No Tags 51: The best music of 2025 so far
Aug 13, 2025
Joining the discussion is Henry Bruce-Jones, a music aficionado known for his insights into underground scenes. They dive into the best music of 2025 so far, shedding light on the rise of quirky UK rappers and how mainstream pop is evolving. The conversation explores the refreshing sound of surveillance electro and the resurgence of minimal techno while recommending exciting new albums. Listeners will appreciate the deep dive into contemporary trends and unique artists shaping this vibrant musical landscape.
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Studio Warmup And A Golden-Eyes Compliment
- The hosts record in-studio and riff about drinks, earbuds and sponsors while warming up the episode.
- Henry recounts being complimented by Moody Man who called him "Henry with the golden eyes."
Cornered Format To Structure A Long Rundown
- The episode is structured into corners: Pop, Rap, Dance/Electronic and personal Percies.
- The hosts use that format to keep a sprawling best-of-year discussion focused and varied.
Derivative Claims Miss Artist Palettes
- Yule's new record drew mixed reviews accusing it of derivation despite fresh palettes and 90s/ trip-pop references.
- The hosts argue derivative labels miss that artists can explore different palettes across albums while retaining strong songwriting.