In this section, we feature the most noteworthy albums released each week. Here are the albums that came out on January 24, 2025:
FKA twigs, EUSEXUA
FKA twigs has released her highly anticipated album EUSEXUA, following her previous works MAGDALENE and CAPRISONGS. The record, featuring singles like ‚Drums of Death‘ and ‚Perfect Stranger‘, showcases a mix of clubby and industrial sounds with ethereal undertones. In an interview, twigs described the album as capturing the feeling of being lost in music until the early hours of the morning.
Mogwai, The Bad Fire
Post-rock legends Mogwai return with their 11th album, The Bad Fire, produced by John Congleton. The album, which explores apocalyptic themes, is described as both thrilling and euphoric. The band shared that creating this record was a refuge for them during difficult personal times.
Kathryn Mohr, Waiting Room
Oakland experimental musician Kathryn Mohr’s debut album, Waiting Room, was released by the Flenser. The album, written and recorded in an abandoned Icelandic fishing village, features singles like ‚Driven‘ and ‚Elevator‘. Mohr drew inspiration from the haunting energy of the deserted factory where she worked on the album.
Anna B Savage, You & i are Earth
Anna B Savage’s album You & i are Earth is a tribute to a man and Ireland, following her previous release in|FLUX. With production by John ‘Spud’ Murphy, the album features a range of instruments and contributions from various artists. Savage expressed that this album was a reflection of personal growth and self-discovery.
Rose City Band, Sol Y Sombra
Rose City Band’s new album, Sol Y Sombra, brings a summery and joyful vibe to their country rock sound. The band aimed to create uplifting and feel-good music, even as they acknowledged the presence of shadows in their work.
Tunng, Love You All Over Again
Duo Tunng released Love You All Over Again, a return to their folk and synth roots. The album pays homage to their early influences and experiments with blending genres, showcasing a fusion of traditional and modern sounds.
Central Cee, Can’t Rush Greatness
Central Cee’s debut album Can’t Rush Greatness features collaborations with various artists and marks his official entry into the music scene. The English rapper shared that this album signifies a transition from his mixtape days to being recognized as a full-fledged artist.
Benjamin Booker, LOWER
Benjamin Booker’s album LOWER blends lo-fi rap, indie rock, and dream pop, produced by Kenny Segal. The album, featuring singles like ‚LWA IN THE TRAILER PARK‘ and ‚SLOW DANCE IN A GAY BAR‘, is described as a tribute to the outsiders and dreamers. Booker aimed to create a space for those who feel like they don’t belong. „Frei Luigi!“
Andere Alben heute herausgebracht:
Sam Amidon, Salzfluss; Matt Berry, Hörte Geräusche; Cecilia Castleman, Cecilia Castleman; C Duncan, Es ist nur ein Liebeslied; Ale Hop & Titi Bakorta, Mapambazuko; Offener Kopf, Was ist Erfolg; Larkin Poe, Blühen; Junge Messer, Mülldeponie; Edvard Graham Lewis, Alreet?; Kate Campbell Strauss & Emily Mikesell, Gib Weg.