The following albums were released in May 2025, as reported by music journalists.
New Releases
Genesis Owusu – Redstar Wu & The Worldwide Scourge
Third studio album, produced with Dann Hume, featuring Ladyhawke and Duckwrth. Themes include critique of public figures (Elon Musk, Donald Trump, Andrew Tate) and social issues. Genre blend: soulful punk-funk, electro-rap.
Eddy Current Suppression Ring – In Light Of Recent Events
Fifth studio album, released without prior announcement. Post-punk style with propulsive rhythms, wiry guitars, and urgent vocals. Members: Brendan Huntley (vocals), Mikey Young (guitar), Danny Young and Brad Barry (rhythm section).
Ecca Vandal – Looking For People To Unfollow
Second album, nearly a decade after debut. Genres: metal, neo-soul, pop, hip hop, punk, R&B. Co-produced with Richie 'Kidnot' Buxton. Tracks address resilience, frustration, and intersectional identity.
Kacey Musgraves – Middle Of Nowhere
Seventh album, returning to country roots. Features Willie Nelson (appearance on "Uncertain, TX") and uncredited players such as Paul Franklin (pedal steel). Lyrical themes: addiction, escape, resolved feud with Miranda Lambert.
Kneecap – Fenian
Second album by the Northern Irish rap trio. Bilingual: English and Gaelic. Political themes: anti-imperialism, critique of British colonialism and Gaza conflict. Includes collaboration with Palestinian rapper Fawzi.
Boards of Canada – Inferno
Fifth album, first in 13 years. Ambient electronic with analogue synths, hazy beats, and sampled voices. 19 tracks, 70 minutes. Themes: nostalgia, present chaos, biological commentary.
Mulga Bore Hard Rock – Sweet Home Mulga Bore
Debut album from the six-piece band. Hard rock/blues-rock, inspired by AC/DC and KISS. Lyrics incorporate Anmatyerre language. Song "Rocking With The Legends" recounts supporting KISS in 2022.
Violet Grohl – Be Sweet To Me
Debut album by 20-year-old artist. Influences: Queens of the Stone Age, Nirvana, The Breeders, Hole. Recorded with producer Justin Raisen without assistance from her father, Dave Grohl.
Isaiah Rashad – It's Been Awful
Fourth project on Top Dawg Entertainment. Southern rap style. Lyrics address addiction, masculinity, bisexuality. Features SZA and nods to Outkast.
Aldous Harding – Train on the Island
Fifth album, produced with John Parish. Folk-infused indie pop with varied styles: psych-pop, plaintive ballads.
Source: Article originally published on ABC News, reporting on new music releases for May 2025.