You want new music? We’ve got it on tap. This week’s instalment of What’s Going On is packed with the latest releases from rising stars. Plus, a mega collab that is the stuff of glam-rock fantasy: The Struts have teamed up with Queen’s guitar god Brian May. As always, if you dig what you hear, be sure to stream and follow these artists.
flowerovlove – Buzzworthy UK singer flowerovlove solidifies her 2025 artist-to-watch status (thanks to tastemakers like Rolling Stone and InStyle) with her new single, “I’m your first.” The playful track, out now via Capitol Records, is an ode to life’s firsts. Fresh, bubbly, and brimming with charm, it serves as a great introduction for listeners who may be unfamiliar with the singer. Fresh off of touring with Halsey and Olivia Rodrigo (wow!), you can catch flowerovlove on the road with Haim and Khalid this fall.
Listen to flowerovlove’s new single “I’m your first” below.
JOHNNYSWIM – JOHNNYSWIM, the husband and wife duo of Abner Ramirez and Amanda Sudano Ramirez, are releasing the deluxe edition of their critically acclaimed album When The War Is Over. Dropping October 3, the deluxe edition features five new songs that see the pair flourishing in their folky-bluesy Americana sound. Leading off the new collection is the tasty single “Sweet Tangerine,” co-written with Britten Newbill. Get into it!
Listen to JOHNNYSWIM’s new single “Sweet Tangerine” below.
Sparks – Wacky art-rock brother duo Sparks return with MADDER!, surprisingly the pair’s first EP release of their career, out October 3 via Transgressive Records. The first taste of what listeners can expect from the EP is the lead single, “Porcupine.” The propulsive track features heavy guitars and an infectious organ riff, while Russel waxes poetic about a prickly woman. After five plus decades in the game, Ron and Russel Mael aren’t showing any signs of slowing down anytime soon. You catch Sparks in Toronto on September 17th at Queen Elizabeth Theatre on their MAD! TOUR.
Watch the music video for Sparks’ new single “Porcupine” below.
The Struts – British glam rockers The Struts join forces with legendary Queen guitarist Brian May for a reimagined take on the band’s breakout hit, “Could Have Been Me.” The already rebellious and defiant anthem gets extra energy from Brian May’s incredible guitar work. For Struts frontman Luke Spiller, the collaboration was a dream come true. The new music video featuring Brian May appears to have been an absolute blast. Glam rock will never die!
Listen to “Could Have Been Me” from The Struts + Brian May below.
Loud Luxury – Canadian DJ/producer duo Loud Luxury are closing out summer with their hot new single “UH OH!” featuring rising pop singer Natalie Jane. Out now via Casablanca Records, sees the EDM superstars blending nostalgic club sounds with forward-thinking production for this perfect late-summer banger. A collaboration that’s been years in the making, Natalie Jane brings her soaring vocals to the track that ushers in Loud Luxury’s new era. Oh Canada!
Listen to Loud Luxury’s new single “UH OH!” featuring Natalie Jane below.
