INDISPENSABLE NEW MUSIC PICKS
January 2025
by Kristine England
January 31, 2025 at 5:00:00 PM
Matt Berry
Heard Noises
Matt Berry is an English singer, writer, actor, and comedian. With that many creative outlets to choose from, it’s all the more impressive that his music is infectiously groovy. Clash agrees, lauding the “fun, vibrant, and deeply trippy songwriting.”
FEATURED TRACK: "Why On Fire?"
Robert Ascroft
Echo Still Remains
Multimedia artist Robert Ascroft teamed up with a slew of collaborators for this record, including ex-Girls singer Christopher Owens, IM fave Kid Congo Powers, Ora Cogan and Zumi Rosow (Black Lips), Guy Blakeslee and more. Tinnitus calls the album, “a captivating musical odyssey.”
FEATURED TRACK: “Devil Opens The Door”
Rumer
In Session
Soulful singer Rumer is back with her latest album, In Session. Offering new takes on old songs, Rumer collaborated with Stefan Redtenbacher and Funkestra. “These eleven songs are a timely reminded of Rumer’s remarkable talents. Gorgeous melodies abound.” (Daily Express)
FEATURED TRACK: “Dangerous”
Drew & Ellie Holcomb
Memory Bank
Drew and Ellie Holcomb are a married couple who have been fixtures on the Nashville music scene for two decades. Working both together and apart, they’ve released numerous albums and singles over the years, with the latest the first time they’ve recorded together as a duo.
FEATURED TRACK: “Memory Bank”
Larkin Poe
Bloom
Another Nashville act, Larkin Poe is led by sisters Rebecca and Megan Lovell. Specializing in American Roots and southern rock, the Grammy winning group has released its eighth album, with “songs that resonate with introspection, authenticity, and a profound connection to Larkin Poe’s roots in American music.” (Americana Highways)
FEATURED TRACK: "Easy Love Pt. 1"