Playlist of the week #274

Music news

Here is the weekend playlist, in which the WECB France editorial staff looks back on their favorites and discoveries of the week!

The weekend playlist can also be streamed!

The Jesus and Mary Chain – Girl 71

Discover the catchy new single from the Scottish post-punk band. “Girl 71” is taken from Glasgow Eyes, the Reid brothers’ upcoming studio album. They will present it at the Élysée Montmartre on April 13.

Bleachers – Me Before You

As his project’s next album approaches, Jack Antonoff unveils a new track, entitled “Me Before You”. Very nuanced and gentle, this title shows a new facet of the next delivery of Bleachers, scheduled for March 8.

USA Nails – The Sun in the Sands

Go to the land of noise rock with USA Nails, a London group despite its name. Discover the crazy “The Sun In The Sands”, a new extract from their next album, Feel Worse, scheduled for March 22.

Madlen Keys – The Stream

French alternative rock band Madlen Keys discusses the subject of mental health in their new track “The Stream”, catchy and not afraid to bring a few touches of modern pop. To be found in the Event Horizon album, already available.

Blowsom – Throw It Away

Blowsom celebrates the release of her debut album, OK Romance, with a joyfully pop track, titled “Throw It Away.” Mixing a heady keyboard with vocal lines that Rivers Cuomo would not have denied, this track will not fail to capture the attention of curious listeners.

Classless Act – Toxic

The American hard rock group tries its hand at covering the pop hit by releasing its reworked version of “Toxic” by Britney Spears, with the desire to add a punk aspect. A treat that allows you to wait before the release of their second album, on which Classless Act is currently working.

Lainey Wilson – Country’s Cool Again

Winner of “Best Country Album” this year at the Grammy Awards, singer Lainey Wilson sings the praises of her musical chapel in her new single, “Country’s Cool Again”. A catchy and sunny title to discover now.

Johan Asherton – Take A Chance With Me

French artist Johan Asherton sings of his love for Roxy Music with his suave and fine cover of “Take A Chance With Me”. This interpretation will be available in Matinee Idols, his next album, scheduled for March.

PURRS – To Be Enjoyed

The indie rock group from Angoulême screams its punk influences in “To Be Enjoyed”, its latest single. An energetic and angry track to be found in the album Goodbye Black Dog, now available.

Dehd – Mood Ring

The American alternative rock band Dehd announces the follow-up to their album Blue Skies with a catchy mid-tempo: Mood Ring. This is therefore the first extract from the album Poetry, which is scheduled for release on May 10.

If you missed the previous playlist, find it here

Staff

Written by

Christopher Johnson

Christopher Johnson is a dedicated writer and key contributor to the WECB website, Emerson College's student-run radio station. Passionate about music, radio communication, and journalism, Christopher pursues his craft with a blend of meticulous research and creative flair. His writings on the site cover an array of subjects, from music reviews and artist interviews to event updates and industry news. As an active member of the Emerson College community, Christopher is not only a writer but also an advocate for student involvement, using his work to foster increased engagement and enthusiasm within the school's radio and broadcasting culture. Through his consistent and high-quality outputs, Christopher Johnson helps shape the voice and identity of WECB, truly embodying its motto of being an inclusive, diverse, and enthusiastic music community.