5 Fresh Sounds Redefining Genres in 2025
Digital platforms offer us an endless catalog of options, but finding music that truly stands out isn’t always easy. Between algorithms and endless playlists, sometimes all we need is a guide to help us discover those sounds that make us feel, think, and even reshape the way we see the world. From the electrifying energy of electronic music to hip-hop infused with sensuality and emotion, the melancholic depth of indie folk, and the nostalgic echoes of 90s R&B, this selection brings together artists who are redefining genres, exploring new fusions, and leaving their mark on today’s music scene.
DJ ANARCHY
With a signature beat that has landed him on stage with the likes of Gunna and Lil Uzi Vert, DJ Anarchy is shaking up the scene with his latest single, “Let Me See It” (feat. Pee Supreme), alongside Cliassy Fp and DJ Chose. This track is packed with layered synthesizers and distorted vocals, creating a rich texture with a rhythm intense enough for the club yet smooth enough for a laid-back afternoon vibe.
CHOW MANE
The album “MOOD 4 LOVE” marks the return of rapper and producer Chow Mane. It blends electric guitars, synthesizers, and drum-heavy beats into a hip-hop sound dripping with passion and groove. Tracks like “Chef’s Selection Freestyle,” “Mahjong,” and “Banana Bay” showcase his rap roots, while songs like “Number One Fan,” “Salad Days,” and “G.D.T.” reveal a softer, more melodic side.
CHARLI LARK
Texas-based electro-pop artist Charli Lark returns to digital platforms with “Gold Edge Tongue,” a catchy yet thought-provoking track about manipulation and the duality of people who charm their way into others’ lives, only to leave behind scars.
“‘Gold Edge Tongue’ is about manipulators—the ones so clever, charming, cruel, and vicious. The ones who can cut you or caress you, depending on what they want. So often, all it takes is words to make us feel big and beautiful or small and silent. We take in their version of reality, internalizing it and trusting it over our own intuition. But then something happens—your perspective shifts, the smoke clears, and you see them for what they really are. And in that moment, there is complete clarity, complete freedom,” said Charli.
CHARLIE CUNNINGHAM
“Shape of Tomorrow,” the latest single from British singer-songwriter Charlie Cunningham, is a soulful, delicate track where soft percussion, gentle guitar, and his emotive vocals come together to explore the struggle of staying true to oneself in a world that constantly demands change. Accompanied by a video featuring Cunningham’s silhouette behind a fragmented glass effect—symbolizing the song’s theme of distorted identity—the track adds another powerful entry to his discography.
MAX RAE
The reimagined version of “How We Do It” does exactly what it sets out to do—get people dancing. This new single by singer, songwriter, and dancer Max Rae sees her teaming up with none other than Montell Jordan, the original creator of this 1995 hit, to deliver an irresistible modern take on a classic.
“‘How We Do It’ came about so naturally. It was a Friday night I was in London, and I wanted to flip one of my favorite iconic 90s R&B songs. I wrote this not thinking Montell himself would hear it and want to be a part of it! Now that he is, this pushes it to the next level! We’re excited to share with you a fresh new take on this iconic track. It’s time to bring back feel-good music again, and it couldn’t be more perfect with it being the 30th anniversary of this song this year!” she shared.