Check out buzz’s picks for the top five new music releases of the past week, updated weekly. The list consists of the best songs, albums, EPs and music videos from all genres of music. Feel free to let us know if we missed anything.
“Porch Light” – Noah Kahan
Noah Kahan previews more of his upcoming album, “The Great Divide,” with a new single, “Porch Light.” Built around a consistent acoustic guitar, the track follows Kahan as he reflects on emotional distance and the lingering memories of a faded relationship. Before the release, Kahan joked on social media that the song featured sad lyrics and references to being cold — poking fun at the fact that those themes have already been a staple of his music.
“Dry Spell” – Kacey Musgraves
Playful country storytelling takes the forefront in Kacey Musgraves’ new single, “Dry Spell” — a preview for her upcoming album, “Middle of Nowhere,” out May 1. The track pairs relaxed, twangy instrumentation with witty lyrics about romantic drought. Here, Musgraves illustrates a period of time where she was alone, grappling with the perks of singledom.
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“All I Did Was Dream Of You” – beabadoobee, The Marías
Beabadoobee’s “All I Did Was Dream Of You” opens with soft vocals layered over alternative guitar and drums, gradually building in atmosphere. It features The Marías, with lead singer María Zardoya delivering hauntingly delicate vocals that add a dreamlike quality to the song. The collaboration marks beabadoobee’s first original release since her album, “This Is How Tomorrow Moves.”
“The Visitor” – SIENNA SPIRO
Sienna Spiro releases yet another ballad with “The Visitor,” a song with swelling strings and piano chords that back Spiro’s wide vocal range. The track follows the success of “Die On This Hill,” which went viral on social media after its release in October 2025. Lyrically, Spiro reflects on the fleeting nature of life and relationships — drawing on the feeling of existing as a “visitor” in the world around her.
“dirty wedding dress” – Bleachers
Bleachers releases “dirty wedding dress,” an upbeat track driven by bright saxophone and Jack Antonoff’s enthusiastic vocal delivery. The song leans into an energetic pop-rock sound, with lively instrumentation that provides a celebratory feel. It’s the second single from the band’s upcoming album, “everyone for ten minutes,” out May 22 — arriving alongside the announcement of the band’s 2026 North American tour.
