Welcome to this week’s instalment of What’s Going On, Biff Bam Pop’s weekly new music roundup where we highlight the hottest releases that are making waves. This week, we celebrate the triumphant return of Canadian songstress Nelly Furtado with her long-awaited album 7, a vibrant collection of pop anthems and heartfelt ballads. We’re diving into fresh tracks from other standout artists from around the world, each with their own unique sound and vision.
Nelly Furtado – Canadian global pop icon Nelly Furtado is back with her highly anticipated new album 7, out now via Nelstar/21 Entertainment/Universal Music Canada/Republic Records/Casablanca Records/Polydor Records. Written and co-produced by Furtado, this 14-track collection is a blend of liberated, celebratory pop and deeply personal reflections, showcasing her journey as a “grown ass woman living with no shame.” Featuring bangers like “Showstopper” and “Honesty” to emotional ballads like “Better Than Ever,” 7 is a testament to Nelly’s artistry. Collaborating with diverse talents like Tove Lo, Charlotte Day Wilson, and Bomba Estéreo, Furtado’s creativity shines throughout. With the release of her solid new album and being a hit on the major festival circuit, Nelly Furtado’s legacy continues to grow.
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Listen to Nelly Furtado’s new single “Honesty” below.
Jutes – Ottawa-native Jutes is back with his new single “Holy Ghost.” For fans of the LA-based artist, the song is a continuation of his track “Vertigo”, looking at the transition to the afterlife and mining those emotions. Produced by Keith Sorrells and Alex Niceforo of The Orphanage, “Holy Ghost” tells an abstract tale of unrequited love, blending ‘90s hard rock intensity with gorgeous pop melodies. With his sophomore album Sleepyhead due out next summer, Jutes is carving a path as one of 2024’s most exciting stars to watch.
“‘Holy Ghost’ is like an extension of my last song ‘Vertigo.’ ‘Vertigo’ is about someone who’s dying and coming to terms with it,” explains Jutes. “‘Holy Ghost’ is about a fallen angel coming back to earth and falling in love with someone who doesn’t even know they’re there.”
Listen to Jutes’ new single “Holy Ghost” below.
GloRilla – GRAMMY-nominated Memphis rap superstar GloRilla is set to make a splash with her debut album GLORIOUS, due out October 11th. Following her meteoric rise through the rap ranks, GloRilla has amassed a massive worldwide following. Along with the news of her forthcoming album, Glo has just dropped her new single “Hollon.” The track has already gone viral on social media, with fans creating their own visuals to go along with the song. With its trunk-rattling production and her feisty delivery, GloRilla has got another hit on her hands. Recently honoured with the key to Memphis and a standout performance at the 2024 MTV VMAs, she’s unstoppable. Yea Glo!
Listen to GloRilla’s new single “Hollon” below.
Lil Tecca – Multi-platinum New York rapper Lil Tecca is back with his hot new single “BAD TIME,” released via Galactic Records/Republic Records/Universal Music Canada. This track really highlights Tecca’s knack for choosing great beats. The keys, guitar, and hazy synths take the track to the next level. Tecca masterfully blends unbridled swagger and hip-hop bravado with a throwback R&B vibe. Following the success of his track “TASTE,” which boasts over 10 million streams, “BAD TIME” serves as another preview of what’s to come from Tecca’s upcoming new album PLAN A.
Listen to Lil Tecca’s new single “BAD TIME” below.
Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers – Australian rockers Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers have teamed up with The Linda Lindas for their new single “Please Me,” featured on the deluxe edition of their debut LP I Love You Too, recently released via Mom + Pop Music. This high-energy track, packed with wall-to-wall gang vocals and insane guitar riffs, is an all-killer no-filler experience clocking in at just over a minute and a half. The deluxe edition of the band’s debut album also includes “Dull” featuring Softcult and another new track “we thought it would be a good time but it was a bad time.” Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers will be supporting Pearl Jam on three upcoming Australian tour dates this November, the band with one of the best new names around continues to gain momentum. Keep an eye on them!
Listen to Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers’ new single “Please Me” featuring The Linda Lindas below.
