miley Cyrus. Grimes released her first new song
in nearly three years. We got some new pop punk tracks from SWMRS, Say
Anything and AFI. There were also some amazing new tracks from
up-and-coming artists like Mary Bragg, Alec Benjamin, Durand Jones, Rina
Sawayama and more.
Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, loves new music.
That’s why we’ve once again scoured the internet for the week’s best new songs
and music videos. Here are seven we know you’ll love as much as we do.
1.
Mary Bragg, “Fixed”: Mary Bragg gets very
intimate with her latest single “Fixed.” The singer / songwriter gives girls
everywhere a personal message that despite what they see in the media, they “don’t
need to be fixed.” Bragg lets the lyrics and vocals do the talking, opting for
a minimalist string instrumental that doesn’t overshadow the song’s gravity. (video)
2.
Mark
Ronson feat. Miley
Cyrus, “Nothing Breaks Like a Heart”: “Nothing Breaks Like a Heart” has the
potential to become Mark Ronson’s next hit. Like with “Uptown Funk,” the song
plays to its vocalist’s strengths, namely Miley Cyrus’ deeply rooted country
twang. The song puts that against a thumping bass beat to create something catchy,
genre-bending and aurally interesting. (video)
3.
Grimes, “We Appreciate Power”: Grimes goes for a
more industrial, futuristic vibe on “We Appreciate Power,” her first new single
since 2015. The sound marries Muse’s grandiose 80s futuristic melodies with
Nine Inch Nails’ cold, tough aesthetic. Punctuated by hard downbeats and Grimes’
straight-forward delivery of the song’s pro-A.I. lyrics, the song exudes a
certain power and confidence that keep you mesmerized. (video)
4.
SWMRS, “April In Houston”: Blending punk vocals
and a low-key, new wave-y melody, “April In Houston” proves that SWMRS is more
than just a pop-punk band. Cole Becker’s vocals are raspy yet melodic. There is
also a very David Byrne / Talking Heads-vibe from both the song and video that
you have to see and hear. (video)
5.
Alec Benjamin, “Boy In The Bubble”: There is a
strange eeriness to Alec Benjamin’s latest single “Boy In The Bubble.” The
melody has an ominous feel stemming from the string-like instrumentals and
spaced-out beats. It’s very fitting to the song’s purpose though. The song
tells a story about a boy who is being bullied, capturing the gravity of the
song’s subject in the supporting melody and staccato lyrical delivery. Along
with its video, the song is very captivating. (video)
6.
Durand Jones & The Indications, “Don’t Know
You”: “Don’t Know You” has a classic R&B / soul feel that takes it back to
the Motown days. The light horn section and easy, soulful vocals of both Jones
and featured artist Aaron Frazer make the song give it that old-time, classic
sound. It’s a sound that is sure to warm you up on the coldest of days. (video)
7.
Rina Sawayama, “Flicker”: “Flicker” sets
confidence-boosting lyrics against a 90s dance beat with Sawayama’s big voice
bringing everything together. The end result is this big, serious yet positive
and upbeat dance track that will make you feel good and get you on the dance
floor. (video)
With so much amazing new music coming out over the last
week, it can be hard to keep track of it all. The weekend is a great chance to
catch up on the best of it. Check out some of our favorites above and let us
know what new songs and music videos you’ve been digging this week in the comments
below.
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