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New Music Friday: April 15, 2022

Friday is here and that means new music! Brand new releases from Conan Gray, Lizzo  and more! Check out our top 10 releases from today in our New Music Friday guide below!

“Memories” – Conan Gray

Our Gen Z icon dropped a powerful and emotional piano-led anthem with electric guitar that amplifies and compliments Grays vocals.  

“Devil Doesn’t Bargain” – Alec Benjamin

From his sophomore album (Un)Commentary, a soft contemporary track about unreciprocated love. 

“Freak Like That” – Austin George 

The rising R&B artist dropped this highly-anticipated sexy track after gaining such positive responses from snippets posted on TikTok.

“About Damn Time” – Lizzo

Her first release of the year, Lizzo is taking us back in time with this 70’s-inspired single. A definite self-love anthem for the summer. 

“Butterfly Wings” – Andrea Russett

A soft and simple track from the rising pop singer about feeling lost in such a materialistic city like Los Angeles. 

“Cool Kids” – Max Frost

A synth-rock sound takes over as Frost sings about the bad decisions made just to have popularity and temporary happiness. In the end, nothing beats authenticity. 

“Friends” – JORDY & Loote

Singer-songwriter JORDY teams up with pop duo Loote for this energetic and carefree single. A for-sure addition to your summer playlist.

“Sidelines” – Phoebe Bridgers

Written for the upcoming Hulu Original “Conversations With Friends,” Bridgers vocals shine through over a bed of soft drum beats and violin strings. 

“Crybaby” – Amelia Moore

A fierce and sensual new single that showcases the alt-pop singer’s powerful vocals as she addresses an ex. 

Darl+ling” – SEVENTEEN

The first song entirely in english from the K-Pop superstars. An expression of the group’s adoration of unity.

Which of these will you be adding to your favorite playlists today? Any we missed?

Let us know in the comments or on Twitter!

Need more New Music Friday music?

Check out our last New Music Friday guide.

 

Ivy Sandoval

Ivy Sandoval

Ivy Sandoval is one of Beyond the Stage's Contributing Writers and has been with the publication since April 2019. She is currently a senior majoring in Journalism at Texas State University. She is also a Life and Arts Reporter for her university newspaper, as well as a Contributing Writer for a popular culture and music content based publication. When she isn't busy with school or writing, you can find her at concerts, traveling or just watching Netflix. Her favorite bands and artists include Shawn Mendes, Harry Styles, Bazzi and Why Don't We