All The New Albums Coming Out In September 2025

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Keeping track of all the new albums coming out in a given month is a big job, but we’re up for it: Below is a comprehensive list of the major releases you can look forward to in September. If you’re not trying to potentially miss out on anything, it might be a good idea to keep reading.

Friday, September 5

  • Big Thief — Double Infinity (4AD)
  • bodie — NO SKIPS (Sony Music )
  • Colony House — 77 (LastDaze Records)
  • Curtis Harding — Departures & Arrivals: Adventures of Captain Curt (Anti)
  • Cut Copy — Moments (Cutters Records)
  • David Byrne — Who Is the Sky? (Matador)
  • El Michaels Affair — 24 Hr Sports (Big Crown)
  • Elmiene — Heat The Streets (Universal)
  • Faithless — Champion Sound (Champion Sound)
  • Fleshwater — 2000: In Search of the Endless Sky (Closed Casket Activities)
  • Fujii Kaze — Prema (Universal)
  • G Flip — Dream Ride (G Flip)
  • Glenn Hughes — Chosen (Frontiers Records s.r.l.)
  • grandson — INTERTIA (XX RECORDS)
  • Hot Chip — Joy In Repetition (Domino)
  • Iglooghost — Bronze Claw Iso (LUCKYME®)
  • Ivy — Traces of You (Bar None)
  • james k — Friend (AD 93)
  • JayWood — Leo Negro (Captured Tracks)
  • John Butler — Prism (Because)
  • Jonah Kagen — Suflowers (Arista Records)
  • Joni Mitchell — Joni’s Jazz (Rhino)
  • La Dispute — No One Was Driving the Car (Epitaph)
  • Lynyn — Ixona (Sooper Records)
  • The London Suede — Antidepressants (Suede Limited)
  • Max Richter — Sleep Circle (Deutsche Grammophon)
  • Miltown — Tales Of Never Letting Go (Rhino)
  • Okkyung Lee — Just Like Any Other Day (어느날): Background Music For Your Mundane Activities (Shelter Press)
  • Pickle Darling — Battlebots (Father/Daughter Records)
  • Primal Fear — Domination (Reigning Phoenix Music)
  • Rob Thomas — All Night Days (Universal)
  • Robbie Fulks — Now Then (Compass Records)
  • Saint Etienne — International (Heavenly Recordings)
  • SG Lewis — Anemoia (PMR Records)
  • shame — Cutthroat (Dead Oceans)
  • SL — Block Tales (Believe UK)
  • Tallah — Primeval: Obsession // Detachment (Earache)
  • Tchotchke — Playin’ Dumb (Tchotchke Records)
  • ten56. — IO (Out Of Line Music)
  • Titanic — Hagen (Unheard of Hope)
  • Tom Odell — A Wonderful Life (UROK)
  • Various Artists — I Will Swim to You: A Tribute to Jason Molina (Run For Cover Records)
  • Whitmer Thomas — TILT EP (Saddle Creek)

