Global Music Pulse: New Albums, Major Tours, Festival Lineups Dominate January 10, 2025 Announcements

International Music Scene Buzzes with New Releases, Tours, and Festival Reveals on January 10, 2025

The global music landscape is alive with activity as January 10, 2025, brings a wave of significant announcements spanning new album and EP releases, highly anticipated tours, and initial festival lineups for the year ahead. Artists across genres are setting the stage for a dynamic musical period, confirming new projects and live performances that will shape the industry.

New Album and EP Announcements Signal Productive Year

A flurry of new recording projects was formally unveiled, offering fans substantial new material. Among the notable announcements is serpentwithfeet’s forthcoming work, titled GRIP SEQUEL, generating anticipation for the artist’s next sonic evolution. Similarly, Spellling confirmed her new project, Portrait of My Heart, adding another layer to her distinctive discography.

Veteran rockers The Lumineers announced Automatic, an upcoming release that will be accompanied by a new single and an accompanying video, providing an early look at their musical direction. Japanese-American artist Japanese Breakfast also shared news of a new album and plans for an extensive tour. The announcement was paired with a new song video, building excitement for both the studio work and live performances.

Further solidifying a busy release schedule, Destroyer revealed plans for an album titled Boogie On 14th Album, promising another chapter from the prolific indie act. Throwing Muses are also set to release a new album, featuring the track ‘Summer of Love’, indicating their continued creative output.

In the realm of hip-hop, Lil Baby released the digital deluxe edition of his album WHAM. Looking ahead, he also confirmed plans for an additional album titled Dominique, scheduled for release in February, signaling a rapid pace of work from the artist.

Tour News: Veterans Return and Solo Debuts Teased

Live music remains a central focus, with several significant tour announcements shaping the performance calendar. Hardcore pioneers Agnostic Front revealed extensive tour plans covering both the United States and Europe, coinciding with the news of a new album, promising a busy period for the influential band.

Pop and rock vocalist Hayley Williams is teasing her potential first-ever solo tour, slated for 2025. While details remain under wraps, the prospect of a dedicated solo run has generated considerable buzz among her fanbase.

The live circuit also saw significant returns and notable reunions. Primus took to the stage for their first performance since the departure of drummer Tim Alexander, marking a new phase for the experimental rock trio. In a special event, The Soft Boys reunited for Yo La Tengo’s annual Hanukkah show, providing a rare live appearance from the influential group.

A major highlight in touring news is The Weeknd’s Hurry Up Tomorrow tour. The ambitious tour includes dates across North America and Europe, featuring a prominent stop at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, scheduled for January 25. Complementing the tour, an accompanying film related to the project is set to premiere in theaters on May 16, extending the artist’s multimedia presence.

Festival Lineups Offer Diverse Offerings

Major music festivals are beginning to unveil their rosters, promising diverse experiences for attendees. Bonnaroo 2025 announced its initial lineup, confirming Tyler the Creator as a headliner, signaling a major draw for the multi-genre event.

On the West Coast, Rolling Loud California revealed its headlining acts, featuring Peso Pluma, Playboi Carti, and A$AP Rocky, highlighting the festival’s focus on prominent figures in hip-hop and Latin urban music.

The BeachLife Festival presented a lineup featuring iconic names such as Lenny Kravitz, Sublime, and Alanis Morissette, catering to rock and alternative music enthusiasts. Meanwhile, Boston Calling added notable artists to its bill, including Luke Combs, Fall Out Boy, and Dave Matthews, showcasing a mix of country, rock, and jam band influences.

New Singles Released Across Genres

Adding to the ongoing stream of new music, several artists released fresh singles. JADE shared the track ‘IT girl’, while spill tab released ‘De Guerre’. Veteran Welsh band Manic Street Preachers also unveiled a new song titled ‘People Ruin Paintings’, providing fans with immediate new listening material.

Collectively, the announcements on January 10, 2025, paint a vibrant picture of the music world’s trajectory, with a strong focus on new studio work, extensive touring plans, and highly anticipated festival appearances that will shape the cultural calendar throughout the year.