Tune Talk: Weekly Music News
Hosted by Cookie
About This Episode
Generated entertainment podcast with host Cookie based on prompt: I want weekly music news. Highlight any new albums, industry news, or noteworthy information.
Transcript
Hey! It's Cookie O'Clock! Welcome back to "Tune Talk: Weekly Music News," where we serve up the juiciest music scoops with a side of wit. I'm Brooke, your guide through the melodious maze of this week’s music madness.
Kicking off with a spotlight on Jessie Murph, who just dropped her sophomore album, *Sex Hysteria*. Imagine R&B, pop-trap, and hip-hop all in one explosive package. Jessie’s back at it, breaking norms and stirring up charts. “Blue Strips” hit No. 15, a personal best for her. Then there’s the daring “Touch Me Like a Gangster”—it's got an NSFW vibe and a catchy beat that landed it at No. 56. Jessie’s Worldwide Hysteria Tour kicks off July 27 in Phoenix. Pack your bags, this tour’s gonna be wild!
Speaking of new releases, country-pop sensation Cam gave us *All Things Light*. This album is a heart-wrenching exploration inspired by chats with her daughter. The lead single “Everblue” is all about those feelings you can't quite shake. Critics are loving it, calling it her most authentic work yet. I mean, who doesn’t like a bit of folk-pop introspection with their morning coffee?
On the indie front, Alex G has finally released his major-label debut, *Headlights*. This album is like an intimate chat over coffee, with tracks like “Afterlife” and “June Guitar” giving us that laid-back, yet profound vibe. It debuted with a cozy NYC gig. I can just imagine the room—a sweaty indoor soccer field—perfect for some close-up musical magic.
Now, let's talk surprises! Justin Bieber walked in like it’s no big deal and dropped *SWAG*, his seventh album. He’s officially entered the post-Scooter Braun era, folks. With collabs featuring Gunna and Sexyy Red, Justin’s exploring new sounds. “Daisies,” his pop-R&B single, is turning heads and topping radio charts faster than I can brew my morning coffee.
In other noteworthy releases, Travis Scott’s Cactus Jack crew unleashed *JACKBOYS 2*. That’s right, 17 tracks with even more on the deluxe edition. Meanwhile, Dev Hynes announced his upcoming album *Essex Honey*. I mean, August can’t come fast enough! Plus, Metro Boomin has something brewing—*A Futuristic Summa* out on July 22. Talk about setting the summer ablaze.
Now, for the grand tease of the week: Tyler, the Creator has us all intrigued with his new project *Don’t Tap the Glass*. Be ready for the full drop on July 21. Tyler’s been hinting with cryptic installations, proving once more he’s the master of surprise. Could his boundary-pushing creativity get any more exciting? I guess we’ll see soon!
Alright music lovers, that wraps up another delicious serving of "Tune Talk." Whether you're jamming to Jessie Murph or vibing with Cam, there's no shortage of tunes to keep your days bright and your playlists fresh. Until next time, keep those earbuds ready and your feet tapping! And remember, life's too short for boring beats!
Stay tuned, stay groovy, and I'll catch you on the flip side!
## New Album Releases: July 14–20, 2025
### Jessie Murph – Sex Hysteria (July 18, 2025)
American singer-songwriter Jessie Murph dropped her bold sophomore album *Sex Hysteria* on July 18 via Columbia Records, following her 2024 debut *That Ain’t No Man That’s the Devil* ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sex_Hysteria?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [radiodubuque.com](https://www.radiodubuque.com/2025/07/15/jessie-murph-drops-the-track-heroin-reveals-tracklist-for-sophomore-album-sex-hysteria/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)). The 15-track collection blends R&B, pop-trap and hip-hop, and features high-profile collaborations with Gucci Mane (“Donuts”) and Lil Baby (“Best Behavior”).
• Singles performance:
– “Blue Strips” became Murph’s highest-charting Hot 100 hit, peaking at No. 15. ([melodicmag.com](https://www.melodicmag.com/news/jessie-murph-unveils-tracklist-for-sex-hysteria-and-releases-heroin/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
– “Touch Me Like a Gangster,” an NSFW BDSM-themed track, reached No. 56 on the Hot 100. ([melodicmag.com](https://www.melodicmag.com/news/jessie-murph-unveils-tracklist-for-sex-hysteria-and-releases-heroin/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
• Promotional rollout:
– Pre-release singles included “Heroin” (June 27) and “Bad As The Rest” (July 11). ([wildcountry.fm](https://www.wildcountry.fm/2025/07/15/jessie-murph-drops-the-track-heroin-reveals-tracklist-for-sophomore-album-sex-hysteria/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
– Murph teased unreleased cuts “Donuts” and “Bad as the Rest” via TikTok in June, generating viral buzz. ([holler.country](https://holler.country/news/breaking/jessie-murph-teases-two-addictive-new-songs-donuts-and-bad-as-the-rest-ahead-of-sex-hysteria-album?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
• Tour support: Murph will embark on her Worldwide Hysteria Tour beginning July 27 in Phoenix, AZ—her first headlining trek since Coachella 2025—and visit major U.S., European and Australian markets. ([news.livenation.asia](https://news.livenation.asia/news/jessie-murph-announces-worldwide-hysteria-tour-in-support-of-upcoming-album?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
### Cam – All Things Light (July 18, 2025)
Grammy-winning country-pop artist Cam released her introspective third studio album *All Things Light* on July 18 through RCA Records ([people.com](https://people.com/country-singer-cam-reveals-how-her-daughter-inspired-album-all-things-light-exclusive-11775275?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [melodicmag.com](https://www.melodicmag.com/news/cam-to-release-third-album-all-things-like-after-grammy-winning-songwriting/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)). Inspired by a poignant conversation about death with her 5-year-old daughter, the album navigates themes of fear, faith and motherhood in a genre-blending folk-pop sound.
