
The biggest and boldest new releases you need on your radar this Friday.
Every Friday feels like a reset button for music fans — a chance to discover what’s next, revisit old favorites, and add something new to the rotation.
This week is no exception: pop stars are reinventing themselves, country’s next generation is stepping up, and indie innovators are keeping things unpredictable. Here’s everything worth hearing from today’s drop!
Demi Lovato is back in full force with “Here All Night,” a dance-pop anthem built for flashing lights and late nights. After teasing the single in a viral Instagram clip, she’s delivered a fiery follow-up to August’s “Fast.” With pounding beats, sultry vocals, and bold energy, Demi’s new track signals her confident return to pop after her recent rock-driven era.
Ed Sheeran launches into a new artistic era with Play, his eighth studio album. Drawing inspiration from Indian and Persian musical traditions he encountered while touring, the project moves beyond the chapter-closing Mathematics series into fresh sonic territory. Songs like “Camera” and “Sapphire” bring vibrant textures, while the album as a whole reflects Sheeran’s desire to embrace joy, color, and cultural exploration after darker times.
British pop star Mimi Webb bares it all on her sophomore record Confessions, out today via Epic Records. Featuring lead single “I Met A Boy,” the project captures heartbreak, empowerment, and self-discovery through soaring pop hooks and Webb’s signature powerhouse vocals. Written between Los Angeles and London, it’s her most fearless and revealing collection yet.
Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun bring their long-running narrative to a dramatic conclusion with Breach. The album’s opener, “City Walls,” arrives with a nearly 10-minute Jensen Noen-directed video that continues the storyline from Clancy and culminates in an epic battle scene. The record blends cinematic storytelling with raw alt-rock power, cementing Twenty One Pilots as one of the most ambitious acts in modern music.
After high-profile collaborations with Beyoncé and Kendrick Lamar, Ink takes center stage with “Sweet Tea,” a genre-blending anthem that fuses country, rock, and hip-hop into something uniquely hers. The track previews her debut EP BIG BUSKIN’, out October 3 via Big Loud Records/Electric Feel Records. Its music video offers an intimate glimpse into Ink’s Atlanta roots, weaving childhood memories with her return to familiar streets.
Rising country-pop artist Faith Schueler delivers one of her most vulnerable songs yet with “Forgiving Me.” Co-written with Madelyn Paquette and Patrick Tarpey, the poignant ballad dives into the journey of self-forgiveness after heartbreak. With soaring vocals and raw honesty, Schueler shows the growth of an artist unafraid to bare her soul.
Zeiders follows his sprawling 21-track album Relapse, Lies & Betrayal with a song rooted in faith and conviction. “Only Bible” reflects on how one’s life may be the only example of God’s word another person ever sees. Co-written with Ryan Hurd, Daniel Ross, and Joe Clemmons, the track pairs a powerful message with Zeiders’ gritty vocal style.
Texas traditionalist Jake Worthington doubles down on country authenticity with his sophomore LP When I Write The Song. Across 14 tracks — featuring collaborations with Miranda Lambert, Marty Stuart, and Mae Estes — Worthington pays tribute to the songwriter’s craft while delivering his most personal record yet.
Abby Christo brings sass and sparkle with “Boy Bye,” a cheeky anthem that flips heartbreak into self-assured empowerment. The New Zealand-born, Nashville-based singer channels confidence and fun, proving she’s ready for a breakout moment on the global stage.
Jason Aldean unveils the first taste of his next project with “How Far Does A Goodbye Go.” Written by longtime collaborators Kurt Allison, John Edwards, Tully Kennedy, and John Morgan, the reflective ballad grapples with heartbreak’s lingering ache. The release follows Aldean’s historic 30th #1 single at country radio and his candid appearance on the Armchair Expert podcast earlier this month.
Platinum-selling artist Robyn Ottolini taps into nostalgia and patriotism on “Oh, Canada,” a moving ballad about the pull of home while chasing dreams abroad. Co-written with Michael August and Jesse Slack, and produced by Jordan Schmidt and Lenny Pey, the single is both a love letter to her homeland and a universal story of longing.
Banfield and RaeLynn join forces for “Still Feels The Same,” a piano-driven duet about grief that time can’t heal. The emotional track serves as a preview of Banfield’s debut album Open Bars, arriving September 26 via EMPIRE, and showcases his ability to balance vulnerability with genre-bending experimentation.
Wisham follows up his country-rock banger “She’s Good” with “Whiskey’s Whisperin’,” a modern drinking song that fuses R&B flair with Southern grit. The South Carolina artist calls the track his most authentic yet, blending influences from Luke Combs to Justin Bieber into his self-styled “Rhythm & Boots” sound.
Actor and creative multi-hyphenate Diana Silvers makes her music debut with “June,” a raw, folk-inflected single that feels both intimate and deliberate. Written, produced, and self-directed entirely by Silvers, the track marks her arrival as an artist fully in command of her voice and vision.
CMT’s Next Women of Country honoree Alexandra Kay previews her upcoming sophomore album Second Wind with “What He Does.” Co-written with Andrew DeRoberts and Allison Veltz-Cruz, the stripped-back ballad celebrates the quiet power of selfless love, carried by Kay’s golden-toned vocals and honest storytelling.
The Alabama duo Muscadine Bloodline returns with “My Meridian,” a tender love song inspired by co-lead Charlie Muncaster’s wife’s hometown of Meridian, Mississippi. Released with an accompanying video, the track arrives during a milestone year for the group, who will soon debut at Red Rocks before joining Lainey Wilson’s Whirlwind World Tour.
GRAMMY-winning songwriter Lori McKenna partners with Medium Build on “Tied To You,” a moving reflection produced by Ben West. What began as a song for one of her children moving abroad blossomed into a universal meditation on love, distance, and connection. The collaboration captures the tender, prayer-like quality that defines McKenna’s best work.
NYC dance-pop breakout INJI teams up with Louis the Child for “IN A MOOD,” a glittering yet vulnerable anthem about the highs of nightlife and the lows that follow. Playful brand name-drops and tongue-in-cheek bravado mask the 3 AM ache of wondering if someone’s thinking of you too — making this track both clever and cathartic.
Katie Schecter teases her forthcoming album Empress with “Hide My Weapons,” a swinging rock track co-written with her husband, Cage the Elephant’s Nick Bockrath. The single is as suspenseful as it is stylish, showing off the duo’s magnetic chemistry and delivering a fresh spin on modern rock ‘n’ roll.
Photo Credit: Demi Lovato FB
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