New River Music

This Week’s New River Music

Artist: Noah Kahan

Song: Doors

Noah Kahan’s latest record, The Great Divide, doubles down on the sound and subject matter that resonated with listeners on his 2022 album Stick Season. In the new song “Doors,” the Vermont native explores themes of lost love, abandonment, and the emotions that accompany them. The track creates a timeless, melancholic atmosphere reminiscent of a fall day in New England.

Artist: The Rolling Stones

Song: In the Stars

In anticipation of their 25th studio album, Foreign Tongues, The Rolling Stones have released a new single, “In The Stars” which solidifies that Mick Jagger and Keith Richards aren’t slowing their roll anytime soon. This track features the band’s classic sound, driven by Richards’ guitar riffs and some impressive falsetto passages from the 82-year-old Jagger.

Artist: Kacey Musgraves

Song: Dry Spell

On her new album Middle of Nowhere, Kacey Musgraves explores themes of loneliness and isolation. The album’s lead single, “Dry Spell,” is boldly honest and self-aware, with moments of sharp satire. The song blends a traditional country twang with clever wordplay and lyrical themes that contribute to the evolving landscape of country music.

Artist: Bleachers

Song: we should talk

The track “we should talk,” from Bleachers’ newest album everyone for ten minutes, is catchy and upbeat, with a danceable groove supporting lyrics that explore longing, regret, the “what ifs” of past relationships, and the desire to reach out to old friends—hence the title, “we should talk.”

Artist: Myles Smith

Song: Hold Me in the Dark

The single “Hold Me in the Dark,” from Myles Smith’s upcoming album, is a pop anthem that the singer-songwriter has described as one of his favorite songs he has written. Featuring lively instrumentation and uplifting melodies, the track pairs comforting, optimistic lyrics with an overall sense of reassurance and security.