The finish line for 2024 is just over the horizon, and the music world has kicked in its last bit of adrenaline on this fine Friday for an epic photo finish of new releases. When we think the year will start slowing down, we get hit with this tidal wave of a New Music Friday. This week, we have a full list overflowing with fantastic singles and new LPs looking to ease us into the holiday season. With plenty of travel days ahead of us, blocking out the noise of a bus or the bustle of an airport is essential, and a proper soundtrack is more than necessary. We have a Caustic here that is sure to shake up your Autumn playlist as icons make triumphant returns and new artists deliver refreshing takes on old tropes. Whatever your poison is, this week’s Caustic has you covered.
Check out Glide’s picks for the week’s best new music below.
The Cure – “Drone:Nodrone”
Songs Of A Lost World
Today, The Cure breaks a 16-year silence with the release of Songs Of A Lost World. The 8-song outing has the iconic band blending their gothic tones with a theatrical flair, giving these songs a sense of urgency as The Cure’s bleak viewpoints are delivered via a familiar yet improved Cure sound. “Drone:Nodrone” is a synth-driven highlight with warping guitar melodies, performing a fusion dance with the bouncy synth melodies as the dramatic vocal runs and stadium-sized hook cascade around the hectic instrumentation.
Jeremie Albino – “Let Me Lay My Head”
Our Time In The Sun
Since crashing onto the singer/songwriter scene with his acclaimed 2019 debut, Jeremie Albino has painted vivid portraits and built impressive discography. On the latest addition, Our The In The Sun, Albino adds a splash of Southern soul and a dash of nostalgic blues for a mesmerizing LP that crackles like a campfire and allows the songwriter to explore a new level of vulnerability. “Let Me Lay My Head,” tells a tale of longing as Albino pleads for a sense of home while glistening guitar tones and subtle drums create a simplistic yet potent arrangement.
Haley Heynderickx – “Sorry Fahey”
Seed of a Seed
It has been a long six-year wait for the highly anticipated sophomore album from folk artist Haley Heynderickx, and it was worth every second of the anticipation. Seed of a Seed is a minimalistic acoustic LP shaped by the artist’s imaginative approach to storytelling as Heynderickx shows off her stunning vocal range and captivating songwriting over ten refreshing folk tunes. “Sorry Fahey” is an early stand-out that features twinkling guitars falling like downtrodden confetti over the artist’s wistful and gentle vocals.
Mount Eerie – “November Rain”
Night Palace
Mount Eerie, the indie rock project of former Microphones member Phil Elverum, just released what might be the most daring project of his career. Throughout 26 songs, Night Palace stretches the imagination of what indie rock could encompass as Elverum takes his time exploring the nuances of the genre to emerge with a sprawling effort that touches on modern electronic drums and 90’s bedroom rock alike. “November Rain” is an indie-head’s dream as a gentle acoustic ballad leads you into an explosion of distortion, all tied together by Elverum’s nimble vocals.
Spooky Mansion – “A Picture”
What About You?
Released right on time for the holiday, rock fusion artist Spooky Mansion brings his unique blend of relaxed surf rock and twangy aesthetics to life on What About You? The new 12-song LP employs lo-fi warmth to deliver the artist’s eerie yet bright vocals and stunning songwriting. “A Picture” is a slow-burning stand-out with Spooky Mansion’s vocals floating over a bright and innovative arrangement for an early favorite from a colorful new album.
The Garden – “Man Of The People”
Six Desperate Ballads – EP
The West Coast punk provocateurs The Garden drop off a quick yet dense six-song project with eerie tones and searing melodies. Siz Desperate Ballads is precisely that. The Garden navigates distorted guitars with head-spinning vocal performances as they remind us exactly why they’re one of the best punk bands in California. “Man Of The People” lands in the middle ground between The Garden’s roots and a daring new sound. The powerful anthem delivers rapid-fire melodies in a quick spurt of nostalgic yet urgent punk.
