With its ability to inspire nostalgia, bring joy and inspire dreams, music is a constant force in our world. Through each note and line, vocal artists carry us through the ups and downs of life. It’s the constant changes and new releases in the world of music that keeps us on our feet, and allows us to discover new rhythms and lyric. As 2022 approaches, we’ve been captivated by the new music of vocalists. Here is a list that includes both Grammy-winning artists and promising new ones.
Billie Eilish has again reached out to her fans through her latest album “Happier than Ever.” This album was released in July and is similar to its predecessor in that it is a mixture of pop, electronica, and indie. This album, which follows the narrative style of Eilish’s music portrays a young girl navigating through fame and heartbreak. “Happier than Ever” is a modern pop masterpiece, thanks to its haunting melodies and poignant lyrics.
South of the border we find a new artist who is making waves in the music scene. The Grammy-winning Colombian/American singer Kali Uchis has captured the Latin music scene with her album, “Sin Miedo” (Del Amor y Otros Demonios). Uchis released her first album in Spanish at the end of 2020. Uchis’s global success is largely due to his collaborations with stars like reggaeton singer Jhay Cortez and the hit single “Telepatia”.
Miranda Lambert, a veteran singer in the country genre. Lambert, who is known for her emotional ballads, and bracing songs, released “The Marfa Tapes”, an album, in 2021, with songwriting partners Jack Ingram, and Jon Randall. The Marfa Tapes is an acoustic, stripped-back album that offers listeners the chance to experience the roots of country music. It also evokes the beauty of Western landscapes, which inspired the collection of songs.
Kendrick lamar’s release is a much-anticipated event in the rap world. The rapper has not announced an official release date, but he teased fans by saying that the album is cooking. This is the next release in hip-hop after his Pulitzer Prize-winning “DAMN”, which was released in 2017.
It’s important to celebrate established artists but also recognize new talent in the music industry. Olivia Rodrigo is one such rising star. The debut album of this young talent, “Sour,” dominated the charts. The album, which was released in May 2021 and features a blend of alternative rock and pop music, gives voice to the turbulent emotions of adolescence. Rodrigo’s relatable and fresh lyrics, especially in her breakthrough hit “drivers licence”, have resonated massively with a large audience. She is now a significant new face in music.
Porter Robinson’s “Nurture”, his second studio album, has been a hit with electronic music fans around the world. After a seven-year break following the release of his debut album, “Worlds”, in 2014, Porter Robinson’s second studio album, “Nurture,” was released in April 2021. It is a blend of electronic pop genres with unique sounds, emotional lyrics and a narrative that is emotionally charged about adversity.
Music is a constantly evolving entity that leads to new sounds and artists. These new releases are not only full of thought-provoking stories, beautiful melodies, and harmonious harmonies but also demonstrate that the music industry is still thriving, and artists of all types continue to push the limits of their respective genres. The never-ending flow of new music keeps us interested, allows us explore a broad spectrum of emotions and keeps our playlists fresh and inviting.