10 Female Artists Releasing Albums in May 2025 That You Need to Know About
With artists like Lady Gaga, Tate McRae and Ariana Grande already dropping albums this year, 2025 is the gift that keeps on giving when it comes to new music; And there’s more where that came from! According to Luminate’s (formerly Nielsen Music) 2024 Music Year-End Report, an average of 99k songs are uploaded to streaming platforms every day! Out of all the music uploaded this month, here is a list of 10 albums from female artists spanning a wide range of genres that you will not want to miss out on.
Blondshell- If You Asked for a Picture
Releases on May 2nd, 2025
Blondshell is an alternative rock artist whose lyrics are outspoken and unapologetic. She released 4 singles including “T&A”, “What’s Fair”, “Two Times” and “23’s a Baby” prior to the release of her upcoming album collectively amassing over millions of streams. Given the success of her singles, the sophomore album, If You Asked for a Picture is promising.
Maddie & Tae- Love & Light
Releases on May 2nd, 2025
Maddie & Tae’s, “Girl in a Country Song” went viral on country radio in 2013 given its feminist perspective about women in country music. Now the award-winning duo is gracing the country music scene with Love & Light, an album that reflects on their personal growth over the years. With singles like “What a Woman Can Do” and “Kissing Cowboys”, this album is bound to be a hit with the girls.
Låpsley- I’M A HURRICANE I’M A WOMAN IN LOVE
Releases on May 2nd, 2025
Låpsley is a UK based artist who uses their acoustic pop music to advocate for climate change, mental health and other pressing issues. In her upcoming album, I’M A HURRRICANE I’M A WOMAN IN LOVE, she utilizes her music to unapologetically advocate for queer love. If you connect with music that works to make a difference, you will resonate with this album and this artist.
Pink Pantheress- Fancy That
Releases on May 9th, 2025
Like Låpsley, Pink Pantheress is a dance/electronic pop artist from the UK. Both the singles “Tonight” and “Stateside” off her upcoming album dive into having fun in love and relationships. If dancing the night away at the club is your jam, Fancy That is the album that will be the star of the night.
I’m With Her- Wild and Clear and Blue
Releases on May 9th, 2025
I’m With Her is a folk band, girl group consisting of members Sara Watkins, Sarah Jarosz, and Aoife O’Donovan. These singer/songwriters combine introspective lyricism, dreamy harmonies and acoustic instrumentation to create music that is intimate and beautiful. Given the bittersweet themes of hope within life’s struggles present in singles “Ancient Light” and “Standing on the Fault Line”, Wild and Clear and Blue is for those willing to accept the invitation to reflect on the journey of life.
Kali Uchis- Sincerely,
Releases on May 9th, 2025
Kali Uchis is a Latin pop artist that combines her influence of being raised between Virginia and Colombia by writing lyrics in both English and Spanish. This Grammy winner’s smooth voice and catchy music has awarded her billions of streams on Spotify and highly sought after spots in music festivals like Coachella and Governor’s Ball. With a track record like that, her upcoming album Sincerely, is bound to be a smash hit too.
Maren Morris- Dreamsicle
Releases on May 9th, 2025
Maren Morris started as Nashville songwriter getting cuts with artists like Tim McGraw and Kelly Clarkson before becoming a country artist in her own right. Her new upcoming album, Dreamsicle, departs from her country roots in favor of an alternative pop sound that delves into themes of healing amidst heartbreak. No matter the genre, Maren’s powerful voice and skillful writing shine through in all her music with Dreamsicle being no exception.
Rico Nasty- Lethal
Releases on May 16th, 2025
Rico Nasty is a bold rapper and singer that draws influence from rage in much of her music. Lethal tells the story of feeling trapped by the artist persona she created earlier in her career with more light and fun-loving songs like “On the Low” being released as a single for the album. If the rest of the album is anything like the singles, it will be one for the books.
Avery Anna- Let Go Letters
Releases on May 16th, 2025
Avery Anna is an emerging artist with a soulful and powerful voice. Her sophomore album, Let Go Letters, is an anthemic pop/rock album about moving through the pain and moving on from heartbreak. Given the catchy melodies and powerful instruments in singles like “Mr. Predictable” and “Wish You Well”, Let Go Letters is perfect for anyone coming into their power after a breakup.
Miley Cyrus- Something Beautiful
Releases on May 30th, 2025
Miley Cryus won her first Grammy for her 2023 song “Flowers” off her album, Endless Summer Vacation. She’s now following up that album with her upcoming album, Something Beautiful, that has an eclectic sound drawing influence from rock, pop, jazz and more. As many track names are blocked at the time of this writing, the direction of the album is unclear, but if it’s anything like the singles it’s sure to be refreshing.
Whether you like pop, rock, country or something different, each lady on this list brings something different to the table. Support them by taking a listen on release day anywhere you listen to music and let us know which one was your favorite!