A love for music is at the heart of everything we do at Startle. That won’t come as news to anyone!

Every month, Magnus, our Head of Music Development, pulls together what he thinks are the most captivating and essential releases from that month for Startle Selects. 

Our curators can then pick and choose from this playlist as they see fit, so that playlist updates for the brands who work with us are always up to date. It’s a win-win - we get to appreciate new music, and our clients soundtrack their sites with the freshest tunes. 

Ready to hear his top picks from April 2025?

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babygirl (like n01 else) - Night Tapes

Night Tapes’ latest single, “babygirl (like n01 else)", is the definition of a perfect dreamy mix of pop and electronic. 

The song blends elements of dream-pop, indie, and electronic music, characterised by hazy synths, ambient textures, and Vesik's ethereal vocals.

The London-based dream-pop trio, is currently working on their debut full-length album, which is slated for release in the second half of 2025. 

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Sweet Danger - Obongjayar

Obongjayar's latest single, "Sweet Danger," serves as the third single from his forthcoming album Paradise Now, set to release on May 30. The song marks a stylistic evolution from his earlier work, incorporating elements of electronic, pop, afrobeat, soul, and glam rock. 

The track features Obongjayar's vocals over a consistent rhythm of percussion and bass, complemented by occasional guitar strums and backing vocals. His falsetto in the chorus makes it both danceable and emotional. 

"Sweet Danger" stands as a testament to Obongjayar's ability to merge diverse musical styles and visual storytelling, offering listeners a glimpse into the upcoming Paradise Now.

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Back To Me - The Marias

"Back To Me" is a 2025 single by American indie pop band The Marías. The track serves as a continuation of the themes explored in their 2024 album Submarine.

Musically, "Back To Me" is dreamy and synth-laden with gentle percussion. The song captures a sense of longing and vulnerability, with lyrics expressing a desperate hope for emotional connection.

"Back To Me" balances melancholy and hope, offering listeners a poignant exploration of post-breakup emotions. The track's atmospheric production and heartfelt lyrics have further solidified The Marías' reputation for crafting emotive, genre-blending music.

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Am I Your Girl (dance version) - Peach Pit

​”Am I Your Girl (dance version)” is the latest single from Canadian indie pop band Peach Pit. The track is a slightly funkier and upbeat adaptation of the original “Am I Your Girl” from their 2024 album Magpie. 

The tune blends elements of indie rock, surf rock, and jangle pop, with soft-spoken vocals and guitar-driven melodies. Although not a million miles away from the original, the dance version has a noticeable groove throughout, with dreamy, happy sounding synths and more upbeat drums.

Peach Pit is actively touring and promoting their latest album, Magpie, released on October 25, 2024. The band is currently on their "Long Hair, Long Life" tour, with upcoming performances across North America and Europe.

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Tyrants - Sam Fender

Initially available exclusively on the limited 7-inch vinyl edition of the album's lead single, "People Watching," "Tyrants" was later featured on the Me and the Dog EP, a special 12-inch vinyl released for Record Store Day UK on 12 April 2025.

The song builds from moody, reverb-soaked guitar arpeggios into a climax of distorted guitars and crashing drums. The arrangement intensifies throughout, including Fender’s vocals. Drawing on post-punk and Springsteen-style rock influences, the track creates a tense, atmospheric sound that erupts at the end.

Sam Fender's most recent album, People Watching, was released on 21 February 2025. This marks his third studio album, following Seventeen Going Under (2021) and Hypersonic Missiles (2019).