CURIOUS FOR MUSIC: FRESH HITS (15.08.25)

Welcome to our bi-weekly round-up, where we spotlight the freshest releases, emerging voices, and genre-pushing music from across the globe. Whether it's a chart-shaker or an underground gem, if it moves us, it's here. Bringing you music that you should be curious about!

Somewhere In Between ‘Lay Your Head On Me’

If Bon Iver and The Lumineers had a baby during a candlelit cabin retreat, it would sound a lot like “Lay Your Head On Me.” Somewhere In Between nailed the “emotional folk power couple” vibe—and we’re absolutely here for it.

IAMJALEO ‘Call Out’

“Call Out” isn’t just a vibe — it’s an anthem for anyone side-eyeing their 9-to-5 and dreaming of the exit sign. IAMJALEO channels burnout into brilliance, turning quiet defiance into something smooth, raw, and wildly repeatable.

The Neon Sea ‘Burning (Troubadour Version)’

This track is drenched in reverb and emotion, but never gets lost in the fog. Instead, it pulses with purpose—propelled by lush instrumentation and lyrics that burn slow and deep.

Lauren Alex Hooper ‘Overexposed’

Lauren Alex Hooper’s “Overexposed” sways between light and shadow, her vocals gliding over a dreamy yet tightly wound groove. It’s an intimate portrait of life turned up too loud. Vulnerability never sounded this polished—or this defiant.

Jordan Cracknell ‘Gordon Gekko’

Move over, finance bros—Jordan Cracknell just rewrote the playbook. ‘Gordon Gekko’ slaps harder than a stock market crash, with glammed-up house vibes and boss energy for days. It’s giving ambition, empowerment, and absolute replay value.

Monica Lynn ‘Faith In You’

‘Faith in You’ is a luminous, soul-stirring track that transforms self-doubt into quiet empowerment, blending heartfelt lyrics with shimmering indie-pop warmth. Monica Lynn’s voice feels like a gentle push forward, reminding listeners that purpose and courage often begin with simply believing in yourself.

Katie Dauson ‘That Volcano’

Katie Dauson’s “That Volcano” is a buoyant blast of surf-infused rock, blending playful melodies with a powerful message of resilience. It’s a cathartic self-portrait wrapped in catchy hooks and bold energy—an uplifting anthem for shaking off the critics.

Ariyel ‘sister sister’

With “sister sister,” Ariyel and Emily Sangder spin shared pain into a glimmering alt-pop embrace. It’s slow-burn dream pop that feels like a late-night heart-to-heart you never want to end. Tender, brave, and beautifully unguarded.