Sunday Spin: New Releases From UMI, HOHYUN, elijah woods, Rin, and Neena Roe
Sunday Spin is EnVi‘s weekly music showcase, where we bring you the hottest global hits in our curated playlist. Join us every Sunday for new music that sets the perfect tone for your upcoming week.
This summer has been one to remember — and we are only halfway through! Our favorite artists have been working nonstop to create the perfect songs for wherever your summer has taken you, and they’re only getting better. Whether you’re stepping into your new era or reflecting on past ones, both the soundtrack of this week’s Sunday Spin and Team EnVi have your back.
UMI – “SOMEWHERE NEW”
With a wave of excitement, UMI is back after her last single “10AM” in June — but this time, she bears two singles and an album announcement! Her lead single “SOMEWHERE NEW” comes alongside its sister single “WHAT NOW” and was released with a dark, metallic music video. “SOMEWHERE NEW” encompasses the battle between a rising ominous, unsettling feeling of needing change while also wishing those in your past and present happiness.
The music video is a work of performance art, with UMI spinning in a dimly lit room in a dazed state. Between these clips are montages that could act as either memories or moments that reflect nostalgia. The visuals of “SOMEWHERE NEW” are similar to those in “HARD TRUTHS (feat. 6lack)” and come as a complete opposite to those featured in “10AM.” Though there may be similarities, each song is vastly different in message, which is intentional: UMI revealed in an Instagram post that each song on her upcoming album comes from stories by different people, each uniquely their own, with a universal message.
HOHYUN – “FLAWED”
After his impactful performance at D.C.’s KaptureCon, HOHYUN is now delivering raw and vulnerable vocals on “FLAWED.” With a dreamy, old-school production, “FLAWED” is a cinematic track that grows in depth with the addition of HOHYUN’s vocals. The intense instruments bring a rock base, but the singer’s diverse vocal range matches the beat with a classic performance perspective.
“FLAWED” creates a bold and gritty juxtaposition between every moving part, and it works perfectly for HOHYUN’s discography. From start to finish, the single is perfect for his newest chapter of music and welcomes in his next project, his future album Petrichor. If you’re interested in seeing “FLAWED” live, be sure to check out HOHYUN’s performance at K-pop Minicon on August 16th!
Rin – “potential”
After teasing the song on social media over half a year ago, Rin’s “potential” is now available for streaming and can finally be enjoyed in its full-length glory. “Potential” is for those having a sad girl summer while reflecting on what could have been with someone who didn’t feel the same in a relationship. The song is played with Rin’s signature vocal softness that enhances the feeling of girlhood and femininity on the track.
Supported by an acoustic guitar and the whimsical addition of occasional keys, “potential” is subtle yet floral in feel, like organic feelings coming and going. During the chorus, Rin explains the idea of “potential,” singing, “’Cause for a second / I thought I’d finally have my turn / Potential gets the best of me / I guess I’ll never learn,” before slowing down into each verse.
Rin has a trifecta of amazing releases so far this year with “homebody,” “best interest,” and “i figured you’d love me,” and they are now joined by “potential.” The singer also opened for The Two Lips and Esha Tewari in June and July — and we still have half a year left to see where else she takes us!
PRYVT – “When I Go”
PRYVT have made their highly-anticipated return after the release of their album &SCENE in 2024, but this time they’re not alone. Joined by Korean rapper Big Naughty, the trio combines a warm production with a heavy beat that feels like a humid summer night. The track weaves through genres with rock, alternative, and pop infused throughout to create emotional and sonic waves.
In a press release, member Hanuel explained, “‘When I Go’ is a song about losing the memory of someone you love.” He continued, “It could be viewed in either perspective. The one to lose the memories or the one to see the memories being lost. But choosing to stick by each other through everything and hoping the lost memories [can] be found in the mind once again.” The music video dives even deeper into this narrative while showing the lovers’ memories on screen as they reunite, feeling both anxiety and joy. Both members, Hanuel and JT, are ready for “When I Go” to mark the start of their music for 2025, and have a lot more in store for the second half of the year.
Neena Roe – “ROSAS”
Neena Roe is here to enchant you with her spellbinding newest release, “ROSAS.” Blending Persian and Spanish influences, the track is sensual, hypnotic, and impossible to resist, exactly like a siren’s call. Neena’s silk-smooth vocals shift effortlessly between Persian, her mother tongue; Spanish, which she learned while living in El Salvador at 17; and English, creating an alluring, trilingual soundscape. As Neena claims, “ROSAS” is unlike anything she’s ever done, marking a new artistic venture for the Iranian singer-songwriter. The song is a slow-burn that’ll wrap listeners in a haze of desire and longing. With “ROSAS,” Neena Roe proves that music and multilingual expression are one and the same in her world — magical.
Vince A – “Let’s Fly”
If you are looking for the perfect romantic jam to accompany these summer nights, look no further! Bay Area singer-songwriter Vince A is here to swoon hearts and charm audiences with his debut EP, High Fidelity. The EP is described in a press release as “a soundtrack for every heart that’s dared to love, lost, and begun again.” These deep emotions are conveyed through nostalgic grooves with modern flair.
