On November 24, the Roundhouse in London hosted the final sold-out night of Dodie’s tour supporting her sophomore album, NOT FOR LACK OF TRYING. The critically acclaimed artist, who rose from a bedroom YouTube producer to an international voice for bisexuality and mental health awareness, delivered a performance that was deeply personal, cinematically beautiful, and ultimately a joyous communal experience. The entire evening successfully conveyed the complex emotions, vulnerability, and quiet pride of the album, translating its intricate sonic tapestry perfectly to the live stage.

This week’s New Noise (12/09) roundup is stacked with genre-defying releases and unexpected comebacks. Chase Atlantic dive deeper into their dark, hypnotic alt-R&B lane with a sleek new single, while Demi Lovato continues her return to pure pop, delivering a polished, infectious track. Limp Bizkit crash back onto the scene with a chaotic blend of nostalgia and nu-metal energy, and Twenty One Pilots drop a cryptic, emotionally layered track that pushes their narrative further into uncharted territory.

This week’s New Noise: Weekly Music Highlights brings a stacked lineup of fresh releases across rock, metal, R&B and pop. From fiery singles to emotionally charged albums, we’ve rounded up the best new tracks you need to hear. Dive in and discover what’s making noise this week.

English singer‑songwriter dodie has officially announced her second solo album, Not For Lack Of Trying, due for release on 3 October 2025. The record follows her 2021 debut Build A Problem and her work with indie-pop collective FIZZ on their 2023 project The Secret To Life.