Music can make your day. One song playing at the right moment, perhaps with the right cup of coffee in your favorite mug, and the sun coming through the window, can really make life worth living. We here at American Songwriter think that songs are the oxygen for your spiritual lungs.
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To that end, we wanted to share 14 new works of music to brighten your day and share the good word of composition. So, with that in mind, here are 14 songs for you today.
1. Daughtry
The hard-rocking band announced their signing to Big Machine Records. With that news, the group shared its latest single, “Artificial.” Check out the passionate, skeleton-shaking tune from the group, as they enter into their new chapter.
2. John Mellencamp
Iconic Heartland singer John Mellencamp released a new lyric video for the title track of his latest album, Orpheus Descending, released in June. Fans can check out the new rhythmic, gruff work from the Americana artist below.
3. The Blind Boys of Alabama
One of the most significant blues groups in the history of the genre, The Blind Boys of Alabama, released their latest song, a cover of the Stevie Wonder classic, “Heaven Help Us All.” Check out the heartfelt offering from the group, which is set to release its next album, Echoes Of The South, on September 8. It will be their first new album in six years.
4. Blonde Redhead
Acclaimed indie group Blonde Redhead released its latest single, “Before,” from their forthcoming new album, Sit Down for Dinner, which is set to drop on September 29. Check out the lilting, wiggly new track from the group.
5. Courtney Barnett
Beloved Australian indie rocker Courtney Barnett covered PNW rockers Chastity Belt for a new single with Suicide Squeeze. Barnett, who covered “Different Now,” wasn’t the only one to participate in the homage. Kurt Vile covered the band’s “This Time of Night.” Check out Barnett’s sweet rendition below.
6. Alice Cooper
The king of shock rock Alice Cooper released his latest single, “Welcome to the Show,” ahead of his new album, Road, which is out later this month on August 25. Check out the pulsing, hard rock offering below.
7. Jolie Holland
This week, versatile singer Jolie Holland announced her forthcoming new album, Haunted Mountain, which is set for release on October 6. With that news, the songwriter shared her latest single, “Haunted Mountain,” which stretches as much as it sinks in. Check out the new work below.
8. Ashlie Amber
The rising country pop star, Ashlie Amber, released her latest single and accompanying music video for the track “Chevy.” The recent My Kind of Country contestant soars on the song, which is all about attraction. Check out the new offering below.
9. Blues Traveler
New York City-via Princeton, New Jersey jam band Blues Traveler announced its newest album, Traveler’s Soul, which is set to drop later this year. With that news came the band’s newest single, “Fool For You,” which you can check out below in all of its bluesy glory.
10. Sofia Valdés
This week, 23-year-old Panamanian singer Sofia Valdés released her latest EP, Silvia. With it came the new single and accompanying music video for the bilingual title track. Check out the new work from the rising Valdés and be one of the first on the bandwagon.
11. Allison Russell
Allison Russell has a new album out later this year, The Returner, which is set to drop on September 8. The Americana star has shared her latest single from that forthcoming LP, “Snakelife,” which fans can check out below.
12. The Joy Formidable
Welsh rock band The Joy Formidable released their latest single, “Cut Your Face.” The new teeth-shaking rocker is the first of three singles set for release from the group this year. The song is about connection, longing, and the hard work that leads to beauty.
13. Tove Lo
The multi-platinum singer released the deluxe edition of her album, Dirt Femme. And with it came the new song and accompanying music video for the track, “Elevator Eyes.” Check out the sticky, sultry pop offering below.
14. Ashnikko
The always eye-popping artist Ashnikko released her latest music video for the song, “Cheerleader.” The new offering is the latest from Ashnikko’s forthcoming debut album, WEEDKILLER, which is out on August 25.
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