Vince A’s single “Let’s Fly” is a retro-style R&B track full of funk to have you moving along, and serves as a bold and honest anthem for all the unapologetic lovers! Vince A is unafraid to serenade his lover and let them know how smitten he is. His smooth vocal delivery is the perfect companion to the nostalgic beat and intimate lyrics. He confesses: “Something happens to me when I see ya / I feel like I’m in outer space / It’s no secret that I really need you / I’m begging you come my way.” The track is complete with a quirky vintage music video that shows off Vince A’s infectious personality. Vince A passionately sings ahead of a starry galaxy — even hitting some quintessential Bay Area dance moves along the way. This is only the beginning for Vince A, and EnVi is here for these immaculate vibes!
MyVeronica & Friend’s House – “Sacred Heart”
MyVeronica gets raw and real with their latest single, “Sacred Heart,” a tender first taste of their upcoming EP Farewell Skylines, dropping August 8th. A collaborative project with Friend’s House, Farewell Skylines leans into moody nostalgia and quiet yearning — and with “Scared Heart,” they’re already tugging on our feelings. The song is a slow burn, but packed with emotion. The stripped-back production and explosive emotional turns create a tug-of-war between tenderness and chaos. “This song is an expression of love, a reminder to hold on to the things that matter. A reminder to choose love, even if it hurts,” says MyVeronica’s leader, Mia Lin, in a press release. The song’s official music video brings the song’s emotions to life, with the band paying homage to their hometown of Los Angeles. Shot and self-produced in Elysian Park, the video captures the golden-hour glow of the city skyline.
MyVeronica Socials: IG | Website | YT
Friend’s House Socials: IG
STAYC – “I WANT IT”
STAYC girls, it’s going down! Beat the summer heat with STAYC’s sizzling new special single album, I WANT IT. The title track of the same name brings high-voltage energy through an electrifying blend of dance-pop and feel-good vibes. It’s bold, catchy, and bursting with sunshine, guaranteed to get you on your feet.
The group dives headfirst into a celebration of self-worth and nonchalance. “Don’t care what others think, too chill,” they sing, brushing off expectations with effortless chic. The post-chorus “love me, lo-love me” doubles as a self-love mantra, reminding us to give ourselves some affection too. The fun doesn’t end there! The album also features two equally charming tracks, “Honestly” and “BOY,” if you’re looking for more! Confident, catchy, and totally carefree, STAYC is here to soundtrack the rest of your hot girl summer!
elijah woods – “Ghost On The Radio”
Elijah woods is turning heartbreak into an irresistibly catchy melody with his new single, “Ghost On The Radio.” This new release is a sneak peek of his upcoming debut album, Can We Talk?, releasing on October 14th. Serving as his lead single, “Ghost On The Radio” captures the feeling of still being haunted by a past relationship. The track blends upbeat pop with lyrics that will pull at your heartstrings as elijah confesses how he’s still seeing fragments of his former lover every day. In the chorus, he admits, “I still hear your ghost on the radio.” If you’re looking for a song to encourage you to dance through your tears, “Ghost On The Radio” is the one for you!
“Ghost On The Radio” also kicks off elijah wood’s second headline tour across Asia, including a sold-out show in Hong Kong and performances at Japan’s Summer Sonic Festival in both Tokyo and Osaka. Be sure to listen to “Ghost On The Radio” and keep your ears peeled for Can We Talk? when it officially drops this fall!
Izabella Rose – “Honey Honey Baby”
With the summertime haze of July in full effect, it’s never too late for a new summer pop anthem… and Izabella Rose has just what you need. This week, the up-and-coming Afro-Latina singer and Disney darling dropped her third single, “Honey Honey Baby,” a sweet retro-pop track about navigating a crush who’s giving mixed signals. Earlier this year, audiences were treated to a taste of “Honey Honey Baby” on Greater Than Distribution’s “Scouting for Stars” mall tour, with Rose as a mainstay performer.
Dripping with lush synths and a vibrant beat, the track beautifully captures the singer’s syrupy vocals and warm personality in a bite-sized 2.5-minute runtime. “Maybe I’m reading between the wrong lines / Maybe I’m caught in between my own time line,” she sings in the track’s opening verse, before giving into the earworm of a hook: “Honey honey baby, you drip your sweetness off of me / Won’t you be my honey bee?” In a press release, Rose stated, “I was actually inspired by a Kali Uchis song while getting ready for a mall tour, recorded a voice memo, and later it just all clicked with the beat a producer shared with me. We built the whole song in an hour — it was magic.” And like a good magician, Izabella Rose has appeared.
PENOMECO & YDG – “EGGE”
Get ready to get groovy with PENOMECO’s latest album drop, RNSSNC TAPE! This eight-track EP, dropping over a year after his 2024 release Organic2, marks the Korean rapper’s long-awaited return. Drawing from the word “Renaissance,” RNSSNC TAPE is a genre-blending statement piece filled with hip-hop, R&B, Afro fusion, and EDM elements.
Front and center is the title track, “EGGE.” It’s a satirical, swagger-filled anthem that transforms the Korean scoff “애걔” into a Latin pop-inspired banger. The song reunites PENOMECO with veteran rapper and actor YDG on their first collaboration since their 2023 viral hit “BOLO.” Together, they deliver charisma packed verses to take down their haters and empty talk. “EGGE” is both playful and confident, dyed with cleverness and confidence. If you’re looking for a song to add to your boss persona playlist, this one is for you!
YDG Socials: IG
Other tracks in this week’s Sunday Spin playlist include “HOWL” by Ayumu Imazu, “Follow Your Steps (feat. BIBI)” by 10CM, and “Baby Chop” by boylife, No Rome, and Keshi. Listen to everything mentioned and more, curated by Team EnVi only for you on Spotify.
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