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 15 new works of music to brighten your day and share the good word of composition. So, with that in mind, here are 15 songs for you today.
1. Dan Auerbach
The Black Keys co-founder and frontman Dan Auerbach released his latest single this week, the psychedelic rock, “Every Chance I Get.” The new song is part of Easy Eye Records’ forthcoming blues anthology, Tell Everybody!, which is out August 11. Check it out below.
2. Allison Russell
Four-time Grammy-nominee Allison Russell released her new single this week. The track, “Stay Right Here,” is the latest from Russell’s forthcoming new LP, The Returner, which is out September 8. Check out the powerful new work below.
3. Jon Batiste
The New Orleans musical star shared his latest single this week, “Drink Water,” which is also from his forthcoming new album, World Music Radio. That record is set to drop on August 18. The multi-time Grammy Award-winner shines on the new work, which you can check out below.
4. Dame D.O.L.L.A.
NBA star Damian Lillard is a rapper of top talent, too. And the hooper-turned-lyricist has released his latest single, “The Way It Goes,” and accompanying Paris, France-shot music video. Check out the new work from the M.C. below.
5. Courtney Barnett
The acclaimed indie rocker announced the forthcoming release of a new instrumental album this week, End of the Day. With the news, Barnett shared the first three songs from the LP, “Start Somewhere,” “Life Balance” and “First Slow.” Check out Barnett’s new seven-minute visualizer video for those three tracks below.
6. Mickey Guyton featuring Kane Brown
Two of the biggest names in country music linked up for “Nothing Compares To You,” a new song written by Tyler Hubbard, Bebe Rexha, and Jordan Schmidt. Check out the new heartfelt offering from Mickey Guyton and Kane Brown below.
7. Jamila Woods
This week, Jamila Woods announced her new album, Water Made Us, which is set to release on October 13. With it, the stirring artist shared her latest single, “Tiny Garden,” the moving, thoughtful, lyrically lovely new track. Check it out below.
8. Big Joanie
This week, British punk rockers Big Joanie released their latest single, “Today,” which features Kim Deal, of Pixies and the Breeders fame. The song, which is a deluxe edition of a prior release, comes on the heels of the band’s 2022 LP, Back Home. Check out the head-bobbing new rocker below.
9. Jacob Collier
Standout musician Jacob Collier released his latest single this week, “WELLLL.” The five-time Grammy Award winner is also announcing a new line of Crocs. So, everything seems to be coming up Collier. Check out his new genre-bending tune below.
10. Lainey Wilson
This week country star Lainey Wilson released her latest music video for the track, “Watermelon Moonshine.” The song, from Bell Bottom Country, boasts a cinematic music video that will make you want to be part of the dream. Check it out below.
11. Sofía Valdés
The rising Panamanian pop star and songwriter released her latest song this week, “Easy.” On the song, the burgeoning artist showcases why she is on the minds of decision-makers these days. She’s thoughtful, mysterious and catchy all at once. The best of all worlds.
12. Andrew Bird
This week, star songwriter, singer, whistler and violin player Andrew Bird announced his next album, Outside Problems, which is set to drop on July 21. Bird also shared his newest song, “Mo Teef,” which highlights the need for wildlife preservation. Check it out below.
13. Candlebox
The impactful rock band released its latest single this week. That song, “Punks,” is the first single off the band’s final studio album, The Long Goodbye, which is set to drop this summer on August 25. Check out the terrific offering below.
14. Demi Lovato
This week, Grammy-nominated pop star Demi Lovato released her newest track, “Sorry Not Sorry (Rock Version),” which features the iconic guitar player, Slash, from Guns N’ Roses. The new work comes ahead of Lovato’s new rock remix LP, REVAMPED, out September 15. Check out the new work from the two big names below.
15. Post Malone
The big-name rapper released a new collaboration with the video company Vevo this week, a performance video for his popular track, “Overdrive.” Check out the heartfelt live video from the celebrity artist below.
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