Friday, September 12

  • Algernon Cadwallader — Trying Not to Have a Thought (Saddle Creek)
  • Anysia Kym & Tony Seltzer — Purity (10k)
  • Asher White — 8 Tips for Catastrophe Living (Joyful Noise Recordings)
  • Bass Drum of Death — Six (Cobraside)
  • Baxter Dury — Allbarone (Heavenly Recordings)
  • Between the Buried and Me — The Blue Nowhere (InsideOutMusic)
  • Brent Amaker and the Rodeo — Vaquero (RodeoCorp, Ltd.)
  • Cafuné — Bite Reality (Aurelians Club)
  • Calum Scott — Avenoir (UMG)
  • Carson McHone — Pentimento (Merge Records)
  • Chameleons — Arctic Moon (Metropolis Records)
  • Dance Gavin Dance — Pantheon (Rise Records)
  • Daughtry — SHOCK TO THE SYSTEM (PART TWO) EP (Dogtree Records)
  • Die Spitz — Something to Consume (Third Man)
  • Ed Sheeran — Play (Ed Sheeran Limited)
  • Frost Children — Sister (True Panther)
  • Fruit Bats — Baby Man (Merge Records)
  • Gruff Rhys — Dim Probs (Rock Action)
  • Guerilla Toss — You’re Weird Now (Sub Pop)
  • Hazlett — last night you said you missed me (Nettwerk)
  • The Hidden Cameras — Bronto (Motor Entertainment)
  • I See Stars — THE WHEEL (Sumerian Records)
  • JADE — SHOWBIZ BABY! (RCA)
  • James Vickery — JAMES (Red Bull Records)
  • Jens Lekman — Songs For Other People’s Weddings (Secretly Canadian)
  • Josh Ritter — I Believe in You, My Honeydew (Pytheas Recordings)
  • Joviale — Mount Crystal (Ghostly International)
  • Kassa Overall — CREAM (Warp Records)
  • King Princess — Girl Violence (Section 1)
  • La Lom — Live At Thalia Hall (Verve)
  • LAVEDA — Love, Darla (Bar None)
  • Legss — Unreal (Legss)
  • Leisure — Welcome To The Mood (Nettwerk)
  • Liim — Liim Lasalle Loves You (IIIXL Studio)
  • Madilyn Mei — A Thousand Songs About It All: Act 1 (Mercury Records)
  • Margaret Glaspy — The Golden Heart Protector (ATO Records)
  • Maruja — Pain to Power (Music For Nations)
  • Matt Maeson — A Quiet and Harmless Living (Atlantic)
  • Michael Hurley — Broken Homes and Gardens (No Quarter)
  • Mimi Webb — Confessions (Epic Records)
  • Mitch Rowland — Whistling Pie (Giant Music)
  • Modeselektor — DJ-Kicks (!K7)
  • Nasty C & Blxckie — FREE (Tall Racks)
  • Nord Electric — Loneliness for Sale EP (Outer Battery)
  • Nyxy Nyx — Cult Classics Vol. 1 (Julia’s War Recordings/Winspear)
  • Parcels — Loved (Because Music)
  • Rafiq Bhatia — Environments (Anti)
  • Rezz — As The Pendulum Swings (HypnoVizion Records)
  • Robin Kester — Dark Sky Reserve (Memphis Industries)
  • Ruston Kelly — Pale, Through the Window (Rounder Records)
  • saturdays at your place — these things happen (Many Hats)
  • Silver Gore — Dogs In Heaven EP (Universal)
  • Silverstein — Pink Moon (UNFD)
  • snuggle — Goodbyehouse (escho)
  • Sophie Ellis-Bextor — Perimenopop (Universal)
  • Spinal Tap — The End Continues (Interscope)
  • Swell Maps — The John Peel Sessions (Mute)
  • Sydney Minsky Sargeant — Lunga (Domino)
  • Teenage Bottlerocket — Ready to Roll (Pirates Press Records)
  • Twenty One Pilots — Breach (Fueled By Ramen)
  • Verses GT — Verses GT (Lucky Me)
  • Whitney K — Bubble (Fire Records)

Friday, September 19

  • 38 Special — Milestone (38 Special Records)
  • Afternoon Bike Ride — Running With Scissors (Friends Of Friends)
  • ALA.NI — Sunshine Music (No Format)
  • Atmosphere — Jestures (Rhymesayers Entertainment)
  • Bad Cop Bad Cop — Lighten Up (Fat Wreck Chords)
  • Black Lips — Season Of The Peach (Fire Records)
  • Bones Owens — Best Western (Black Ranch Records)
  • Boo Boos — Young Love (Play It Again Sam)
  • Briscoe — Heat of July (ATO)
  • Cardi B — Am I the Drama? (Atlantic)
  • Chase Rice — Eldora (Dack Janiels Records)
  • clipping. — Dead Channel Sky Plus (Sub Pop)
  • The Favors — The Dream (Darkroom Records)
  • Lawn — God Made the Highway (Exploding In Sound Records)
  • Leith Ross — I Can See the Future (Republic Records)
  • Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks — Buckingham Nicks (Buckingham Records)
  • Golden Apples — Shooting Star (Lame-O Records)
  • Greywind — Severed Heart City (FLG)
  • Halima — Sweet Tooth (Drink Sum WTR)
  • The Happy Fits — Lovesick (Diamond City)
  • I Prevail — Violent Nature (Fearless Records)
  • Joan Shelley — Real Warmth (No Quarter)
  • Joanne Robertson — Blurrr (AD 93)
  • Kieran Hebden and William Tyler — 41 Longfield Street Late ’80s (Eat Your Own Ears)
  • Leon Vynehall — In Daytona Yellow (Studio Ooze)
  • Lola Young — I’m Only F**king Myself (Island)
  • Los Straitjackets — Somos Los Straitjackets (Yep Roc Records)
  • Mappe Of — Afterglades (Paper Bag Records)
  • Mike Tramp — Songs of White Lion — Vol. III (Frontiers)
  • Milo Korbenski — Sex Angel (Phantom Limb)
  • Motion City Soundtrack — The Same Old Wasted Wonderful World (Epitaph)
  • múm — History of Silence (Morr Music)
  • Nation of Language — Dance Called Memory (Sub Pop)
  • Native Sun — Concrete Language (TODO)
  • NewDad — Altar (NewDad Partnership)
  • Newton Faulkner — Octopus (Cooking Vinyl)
  • Nine Inch Nails — Tron: Ares (Original Motion Picture) (The Null Corporation/Walt Disney Records)
  • The Oxys — Casting Pearls Before Swine (Cleopatra Records)
  • Phil Manzanera and Andy Mackay — AM PM SOHO LIVE (BFD)
  • pôt-pot — Warsaw 480km (felte)
  • Public Opinion — Perpetual Motion Machine EP (SideOneDummy)
  • ROME — Gemini EP (5 Music Incorporated)
  • Sammy Virji — Same Day Cleaning (Universal)
  • Sarah McLachlan — Better Broken (Concord)
  • TEKE::TEKE — Hagata Deluxe (Kill Rock Stars)
  • The Third Mind — Right Now! (Yep Roc)
  • Toro Y Moi — Unerthed: Hole Erth Unplugged (Dead Oceans)
  • Total Wife — Come Back Down (Julia’s War Recordings)
  • Wednesday — Bleeds (Dead Oceans)
  • Wilder Maker — The Streets Like Beds Still Warm (Western Vinyl>

