Hot Picks 29/8/25 Part One – The Best New Releases

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Photo: The Party After

Today we bring to you our hottest finds of the week. We have curated a list of the best releases from our musical travels this week and are putting them all in one place for your listing pleasure! This coverage is created via #sustainablecurator

Artist: Olivia Booth

Release: ‘MIND

Release Date: OUT NOW!

Hailing from Manchester, musician Olivia Booth has released the must-hear single, ‘MIND‘. It is an indie-rock release fuelled by textured instrumentation, emotional performances and magnetic melodies. One thing is for sure, Olivia Booth is an artist who is on the rise this August.

https://oliviaboothmusicuk.net/
https://www.facebook.com/oliviamaemusicuk
https://instagram.com/olivia_booth_music_uk

Artist: Andy Z

Release: ‘My Voice

Release Date: OUT NOW!

Hailing from Redwood City, CA, Andy Z has released the superb alt-folk album, ‘My Voice‘. It is complete with charismatic performances, memorable melodies and intelligent arrangements. ‘My Voice‘ is an album that will stand the test of time. Enjoy today.

https://andyz.com
https://www.facebook.com/AndyZMusic/
https://bandcamp.com/private/G71DT9MD
https://www.instagram.com/andyinandyland

Artist: Rupert Träxler

Release: ‘Darkness

Release Date: OUT NOW!

Hailing from Vienna, Rupert Träxler has released the excellent death-metal single ‘Darkness‘. We adore the exquisite musicianship, driving instrumentation and punchy production. ‘Darkness‘ is a single that stays with the listener long after the music has ended.

https://www.ruperttraexler.com/
https://www.facebook.com/rupert.traexler
https://www.instagram.com/ruperttraexler/

Artist: Michellar

Release: ‘September

Release Date: OUT NOW!

Hailing from San Francisco, Michellar has released the excellent alt-folk single, ‘September‘. We adore the relatable lyrics, charming performances and brilliant musicianship. Michellar is a favourite FVMusicBlog artist for a reason, enjoy ‘September’ from the player below.

https://www.michellar.com
https://www.bandcamp.com/michellebond
https://www.instagram.com/michellebond5077
https://www.facebook.com/thumbellinag

Artist: The Party After

Release: ‘Dopamine Machine

Release Date: OUT NOW!

Omaha-based The Party After have released the formidable alternative-rock album, ‘Dopamine Machine‘. It is fuelled by driving arrangements, charming performances and engaging lyrics. ‘Dopamine Machine‘ is an album that needs to be heard this Summer, so turn the volume up!

https://www.facebook.com/PartyAfterBand/?ref=br_rs
https://www.instagram.com/rockthepartyafter/

FVMusicBlog August 2025

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Also! Check out the awesome other artists on the ‘Discovered This Week’ Playlist!

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