Clockwise from top left: I M U R, Written By Wolves, Tristen, Katastro, Fiddlehead, Charles Spearin and Scorey.

We’re happy to find some of the best songs so you don’t have to. Whether you’re listening to the rock-filled sonics of Written By Wolves, the futuristic electro-pop of Charles Spearin or R&B techno vibes from I M U R, this week’s selections are a treat for the ears.

Charles Spearin, “Unsolicited Advice” — This unique track has both a futuristic and nostalgic feel. With ’80s styles and new wave pop, you may feel like you’re stepping into a time machine. Spearin sings with robotic vocals while reading a letter written to both his past self and loved ones who still have yet to take flight in their lives. He also calls for them to take care of themselves in their struggles. “I know it’s all a bit overwhelming / The world is pretty big / And there is an awful lot of awful in it,” he sings. The song comes as a helpful reminder during Mental Health Awareness Month.

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Written By Wolves featuring Kellin Quinn, “Help Me Through the Night” — New Zealand rock band Written By Wolves joins with Sleeping With Sirens frontman Kellin Quinn on this reimagined version of its 2019 song (off debut album Secrets). It opens with majestic layers of piano, progressively introducing a head-bopping drumbeat before the track fully takes off in a storm of electronically produced tones and a guitar-heavy chorus. Meanwhile, Michael Murphy’s vocals bring a nostalgic 2000s pop-rock vibe as he faces a dark period in life with. “The devil’s on my shoulder / Tell me I’m all right / Help me through the night,” he sings.

I M U R, “Sad Girls Club” — This R&B-infused electro-pop track is layers upon layers of sound. Meanwhile, Jenny Lea’s Halsey-like vocals take center stage, as she withers away in self-deprecation and feelings of unworthiness, chanting, “Welcome to the shit show.” The song really comes alive after the second chorus, when a fireworks display of techo-styled beats and other colorful dance-vibe sonics explode.

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Tristen, “Wrong With You” — Through repetitious guitar strumming patterns and catchy drumming, singer-songwriter Tristen’s spunky vocals bouncily capture the insecurities felt in a relationship. The opening line paints that picture: “Haven’t you seen enough of me / Dragging you around in the dirt?”

Katastro, “The Way I Feel” — Tempe band Katastro blends hip-hop, electro-pop and rock in this breakup anthem. The verses are mostly held up by the keyboard while the chorus blasts off with drummer Andrew Stravers, guitarist Tanner Riccio and bassist Ryan Weddle. Andy Chaves, meanwhile, shows that he’s truly done in a relationship, explicitly confessing, “I just want to let you know/ Your attitude is fucking wack/ And when I say I love you though/ You don’t even say I love you back.”

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Fiddlehead, “Down University” — Pop-punk band Fiddlehead turns up the volume on this powerhouse jam. This song immediately dives in with clashes of Shawn Costa’s drums as guitarist Alex Henery and bassist Casey Nealon bring the heat. This anthem draws on the pressure students feel at high-ranked universities, trying to live up to expectations. Pat Flynn’s passionate vocals align with those feelings. “You try, yet you feel unsure/ Of yourself and lie on the ‘failure floor,’” he screams while desperately repeating “Are you out?” as he hopes to get to the finish line of graduation.

Editor’s bonus pick: Scorey, “Rock ‘N Roll”—It’s hip-hop, sure, but it’s laid over a legit pop-punk guitar riff. Combined with the longing in Scorey’s voice and the generally melancholic melody that contrasts the guitar playing, you end up with a track that makes many types of playlists and should, hopefully, find success across genres on the radio. Scorey is a 22-year-old Syracuse, New York native. He’s currently working on a debut project, but we’d love to see what he could come up with when paired with fellow Upstate New Yorkers Joywave.

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Amelia’s pick—While there are a number of these I personally found enjoyable, my overall pick goes to Written By Wolves’ “Help Me Through the Night.” Even though this song has a bit of a heavy message, the high-energy rock vibes led by the piano playing will have you playing this song on loop.

Follow writer Amelia Parreira at Twitter.com/AmeliaParreira.