July 2024: Best New Music

Each month I like to explore and listen to as much new music as possible, sifting through both the good and the bad to find the great. July proved to be a particularly exciting month, with a slew of outstanding records making it difficult to narrow down my favorites. After careful consideration, I've compiled my top albums and singles of July 2024 below.

Best New Albums

The Great American Bar Scene - Zach Bryan

July 4, 2024

While it doesn’t stray from Bryan’s usual sound, the project remains consistent and features some of his most personal work to date.

Big Ideas - Remi Wolf

July 12, 2024

Remi Wolf returns with her much anticipated follow-up to 2021’s Juno.

Passage Du Desir - Johnny Blue Skies/Sturgill Simpson

July 12, 2024

Sturgill is back under a new moniker for his first release in almost three years.

Charm - Clairo

July 12, 2024

Her first independently released studio album expands on her signature sound with production from Leon Michels.

King Of The Mischievous South Vol. 2 - Denzel Curry

July 19, 2024

Denzel releases a short, feature packed record that pays homage to his southern hip-hop upbringing.

Best New Sinlges

Lithonia - Childish Gambino

July 2, 2024

An amazing lead single to Glover’s final album under the Childish Gambino name.

28 - Zach Bryan

July 4, 2024

A beautiful song dedicated to Bryan's relationship and the feelings of growing up.

Juna - Clairo

July 12, 2024

A slick, '70s-inspired tune spiced up with a mouth trumpet.

SIN MIEDO - JPEGMAFIA

July 15, 2024

An abrasive and fantastically chaotic second single to JPEG’s new album.

Satellite Business 2.0 - Sampha & Little Simz

July 15, 2024

Two of Britain’s best artists unite to recreate a deepcut from Sampha’s last record.

I hope you enjoyed these recommendations, stay tuned for the best new music of August 2024!