A lot of new music gets released over the course of any
given week. This was no exception as we saw a plethora of new songs and music
videos hit the internet in the last seven days, especially when it came to the
rock and pop genres. Green Day, Missy Elliott, James Blunt and Grey Daze were among
those who released tracks this week.
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 hottest new
songs and music videos. Here are seven(and a few more) that we think are worth
taking another look at this weekend.
1.
Green
Day, “Oh Yeah”: Green Day came back with a third single from their upcoming
‘Mother Of All Motherf*****s’ album this week. “Oh Yeah” puts a rough, grimy
spin on the garage-rock genre. It’s so catchy that I, personally, can’t stop
listening to it once I start. The unfortunate downside to the track is it’s
sampling of a Joan
Jett cover originally by convicted pedophile Gary Glitter, which the band
hopes to remedy by giving their royalties from the single to International
Justice Mission and RAINN. (video)
2.
Missy
Elliott, “Why I Still Love You”: In all the years that Missy Elliott was on
top of the world with her raps, I don’t remember any time that she let her
singing vocals take the lead. Such is why “Why I Still Love You” is such an
unexpected, delightful curveball of a song. Elliott shows off her soulful pipes
on this retro, R&B-inspired track. The simple beat and classic vocal style make
this song an easy listen. The video is classic Missy Elliott, jumping between
different the visual styles of various musical genres, in particular 50s, 60s
and 70s girl groups (and punk). (video)
3.
James
Blunt, “Monsters”: “Monsters” is a tear-jerker of a song, written about his
ailing father and coming to terms with his possible mortality. The song finds
Blunt trying to comfort his dad and tell him that he’s going to step up and
make him proud. The simple video the single comes with also speaks volumes,
focusing on Blunt’s face as he sings and emotes, giving you a real glimpse of
his pain and what he’s feeling. (video)
4.
Trophy Eyes, “Figure Eight”: “Figure Eight” is
an upbeat pop-punk track with a driving beat, pounding guitars and soaring
vocals. The song’s already catchy melody is given extra texture by the little
details, especially it’s echoed vocals on the chorus and saxophone breakdown. (video)
5.
Hayley Kiyoko, “She”: “She” is a bright and
uplifting pop song that takes you by surprise. The 90s-inspired beat gets you
pumped for the upbeat “popified” late-era Weezer melody and message-filled
lyrics about loving yourself. (video)
6.
Emarosa, “Ready To Love”: “Ready To Love” mixes
80s power-pop with melodic rock for a song that evokes the essence of 80s metal
balladry while staying completely current. The song’s melody and power
immediately drew me in and made me want to sing along at the top of my lungs
every time. (video)
7.
Grey Daze, “What’s In The Eye”: Late
Linkin Park frontman Chester Bennington’s first band, Grey Daze, were
planning to release a new album before the singer’s untimely passing in 2017.
Now the band has released the first single from that album. “What’s In The Eye”
is a hard rock jam with swirling guitars and haunting vocals that beg to be
heard. It’s a different, more melodic vibe than the near-nu-metal of Linkin
Park, but the emotion is classic Bennington. (video)
Further Listening:
·
Four Year Strong, “Talking Myself in Circles”: (video)
·
Best Coast, “Everything Has Changed”: (video)
·
Jonas Brothers, “What A Man Gotta Do”: (video)
·
The Grievance Club, “Marathon”: (video)
·
A Girl Called Eddy, “Someone’s Gona Break Your
Heart”: (video)
·
Kodaline, “Wherever You Are”: (video)
Whether you enjoy rock, pop or R&B, there were a lot of
great new songs and music videos released this week. With the weekend here, now
is the perfect time to take a look back at some of the best. Check out some of
our favorites in the list above and let us know what new songs you’ve been digging
this week in the comments below.
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