• 14 Oct, 2025

New Face, Big Sound: Benson Boone is Here to Stay

New Face, Big Sound: Benson Boone is Here to Stay

From Shadows to Spotlight in 2025

In a year full of sonic experimentation and digital noise, one artist’s voice cut through with raw honesty and contagious melodies: Sombr. The mysterious singer-songwriter broke out in 2025 with a pair of tracks—“Back to Friends” and “Undressed”—that went viral for being both tender and painfully relatable. While the internet debates genre, Sombr’s music sidesteps the labels and lands where it matters most: feeling.

No Filters, Just Feels

What makes “Undressed” so compelling isn’t just the lush production or slow-build chorus—it’s the emotional transparency. Sombr explores heartbreak and healing without needing drama or flair. “Back to Friends” taps into a more universal theme of relationships gone quiet, capturing a moment many pretend doesn’t exist.

The Next Wave, Already Here

Though still early in their career, Sombr's ability to craft a mood speaks to something deeper than trends. Whether they pivot towards a more alternative or mainstream pop route, they’ve already proven they can anchor a new generation of emotionally fluent artists.

Valerie W.

Valerie is the writer of Wavy Music Magazine, a premier destination for music industry professionals. Through her interviews, reviews, and expert insights, she keeps readers up-to-date on the latest trends and developments in the world of music.