Global Music Report: February 25, 2025 – New Albums from Youth Lagoon & Baths, Major Tour Announcements Dominates Headlines

The global music landscape continued its dynamic pace this week, highlighted by a flurry of new releases and significant tour announcements shaping the concert calendar for 2025. The news cycle for February 25, 2025, brought forth eagerly awaited albums, compelling new singles, expansive tour plans from veteran acts and contemporary stars alike, and updates from the broader industry scene.

Latest Album Releases

Fans have several new full-length projects to explore this week. Among the notable album drops are new offerings from the acclaimed artist Youth Lagoon, the experimental sounds of Saya Gray, and the intricate electronic textures crafted by Baths. These releases add diverse sounds and perspectives to the contemporary music catalog, providing listeners with fresh material across different genres.

Spotlight on New Singles

Beyond the album releases, a collection of new tracks made their debut, capturing attention across various platforms. Chance Peña unveiled his latest single, titled “Good Love Die,” offering a poignant new piece. The iconic British act The Streets returned with the distinctively titled track “How To Win At Rock Paper Scissors.” Electronic music veteran Gabry Ponte released his new single “Exotica,” while Sophie and the Giants presented “Red Light.” Other notable new tracks include “Rage Of A Kid” from Phoebe Green, “I Joined a Cult” by Isabel Pless, “miles out” from Cassia, and “Leftovers” by King Hannah. Additionally, a high-profile collaboration between JENNIE and Doechii resulted in the release of their track “ExtraL,” generating considerable buzz.

Major Tour Announcements for 2025

Concertgoers can anticipate a busy year ahead as several major artists revealed extensive touring plans for 2025. The legendary Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts announced a significant tour scheduled for 2025, promising performances from the enduring rock icon. Metal titans Pantera confirmed plans for a summer 2025 US tour, with support from the formidable Swedish melodic death metal band Amon Amarth. Progressive metal stalwarts Opeth are set to embark on a fall 2025 European tour, bringing their complex soundscapes to stages across the continent. British acclaimed band Elbow detailed their plans for a fall 2025 North American tour, reaching audiences across the Atlantic. In hip-hop news, the iconic Wu-Tang Clan announced what is being billed as a “final” tour, featuring Run the Jewels as support, marking a potentially momentous series of performances. Indie rock favorites Vampire Weekend also shared details for their 2025 tour, which will include support from rising act Geese and a unique opening slot from Turnstiles, a Billy Joel tribute band.

In related tour news, it was reported that artist MJ Lenderman will no longer be touring with the band Wednesday, marking a change in previously announced itineraries.

Industry Updates and Other Headlines

The broader music industry also saw significant developments this week. Updates on various festival lineups for the 2025 season continued to emerge, hinting at the shape of the festival circuit for the year. In accolades, producer A. G. Cook was notably named the winner of the BRITs Producer Of The Year award, recognizing his significant contributions to music production. Additionally, the report included mention of headlines concerning public figures such as Tory Lanez, legendary singer Roberta Flack, and prominent rapper A$AP Rocky, reflecting their presence in recent news cycles, though specific details beyond their mention in headlines were not provided within this report.