• Lead-up single: “Everblue,” described by Cam as “peak sad girl,” arrived July 7, pairing acoustic guitars with lyrical vulnerability and an intimate video directed by James Mackel. ([outnowmagazine.com](https://outnowmagazine.com/cam-everblue/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
• Critical reception: Early reviews praise Cam’s vocal sincerity and thematic courage, marking *All Things Light* as her most complete artistic statement to date. ([people.com](https://people.com/country-singer-cam-reveals-how-her-daughter-inspired-album-all-things-light-exclusive-11775275?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
### Alex G – Headlights (July 18, 2025)
Philadelphia indie-rock auteur Alex G (Alex Giannascoli) issued his tenth studio album—and major-label debut—*Headlights* on July 18 via RCA Records ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Headlights_%28Alex_G_album%29?utm_source=chatgpt.com), [brooklynvegan.com](https://www.brooklynvegan.com/alex-g-announces-new-lp-headlights-shares-afterlife-exclusive-vinyl/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)). Co-produced with Jacob Portrait, the record spans 12 tracks and showcases Alex G’s signature blend of Americana, lo-fi textures and lyrical introspection.
• Preceding singles:
– “Afterlife” (May 29) introduced the album’s mandolin-driven folk vibe, accompanied by a Charlotte Rutherford-directed video. ([brooklynvegan.com](https://www.brooklynvegan.com/alex-g-announces-new-lp-headlights-shares-afterlife-exclusive-vinyl/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
– Follow-up single “June Guitar” dropped June 27, featuring accordion accents and multi-layered harmonies. ([brooklynvegan.com](https://www.brooklynvegan.com/alex-g-shares-june-guitar-from-new-lp-headlights/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
• Live debut: Alex G previewed *Headlights* at an intimate New York City performance on July 18, playing most of the album in a sweltering indoor-soccer-field venue. Fans lauded the raw immediacy of the live debut. ([brooklynvegan.com](https://www.brooklynvegan.com/alex-g-debuted-new-album-at-intimate-sweaty-nyc-show-pics-video/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
## Surprise Releases & Single Success
### Justin Bieber – SWAG era
On July 11, Justin Bieber stunned fans with the surprise release of his seventh studio album *SWAG* via ILH Productions/Def Jam, marking his first post-Scooter Braun project and featuring collaborators like Gunna, Dijon and Sexyy Red ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Swag_%28Justin_Bieber_album%29?utm_source=chatgpt.com)). Over the past week, Bieber reinforced the era with the pop-R&B single “Daisies,” which debuted July 14 and swiftly became Pop Radio’s most-added track, topping Mediabase’s add board with pickups at 85 stations ([headlineplanet.com](https://headlineplanet.com/home/2025/07/15/justin-biebers-daisies-ranks-as-pop-radios-most-added-song/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)). Reviews highlight the album’s vocal maturity and genre experiments, even as critics note occasional lyrical missteps. ([pitchfork.com](https://pitchfork.com/reviews/albums/justin-bieber-swag?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
## Industry Highlights & Trends
• Travis Scott’s Cactus Jack collective dropped *JACKBOYS 2* on July 18, delivering 17 new tracks with features from Future, Playboi Carti and Vybz Kartel, followed by a deluxe edition adding three extra songs. ([hypebeast.com](https://hypebeast.com/2025/7/things-we-loved-in-music-this-week-july-18-travis-scott-cactus-jack-jackboys-2-blood-orange-tyler-the-creator-drake?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
• Dev Hynes (Blood Orange) announced via Instagram a new album *Essex Honey*, slated for August 29 release and boasting guest spots from Lorde, Daniel Caesar and Mustafa. ([hypebeast.com](https://hypebeast.com/2025/7/things-we-loved-in-music-this-week-july-18-travis-scott-cactus-jack-jackboys-2-blood-orange-tyler-the-creator-drake?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
• Metro Boomin revealed his next project, *A Futuristic Summa*, set to drop July 22, signaling a rapid follow-up to his 2024 releases. ([hypebeast.com](https://hypebeast.com/2025/7/things-we-loved-in-music-this-week-july-18-travis-scott-cactus-jack-jackboys-2-blood-orange-tyler-the-creator-drake?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
## Upcoming Teasers
### Tyler, the Creator – Don’t Tap the Glass (July 21, 2025)
During his July 18 Barclays Center show, Tyler, the Creator unveiled the title *Don’t Tap the Glass*, directing fans to DontTapTheGlass.com where pre-orders for vinyl, CDs and box sets ship on July 21 ([pitchfork.com](https://pitchfork.com/news/tyler-the-creator-teases-dont-tap-the-glass?utm_source=chatgpt.com)). This surprise announcement caps a week of cryptic installations and digital signage, and follows his successful *Chromakopia* world tour leg. The full album arrival on Monday promises another inventive chapter from the boundary-pushing rapper and producer. ([pitchfork.com](https://pitchfork.com/news/tyler-the-creator-teases-dont-tap-the-glass?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
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