September roundup: Latvia's new music comes with a wave of videos
LSM Kultūra has compiled Latvia's domestically released music from September, with this edition focusing on music videos rather than standalone songs. The month stands out for genre diversity and new musician collaborations.
This month's roundup of new Latvian music puts a special spotlight on video. The domestic music released in September — albums, songs and, above all, music videos — illustrates just how varied Latvia's music scene currently is.
A focus on the visual
Unlike in other months, musicians this September put notable effort into the visual side of their songs. Several artists provided music videos for their new tracks, and some went even further, producing short films. For this reason, the roundup skips its usual separate section dedicated purely to new songs released without accompanying video.
Genre variety and new collaborations
September stands out for its genre breadth — the works made public cover a range of musical styles, confirming that Latvia's music scene isn't confined to a single dominant direction.
The month also shows a trend of already well-known and recognizable musicians deciding to join forces in new ensembles. This points to an active collaborative culture within the local music community, where experienced performers are seeking new forms of expression by working alongside other artists.
An international direction
At the same time, more Latvian musicians are positioning themselves on the international stage, forming collaborations with partners abroad. This trend is also reflected in the language of the released songs — the number of tracks sung in English is growing, as musicians seek broader audiences beyond Latvia by choosing a more internationally accessible language.
Overall, the roundup offers a glimpse into how Latvia's music industry is developing along several lines at once — preserving genre diversity, expanding visual expression, and moving toward international recognition.
