Fans Vote MGK’s “Lost Americana” as Best New Release of the Week on InMusic Blog
e collaborations, including Switchfoot, Dean Lewis, and Marshmello. Ed Sheeran’s “A Little More,” the fourth single from his upcoming eighth album Play, came in third, buoyed by a video that revisits Rupert Grint’s obsessive fan character from 2011’s “Lego House.” Gunna’s The Last Wun rounded out the lineup, marking his final release under YSL Records and hinting at an Afrobeat and dancehall influence through collaborations with Offset, WizKid, Burna Boy, and Asake.
Machine Gun Kelly, known as MGK, has taken the music world by storm with his latest album, Lost Americana, which has been voted by fans as the Best New Release of the Week in a recent X (formerly Twitter) poll. Beating out tough competition from Ed Sheeran, Gunna, and the Jonas Brothers, Lost Americana has captured the hearts of listeners with its raw and emotional storytelling.
Released on August 8, Lost Americana showcases a new side of MGK, blending his rock roots with personal narratives that delve deep into themes of identity, fame, and the complexities of modern-day America. MGK himself describes this album as his most emotionally honest and ambitious work so far, a sentiment that resonates with fans who have been captivated by tracks like “Cliché,” “Vampire Diaries,” and “Miss Sunshine.” The album’s promotional efforts were further enhanced by a cinematic trailer featuring narration by the legendary Bob Dylan.
In a close second place in the poll was the Jonas Brothers’ Greetings from Your Hometown, a nostalgic and energetic pop-rock album that has won over fans with its catchy tunes and star-studded collaborations with the likes of Switchfoot, Dean Lewis, and Marshmello. Ed Sheeran’s “A Little More,” a single from his upcoming album, claimed the third spot with the help of a music video that revisits a fan-favorite character from one of his earlier songs. Gunna’s The Last Wun, rounding off the list, offers a blend of Afrobeat and dancehall influences in collaboration with industry heavyweights like Offset, WizKid, Burna Boy, and Asake.
For music enthusiasts looking to have their voices heard, make sure to follow InMusic on X/Twitter to participate in the next poll and vote for your favorite new releases each week. MGK’s Lost Americana has set the bar high as the Best New Release of the Week, leaving fans eager to see what musical magic he will bring next.