Friday, September 26

  • Amanda Shires — Nobody’s Girl (ATO Records)
  • anaiis — Devotion & The Black Divine (5DB Records)
  • Ani Glass — Phantasmagoria (Ani Glass)
  • Bitchin Bajas — Inland See (Drag City)
  • Cameron Whitcomb — The Hard Way (Atlantic)
  • Cate Le Bon — Michelangelo Dying (Mexican Summer)
  • Christone “Kingfish” Ingram — Hard Road (Exceleration Music Partners)
  • Coach Party — Caramel (Chess Club)
  • crushed — no scope (Ghostly International)
  • Daffo — Where the Earth Bends (Concord)
  • Doja Cat — Vie (Kemosabe Records/RCA Records)
  • Fred Armisen — 100 Sound Effects (Drag City)
  • Geese — Getting Killed (Partisan Records)
  • Good Neighbours — Blue Sky Mentality (Polydor)
  • Grumpy — Piebald EP (Bayonet Records)
  • HUNNY — SPIRIT! (Epitaph)
  • Jeff Tweedy — Twilight Override (dBpm Records)
  • John Maus — Later Than You Think (Young)
  • Joy Crookes — Juniper (Sony)
  • Kathryn Williams — Mystery Park (One Little Independent Records)
  • Kings Elliot — Born Blue (VEC)
  • Lady A — On This Winter’s Night (Volume 2) (Big Machine Label Group)
  • Nobukazu Takemura — knot of meanings (Thrill Jockey)
  • Lady Wray — Cover Girl (Big Crown Records)
  • Marcus King Band — Darling Blue (Spinefarm)
  • Mariah Carey — Here For It All (gamma)
  • Neko Case — Neon Grey Midnight Green (Anti)
  • Night Tapes — portals//polarities (Nettwerk)
  • Olivia Dean — The Art of Loving (Capitol UK)
  • Plato III — Grown (Polyvinyl)
  • Purity Ring — Purity Ring (The Fellowship)
  • Rainbow Kitten Surprise — Bones (Atlantic)
  • Robert Plant — Saving Grace (Nonesuch)
  • Rochelle Jordan — Through The Wall (Empire)
  • Sam Prekop — Open Close (Thrill Jockey)
  • Scaler — Endlessly (Black Acre)
  • Sir Richard Bishop — Hillbilly Ragas (Drag City)
  • Sloan — Based on the Best Seller (Yep Roc)
  • SPRINTS — All That Is Over (City Slang)
  • The Starting Line — Eternal Youth (Lineage Recordings)
  • Tom Skinner — Kaleidoscopic Visions (Brownswood/International Anthem)
  • Whiskey Meyers — Whomp Whack Thunder (Wiggy Thump Records)
  • White Reaper — Only Slightly Empty (Blue Grape Music)
  • Zara Larsson — Midnight Sun (Epic Records)


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Hip Hop and Music: A Cultural Evolution

Hip Hop and Music: A Cultural Evolution and What Listeners Look For Hip hop is more than just a genre of music; it is a cultural movement that has deeply influenced the world for over four decades. Originating in the South Bronx during the 1970s, hip hop was birthed from the creative expression of marginalized communities. What started as a fusion of DJing, breakdancing, graffiti art and MCing (rapping) quickly became a global phenomenon. Over the years, hip hop has expanded its reach, influencing various aspects of society, from fashion and language to politics and social movements. But what exactly do listeners seek when they tune in to their favorite hip hop tracks? Let’s explore.

