It’s the first New Music Friday of summer, and this week’s releases are as bold and diverse as the season ahead.
Benson Boone pours his heart out on “American Heart,” blending soaring vocals with polished pop production.
Haim returns with “I Quit,” a fierce, guitar-driven anthem that signals a bold new chapter for the trio.
Matmos pushes boundaries on “Metallic Life Review,” an experimental journey through sound and science.
Lukas Nelson leans into love and legacy on “American Romance,” filled with rootsy charm and heartfelt songwriting.
U.S. Girls delivers sharp-edged pop with “Scratch It,” a vibrant mix of activism, attitude and infectious grooves.
As always, the entire list of new albums released today, Friday, June 20, 2025 are below in no particular order. My most anticipated albums are in bold.
Let me know what you’re listening to in the comments below and on social media @highnoteblog
New Album Releases – Friday, June 20, 2025
Aitch – 4
Alestorm – The Thunderfist Chronicles
Badflower – No Place Like Home
Benson Boone – American Heart
Brett Young – 2
GoGo Penguin – Necessary Fictions
Haim – I Quit
Hotline – TNT Raspberry Moon
James McMurtry – The Black Dog and the Wandering Boy
Karol G – Tropicoqueta
Keke Palmer – Just Keke
Loyle Carner – Hopefully!
Malevolence – Where Only the Truth Is Spoken
Matmos – Metallic Life Review
Midwxst Archangel
S.G. Goodman – Planting by the Signs
Tropical Fuck Storm – Fairyland Codex
U.S. Girls – Scratch It
Yaya Bey – Do It Afraid
Yungblud – Idols
Sophie – Product
Lukas Nelson – American Romance
Jeremiah Chiu and Marta Sofia – Honer Different Rooms
Daily Toll – A Profound Non-Event
Kelsey Waldon – Every Ghost