Tyler, The Creator – “Thought I Was Dead” (Feat. ScHoolboy Q & Santigold)
CHROMAKOPIA
On his latest album, Tyler, The Creator battles harsh realities and maturity through a sprawling setlist that continues to expand the artist’s range. CHROMAKOPIA is 14 spellbinding tunes that double as some of Tyler’s most vulnerable music to date as a deep conversation with his mother is spliced in between arrangements that touch transition from blissful jazz to chaotic and braggadocious hip-hop. The ScHoolboy Q-assisted “Thought I Was Dead” was previewed a few days before the entire album was released, but the extended version is an awe-inspiring outing. Q gracefully slides over blaring horns and hectic drums while Tyler delivers some of the best rapping CHROMAKOPIA offers.
Mogwai – “Lion Rumpus”
The Bad Fire
The ever-growing sound of iconic post-rock band Mogwai gets another cinematic addition with a new single and upcoming LP. The Bad Fire is set to be released on January 24, and along with the previously released “God Gets You Back” single, the band releases “Lion Rumpus.” The latest single is a cinematic masterpiece with epic guitar swells challenging the instrument’s limit. At the same time, thudding drums break through the noise for an epic look at what already promises to be a complex yet rewarding release.
Richard Dawson – “Polytunnel”
End of the Middle
By the time Richard Dawson releases his recently announced LP, End of the Middle, on February 14, 2025, it will be three years since we last heard from the singer/songwriter. Thankfully, the whimsical single “Polytunnel” holds us over. The charming and folksy single has Dawson’s raw and dynamic vocals blending with quaint acoustics for a moving look at the artist’s anticipated new album.
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard – “Phantom Island”
Single
Everyone’s favorite rock and roll boundary-pushers, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, have assembled a full orchestra for their next sonic foray. “Phantom Island” introduces us to the Gizzard Orchestra as the band teases a full-length album with the newfound sound. The lead single from the currently unnamed project is an infectious swing, while the off-kilter vocal melodies harken back to some of the band’s more experimental sounds. There is no word on when the album will be out, but this single is a whole buffet that should hold you over until more news is revealed.
Inhaler – “Your House”
Single
For their first release since 2023’s Cuts & Bruises LP, Inhaler returns with the psychedelic single “Your House.” The new single comes right in the middle of the band’s North America tour and features heaven-sent backing vocals and otherworldly crescendoes. The single shows us an extension of Inhaler’s sound, with their melodies becoming more of an earworm and their overall sound becoming more all-encompassing.
Denzel Curry – “STILL IN THE PAINT” (Feat. LAZER DIM 700 & Bktherula)
KING OF THE MISCHIEVOUS SOUTH
Earlier this year, Florida rapper Denzel Curry released his King of the Mischievous South Vol. 2 mixtape to wide critical acclaim, and now the project is getting the LP treatment. King of the Mischievous South features a reconfigured tracklist plus five additional songs, with the posse cut “STILL IN THE PAINT” being our lead single from the new project. The energy is palpable from each artist as Curry continues to pay homage to his Southern roots with an energetic verse, a booming hook, and contributions from Lazer Dim 700 and Bktherula. The new version of King of the Mischievous South is set to be released on November 15.
Tunde Adebimpe – “Magnetic”
Single
The time has finally arrived for TV On The Radio’s courageous and multi-talented frontman, Tunde Adebimpe, to make his long-awaited solo debut. The multi-hyphenate has signed to Sub Pop for his proper solo debut, which is slated for 2025, and Adebimpe has already begun the roll-out with his new single “Magnetic.” The lead single from the mysterious album is a hectic electro-rock outing, with the artist crooning over shockwaves of synth melodies and neck-breaking drum work for an energetic single from an incredibly anticipated release.
Pink Siifu – “SCREW4LIFE’! RIPJALEN’!”
Single
After several critically acclaimed and creatively groundbreaking collaborative projects, Alabama-bred Pink Siifu returns to the solo spotlight with the unpredictable “SCREW4LIFE’! RIPJALEN’!” The six-minute single is a sonic rollercoaster that fully displays Siifu’s acrobatic vocals as he navigates moments of swinging jazz and modern Hip-hop with an invigorating gusto.
Cleo Sol – “Fear When You Fly”
Single
Cleo Sol is one of the most important and impactful voices in modern soul, and it seems like she gets better every time we hear from her. Today, the artist releases “Fear When You Fly,” a jazzy ballad that can keep things simple to elevate Sol’s moving sentiment. The artist explores flying too close to the sun and relying on her faith to guide her back to reality. Her lush vocals sound right at home over the swaying drums as Sol releases another statement piece of a single.