The Evolution of Hip Hop Music

The Evolution of Hip Hop Music At its core, hip hop music is built on rhythm and lyricism. Early pioneers like DJ Kool Herc, Grandmaster Flash, and Run-D.M.C. laid the foundation for what we now recognize as hip hop. They mixed disco, funk, and soul beats with rhythmic rapping to create a unique sound. Through the 1980s and 1990s, iconic artists such as Tupac, The Notorious B.I.G., Nas, and Jay-Z further shaped the genre, adding deeper narratives that explored social issues, struggles, and triumphs.
In the 2000s, hip hop saw its golden age evolve into new sub-genres, from Southern hip hop (e.g., OutKast and Lil Wayne) to the rise of trap music (led by artists like Future, Gucci Mane, and Migos). Today, artists continue to experiment with hybrid sounds, blending trap with pop, rock, and electronic music, creating a more diverse landscape for the genre.

What Listeners Look for in Hip Hop Music

What Listeners Look for in Hip Hop Music While the genre has evolved, the heart of hip hop music still beats with certain core elements that listeners continue to seek. Here’s what attracts audiences to hip hop music:

1. Authenticity

One of the most important qualities of hip hop is its authenticity. Listeners are drawn to artists who stay true to themselves, their roots, and their experiences. Whether an artist is rapping about overcoming hardship, life in the streets, or personal triumphs, their genuineness resonates with fans. Authenticity gives hip hop its raw edge, connecting the artist's voice with listeners on a deeply personal level.

2. Lyricism and Wordplay

Hip hop has always been a platform for storytelling, and the craft of lyricism is highly valued. Fans look for clever wordplay, metaphors, punchlines, and deep storytelling in their favorite tracks. Rappers like Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole, and Nas are revered for their intricate lyricism and ability to convey powerful messages through their words. A song with sharp bars, vivid imagery, and emotional depth can elevate a listener’s connection to the music.

3. Beat and Production Quality

The beat is often the first thing people notice in a hip hop song. A catchy, hard-hitting beat can make or break a track, and producers play an integral role in shaping the sound of hip hop music. Producers like Dr. Dre, Kanye West, and Metro Boomin have become household names for their distinctive production styles. From boom-bap beats to trap drums, the instrumental elements are essential in drawing listeners into the rhythm and groove of the song.

4. Innovation and Evolution

Hip hop is known for its constant evolution. Fans of the genre are often on the lookout for artists who push boundaries and experiment with new sounds. This spirit of innovation keeps the genre fresh and exciting. From the rise of auto-tune with artists like T-Pain to the blend of electronic and rap seen with artists like Travis Scott, listeners are eager for new music that challenges the traditional limits of hip hop.

5. Vibe and Energy

Hip hop isn’t just about the lyrics or the beat—it’s also about the energy the music brings. Whether it’s a party anthem, an introspective track, or a political statement, the vibe and energy of a song play a crucial role in how it resonates with fans. Artists like Drake, Cardi B, and Lil Uzi Vert have mastered the art of creating tracks that make listeners feel a certain way, whether it’s hyped up, laid back, or reflective.

6. Relatability and Emotional Connection

Hip hop has always been an outlet for self-expression and commentary on life experiences. Because of this, listeners often gravitate toward songs that reflect their own lives, struggles, and aspirations. Whether it’s a song about the challenges of growing up in a tough environment, the celebration of personal success, or the experience of love and heartbreak, hip hop has the unique ability to connect emotionally with audiences. Fans often seek songs that speak to their individual journeys and provide comfort, validation, or empowerment.

The Global Reach of Hip Hop

What was once confined to the streets of New York City has now become a global cultural force. From Tokyo to Paris, hip hop has spread across continents, influencing artists and listeners worldwide. In recent years, artists from outside the U.S. have brought their own cultural influences to the genre, blending hip hop with local sounds, languages, and traditions. The genre’s global reach is a testament to its universal themes of struggle, self-expression, and empowerment.

Conclusion

Hip hop music is an ever-evolving cultural powerhouse that has grown from a localized subculture into a global sensation. The authenticity, lyricism, production quality, innovation, energy, and emotional depth are the main ingredients that attract listeners to hip hop. While the genre continues to change, its core values remain consistent—offering a space for self-expression, storytelling, and connection. As hip hop continues to evolve, it will undoubtedly remain a major force in shaping the future of music. Whether you’re a fan of classic boom-bap or modern trap, hip hop’s diverse range offers something for everyone, proving that its cultural impact is here to stay.