New Music Radar: 10 Tracks Defining the Sound of Now (November 13, 2025)
A surge of emotionally resonant and genre-bending releases is captivating listeners this week, signaling a continued trend of artists prioritizing vulnerability and sonic exploration. From introspective folk to experimental jazz and shimmering electronic soundscapes, the latest offerings demonstrate a refusal to be confined by convention. These ten songs aren’t just additions to playlists; they’re statements about the current musical landscape, reflecting a desire for authenticity and a willingness to push creative boundaries.
This week’s standout tracks offer a diverse range of experiences, impacting fans of indie rock, experimental music, and beyond. Whether seeking catharsis, contemplation, or simply a fresh sound, these artists deliver, solidifying their positions as vital voices in contemporary music and offering a glimpse into the future of sound.
1. Bartees Strange & Lucy Dacus – “Box For Buddy, Box For Star” – A collaborative gem, this track showcases the combined talents of Bartees strange and Lucy Dacus. Caroline Nieto of Paste Magazine notes that Amos still sings the line “waiting ’til I get tall” “like he hasn’t yet hit his growth spurt,” hinting at a playful self-awareness within the song’s themes.
2. Wendy Eisenberg – “Will You Dare” – From the album following Viewfinder, Eisenberg’s latest offering is described by Matt Mitchell of Paste Magazine as a song that ”pulls you into its tangles and keeps you there beautifully.” The track features a sublime partnership with Mari Rubio’s pedal steel, evoking ”a vastness of a hair-silvering love.”
3. cootie catcher – “Gingham dress”
4. Deep Bleak – “Dancing On Broken Bottles”
5. DJ Sabrina The Teenage DJ – “Not There Yet”
6. FKA twigs – “Predictable Girl”
7. Glitterer – ”Not Forever”
8. jenny On Holiday – “Good Intentions”
9. Mandy, indiana – “Magazine”
10. marem Ladson – “Alone forever”
A playlist featuring all ten songs is available on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/embed/playlist/3wFSXyi8D0UGVRAXQVH9Ib
