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Dazed's Definitive Soundtrack to 2025


Office Anthems Highlight Emerging and Established Talent


Music publication Dazed has unveiled its official list of the best tracks of 2025, a curated selection of 20 anthems that defined the year for its editorial team. The list features a powerful mix of artists, including the haunting folk of Ethel Cain and the anthemic hip

  • hop of Rico Ace.


    • Spotlight on Standout Singles


    The highlighted best tracks of 2025 showcase a diverse range of musical styles. Key entries from the list include Ethel Cain's "Nettles," Smerz's "You've got time and I've got money," and EsDeeKid's "Fakemink." Rico Ace's "LV Sandals" is also featured as a particularly notable anthem.


    A Glimpse into the Year's Musical Pulse


    This annual roundup serves as a snapshot of the sounds that captured the cultural zeitgeist. The selections, played frequently in the Dazed office, reflect the team's picks for the most compelling and influential music released this year.



    • Ethel Cain
    • "Nettles"

    • Smerz
    • "You've got time and I've got money"

    • EsDeeKid
    • "Fakemink"

    • Rico Ace
    • "LV Sandals"