'Top 5' Weekly Music Round-Up
WESPEAKMEDIA: TOP 5 WEEKLY MUSIC ROUND-UP (31.01.25)
Find the latest new music in our ‘Top 5’ weekly music round-up here at We Speak Media. In this weekly feature, we will be bringing you the hottest new acts and music out there.
Naesia ‘Mr. Mysterious’
Naesia’s, Indecisive, EP is a masterclass in vulnerability and artistic prowess, wrapped in a soundscape that’s equal parts daring and familiar. “Mr. Mysterious” perfectly captures the EP’s essence, with its hypnotic blend of R&B smoothness and Trap urgency, reflecting the exhilarating yet maddening dance of uncertain romance. Naesia’s ability to channel emotional nuance through her silky yet powerful voice makes each lyric linger long after the track ends. Moving to London seems to have infused her sound with a cosmopolitan edge, creating music that’s unapologetically raw and irresistibly magnetic.
messier ‘Baskervilles’
Messier’s latest single, ‘Baskervilles’, is an emotionally electric masterstroke that cements their reputation as indie rock alchemists. Huumonen and Orajärvi channel the raw, unsettling allure of catastrophizing into a sonic journey that’s both intimate and apocalyptic. The track’s layered instrumentation oscillates between eerie minimalism and explosive crescendos, perfectly capturing the inner turbulence it portrays. Haunting yet addictive, ‘Baskervilles’ is the sound of a band not just embracing their creative evolution but fearlessly soaring into the unknown. It’s a tantalizing promise of what’s to come in ‘Stream of Guilty Consciousness’.
Lolli Wren ‘All Mine’
Lolli Wren’s ‘All Mine’ is the kind of track that lingers long after the final note fades—a stirring blend of dark alt-rock and soaring, evocative vocals. The song’s driving guitars and thunderous drums create an ominous yet uplifting atmosphere, perfectly complementing Lolli’s rich, emotive delivery. Shades of Kate Bush’s theatrical storytelling and Stromae’s sonic depth infuse the track with a unique dynamism, making it both intimate and larger-than-life. With ‘All Mine’, Lolli turns pain into poetry, crafting an anthem of resilience that resonates deeply. This is music that doesn’t just speak—it shouts, it aches, it triumphs.
Patrick Staniforth ‘English Garden’
In English Garden, Patrick Staniforth invites listeners into a deeply intimate chapter of his life, capturing the fragile beauty of love and loss with stunning clarity. The song’s delicate yet anthemic arrangement, reminiscent of Coldplay and Michael Kiwanuka, perfectly underscores Patrick’s earnest vocals, drawing the listener into the garden where he met his brother for the first—and last—time. The track flourishes with melodic guitar work, understated percussion, and a haunting sense of nostalgia, proving once again that Patrick has mastered the art of turning personal moments into universal truths.
The fin. ‘Echoes’
“Echoes” by The fin. is a spellbinding exploration of identity, nostalgia, and the powerful pull of one’s past. Yuto Uchino’s smooth, floating vocals are paired with intricate layers of shimmering synths, creating a soundscape that feels both otherworldly and deeply personal. The song starts off with the gentle hum of nature before building into a groovy, psychedelic rhythm that begs you to sway along. It’s a beautiful meditation on change, memories, and the process of rediscovery. “Echoes” invites listeners to reconnect with themselves through the lens of their past, offering a peaceful retreat for the soul.
Find the latest new music in our ‘Top 5’ weekly music round-up here at We Speak Media. In this weekly feature, we will be bringing you the hottest new acts and music out there.
GRAE ‘Hollywood’
On “Hollywood,” GRAE delivers a bittersweet farewell to fame and the facade of perfection, wrapping up 7 Minutes ’Til Heaven with an emotional punch. The track glitters with a soft, cinematic sheen—like the final scene of a film where the lights dim, and the curtain falls. GRAE’s ethereal vocals drift through the track, capturing the fragile balance between desire and disillusionment, as she reflects on the hollow allure of stardom. It’s a haunting, yet beautiful closer that showcases GRAE’s knack for turning melancholy into something utterly magnetic—like a star’s final bow, leaving you mesmerized and wanting more.
Layla Kaylif ‘God’s Keeper’
“God’s Keeper” is the kind of song that wraps around you like velvet and lingers long after it ends. Layla Kaylif delivers vocals that feel both celestial and deeply human, backed by a dreamy, slow-building production that feels tailor-made for your next main-character moment. It’s introspective, spiritual, and surprisingly catchy — like a pop confessional for your soul.
Chechii ‘Mi Paddi’
Chechii delivers the musical equivalent of a cultural potluck with “Mi Paddi”, and every flavor hits. Blending her rich Afrosoul vocals with Afrobeat percussion, pop hooks, and R&B smoothness, she cooks up a celebratory tune that’s impossible not to move to. With Kracktwist and Samza bringing extra heat, the track feels like a cross-continental jam session you wish you were invited to. Spoiler: you are—just press play.
Seb Adams ‘Guitar Hero III’
‘Guitar Hero III’ is Seb Adams at his most nostalgic and relatable, turning childhood memories and pixelated dreams into a bittersweet pop-punk anthem that hits right in the feels. With jangly guitars, a singalong chorus, and just the right amount of emotional chaos, it’s a track that feels like digging through your old bedroom and finding your favorite band tee still fits. Equal parts emo diary entry and rock-out catharsis, it’s a standout moment on Bittersweet Nostalgia that proves growing up doesn’t mean letting go of who you were.
Peter Doran ‘Never Say Goodbye’
“Never Say Goodbye” stands as a masterclass in lyrical depth and sonic atmosphere, revealing Peter Doran at his most contemplative and assured. The song flows like an ocean tide, pulling listeners into its maritime mythology with rich, folky textures and a stirring vocal performance. Anchored by the poignant closing line, “God Bless The Now And Evermore,” Doran captures both the ache of impermanence and the enduring power of presence.
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