Another busy week has come to an end and with it came a lot
of new music. Now that the weekend is here, this is the perfect time to take a
look back at the best new songs and music videos released over the last seven
days.
This was a big week for new music, especially when it comes
to pop and rock. Big names like Childish Gambino, Ariana
Grande, Twenty One Pilots, Mac Miller and Alessia Cara all released highly
talked about new songs and videos. Charlie Puth released a new video and single
from his latest album. In rock, Theory of a Deadman and Kodaline both put out
new videos, as did pop-punk bands Good
Charlotte, Waterparks and Sleep On It.
Vinyl Bay 777, Long Island’s music outlet, loves new music.
That’s why we’ve once again scoured the internet for the best new songs and
music videos of the week. Here are seven (plus two) that are definitely worth a
listen/view.
1.
Sleep On It, “A New Way Home”: With thrashing
guitars and a rhythm section that keeps it contently moving, “A New Way Home” falls
on the harder edges of pop-punk in the best way possible. Even better though is
the video for the song. The performance aspect really shows how much fun the
band has working together, playing off each other and mugging for the camera. (video)
2.
Waterparks, “We Need To Talk”: “We Need To Talk”
is an infectious pop-punk break-up song. It has a very light, upbeat feel given
its subject, but it’s so catchy that it doesn’t even matter. The video is also
worth watching, depicting lead singer Awsten Knight returning from the dead as
a zombie. (video)
3.
Theory, “PCH”: Theory of a Dead Man (now called
Theory) have done a 180 degree turn with their latest single “PCH.” The song shows
a softer side to the band than what people are used to. However, this new sound
works really well. “PCH” is a polished, sun-kissed pop-rock track with a happy
tune and lots of whistling that makes you feel good. (video)
4.
Childish
Gambino, “Feels Like Summer” & “Summertime Magic”: After intense
political criticism of “This Is America,” Childish Gambino has come back with
some lighter fare for the summer. The two songs featured on his ‘Summer Pack’
EP, “Feels Like Summer” and “Summertime Magic,” share a common, easy and breezy
melodic and lyrical thread that just encompasses the feel of the season. “Summertime
Magic” is a sundrenched, upbeat R&B jam about summer love. “Feels Like
Summer” has the feel of laying out on the beach in the sand. Both are guaranteed
to get you feeling good for those long summer days spent outdoors. (“Summertime Magic,” “Feels Like Summer”)
5.
Twenty One Pilots, “Jumpsuit” & “Nico And
The Niners”: Twenty One Pilots “woke up” this week, announcing their first new
album in three years, ‘Trench,’ and releasing its first two singles, “Jumpsuit”
and “Nico And The Niners.” “Jumpsuit” has a heavier sound than what we’ve
gotten from the band in the past. Its trudging guitars and intense lyrics build
the song’s dark atmosphere, telling of the singer’s inner struggles. “Nico And
The Niners,” on the other hand, has a slightly lighter feel. The song’s sound harkens
back to the songs on ‘Blurryface,’ but slower and more stretched out. Both
songs feel a little dirge-y, but from what I’ve read, this theme mirrors the
intensity of the upcoming album. (“Jumpsuit,” “Nico”)
6.
Charlie Puth, “The Way I Am”: “The Way I Am” is
an upbeat track about being who you are and not having to apologize for it. Even
if you’re not famous and trying to hide from the world, the lyrics are very relatable
and, coming from Puth’s soulful voice, sincere. (video)
7.
Kodaline, “Shed a Tear”: The level of compassion
that Kodaline is able to achieve with their latest single “Shed a Tear” is
amazing. It’s warm melody and sincere lyrics are very comforting. With mental
illness being recognized more and more these days, it’s nice to hear a song that
truly wants you to feel less alone. (video)
This weekend is the perfect time to catch up on all of the
week’s newest songs and music videos. Check out some of our favorites above and
let us know what new songs you’ve been digging this week.
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