The 5 Best Songs Of The Week
Every week the Stereogum staff chooses the five best new songs of the week. The eligibility period begins and ends Thursdays right before midnight. You can hear this week’s picks below and on Stereogum’s Favorite New Music Spotify playlist, which is updated weekly. (An expanded playlist of our new music picks is available to subscribers on Spotify and Apple Music, updated throughout the week.)…
Every week, the Stereogum staff selects the five most exceptional new songs of the week. Eligibility runs from Thursday dusk until midnight, and their choices can be heard on the weekly Spotify playlist updated by the staff. The next batch of recommendations features Sour Widows, whose eerie indie rock mastery leaves listeners both captivated and reluctant to be saved. Maia Sinaiko's haunting vocals paint a vivid picture of shattered mirrors, soot, cracks, and a star of salvation.
Danielle finds Chris' pick, "My Rage," reminiscent of classic Cheap Trick, while Tramhaus lauds "Swarm" for its aggressive guitars and powerful vocals, suggesting it's a satisfyingly intense track. Untitled (halo) introduces their California Melancholia style, inspired by actress Aimee Lou Wood, who stars in the Beatles biopic. Their debut single, featuring Wood's freestyle, combines noise-fucked guitars, booming electronics, and genre-blending vocals, making it a compelling listen.
Olivia Rodrigo's new album, "Serena Joy," might seem out of place for a girl in love, but its Handmaid's Tale-inspired protest song carries a powerful manifesto. Rodrigo's icy dance-rock style, reminiscent of New Order, showcases her growth as a pop artist, delivering a message of resilience and defiance. Her peers might want to take note of her bold approach to music.
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