Top New Albums Released on July 11

July 11, 2025 Luna Ray 195 Views

Welcoming New Musical Journeys

As the clock struck midnight on this beautiful Friday, a sense of anticipation filled the air. After a 16-year hiatus, the beloved duo Clipse has reemerged, bringing with them a soothing new album titled Let God Sort Em Out. Brothers Malice and Pusha T, hailing from Virginia Beach, have individually explored various creative paths during their time apart, and now they unite once more, inviting listeners into a shared experience of artistic expression.

But the joy of reunion doesn’t stop there. The Swell Season, the enchanting collaboration of Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová from the Oscar-winning film Once, has also released their first album in 16 years, Forward. Both albums remind us of the beautiful connections that music fosters and how it brings us back to moments of joy and reflection.

Exploring Calm Melodies

In this week’s musical journey, our hosts, Stephen Thompson and Celia Gregory, delve into these two remarkable albums, alongside Wet Leg’s dynamic sophomore release and several other gentle tunes that offer a moment of respite from the busyness of everyday life.

Here are some cherished selections from this week’s offerings:

Wet Leg, moisturizer
The Swell Season, Forward
Clipse, Let God Sort Em Out
Allo Darlin’, Bright Nights
Burna Boy, No Sign of Weakness

A Round of Gentle Recommendations

For those curious about even more calming music, here are additional albums that invite tranquility and introspection:

Ólafur Arnalds & Talos, A Dawning
Martha, Standing Where It All Began – Singles and B-Sides 2012-2025
Open Mike Eagle, Neighborhood Gods Unlimited
Petey USA, The Yips
Tony Njoku, All Our Knives Are Always Sharp

Unearthing Musical Gems

For those who feel inspired to explore a wider array of soothing sounds, we have curated a selection of new albums categorized by genre, each inviting you to discover something uniquely calming: