Maisie Peters gets her famous friends to help with her latest video, J. Cole is as retrospective as ever on his new album, and EsDeeKid shakes off the Timmy C comparisons with a biting new single: it’s Wonderlist!

Maisie Peters – “My Regards”

What happens when you put Maisie Peters, Benito Skinner and Amelia Dimoldenberg in a marketing meeting? “My Regards” seems to be the answer. The latest single plucked from pop sensation Peters’s forthcoming third full-length – Florescence, due 15th May, the new single is a colourful but moody country pop jam, augmented by a brilliant video starring the overcompensator and from the same mind as Chicken Shop Date. Sold? Us too.

J. Cole –  “WHO TF IZ U”

There’s a hell of a lot to unpack from The Fall-Off, the latest (and if rumours are true, final) from J. Cole. Across 24 tracks and over an hour and 40 minutes of runtime, the US rap heavyweight delivers personal, potent diary entries atop a coterie of hip hop sub-strands. How effective (and if it’s just too late) the work is is hard to say at the moment, less than 24 hours after release. There is certainly some fire tracks though – “WHO TF IZ U” proving an early standout.

EsDeeKid – “Omens” 

After his flirtations with Hollywood at the back end of 2025, EsDeeKid is back on his mischievous business on a new drop, “Omens”. Atop an ominous and abrasive trap instrumental, the scouse underground hero is a towering and turbulent presence. 

sombr – “Homewrecker”

Breakout star and Best New Artist GRAMMY-nominee sombr takes a trip to the wild west for his latest groove pop jam, “Homewrecker”. It’s an undeniable hit, bolstered by the Gus Black directed video, which is a lot of fun and stars Quenlin Blackwell and Milo Manheim.

Ecca Vandal – “BLEACH”

Ecca Vandal is already looking like a certified breakout star for 2026. The Melbourne-based polymath is an emblem of the DIY movement, and this latest effort, “BLEACH” is a shining example of such. She wrote, styled, edited and directed the video, while putting the work in on the track too – a glorious entangling of punky rap and electro soul.

Theodora – “Des Mythos”

Utilising her recognisable high-energy bouyon influences and avant-garde pop, “Des Mythos” introduces an intimate part of Theodora’s story through expressive and catchy lyrics. Shaped by a global upbringing and a sound fusing hip-hop, Caribbean bouyon, hyperpop, Afrobeat and DnB, Theodora continues to captivate millions as a symbol of the new wave of French music.

Sasha Keable – “heal something”

Some internet buzz, emotional angst, and strategic silence, UK R&B soulstress Sasha Keable is taking a firm step into ACT II, the deluxe project of her recent album act right. “heal something” is the focus single – no doubt in response to fan pleas for her to “RELEASE THIS SASHA” on TikTok. Well, she delivered. Her signature expression of deep yearning is conveyed through buttery vocals and glittery restraint, all blended into a soulful melody. This one’s for the lovers. 

Gia Margaret – “Everyone Around Me Dancing”

Quietly devastating and deeply affecting, the return of Gia Margaret walks the line between delicate warmth and icy emotionality. The first look at Singing, her new album via Jagjaguwar, set for release on 24th April, “Everyone Around Me Dancing” is a subtle and intricate ballad of isolation and social malaise. 

Charlotte Day Wilson – “Patchwork”

One of Canadian music’s most impressive artists to emerge in the last decade, a day when Toronto’s finest Charlotte Day Wilson releases is always a good one. New EP “Patchwork” holds production credits from Saya Gray, Ace G, and Braden Sauder, and is some of her most experimental and progressive music to date. The title track is the pick of the newly released bunch.

Puma Blue – “Mister Lost”

Nocturnal, avant-garde, often beautiful, Croak Dream, the return album from one of contemporary music’s most underrated players, Puma Blue, is a visceral and vivid listen. “Mister Lost” is a standout single from the work, and sonically is unlike anything we’ve ever heard from Puma – spoken word, muddy, atmospheric electronic textures, and sparse percussion. Excellent stuff.

Lolo Zouaï – “Holding On”

Lolo Zouaï reconnects with who she is after two years of silence, grief and rebirth, announcing Reverie, her new album due 24th April. Exploring her French roots across nine tracks, the album blends vulnerability with self-assertion through hybrid productions moving between alternative R&B, hip-hop, pop and Arabic influences. This teaser single, “Holding On”, illustrates the tension between holding on to the past and the desire to move forward, shaped by loss, pause and rediscovery. Raw emotion, floating melodies and dark, sensual textures place her voice at the heart of an introspective journey.

Zayn – “Die For Me” 

ZAYN leans fully into emotional precision on “Die For Me”, a slow-burning confession wrapped in glossy, late-night R&B. His voice does what it does best here – restrained, aching, and devastating without ever raising itself. It’s a song about loyalty pushed to the edge, where devotion feels equal parts romantic and reckless. This is a teaser for the yearners before the release of his fifth studio album, KONNAKOL – his most culturally inspired yet.

Friko – “Seven Degrees”

Friko’s “Seven Degrees” bears a heightened urgency, capturing something very raw while balancing sonically extravagant moments with emotionally searing impact. “Seven Degrees” tilts towards the ecstatic, a sing-along-ready anthem born from a linguistic misunderstanding, exploring connection and trying to stay close to the people you care about. Embracing a bolder sense of abandon, Friko locate a balance between wide-eyed idealism and lived experience.

Witch Post – “Worry Angel”

“Worry Angel” floats in that hazy space between comfort and unease, where Witch Post turns anxiety into something strangely beautiful. The track drifts on soft synths and gentle vocals, but there’s a heavy and grounded pulse that undercurrents the track – like a tussle you’re stuck in. It feels (and is) coming-of-age in its storytelling, dabbling in the intimate without being fragile, offering a wobbly reassurance while admitting the fear never fully leaves.

Eilish Constance – “1 plus 1”

Pairing featherlight vocals with intimate songwriting, Eilish Constance unveils “1 plus 1”, a lo-fi daydream set to lightly droning analogue synth, tape sounds and chiming mallets. Placing her delicate yet distinctive vocal at the centre, the track floats between imagination and physical sensation, bringing the listener into their own body. Weaving evocative atmospheres with a minimalist yet highly creative indie-pop soundscape, “1 plus 1” is another example of Constance’s quietly ambitious sonic vision, rejecting the conventional to disarm and charm in equal measure.

Dua Saleh ft. Bon Iver – “Glow” 

With their album Of Earth & Wires dropping on 15th May, the shape-shifting, multi-talented Dua Saleh is back with a teaser of what’s to come with two tracks, “Flood” and “Glow”, featuring the legendary Bon Iver. “Glow” is the standout – a soulful single with R&B sensibilities, with both artists working off each other impeccably atop an enticing, endearing instrumental palette.

Gwen Bunn – “Extra Mile”

Earning her first GRAMMY Award this year – contributing across Leon Thomas’s ‘Mutt’ – Gwen Bunn returns with her first solo release since 2022 in “Extra Mile.” Marking a significant shift in her artistry, with co-signs and collaborations from the likes of Kendrick Lamar, H.E.R., Steve Lacy, SZA, Donald Glover, ScHoolboy Q, and many more, the LA-based singer-songwriter and producer explores an electronic edge as her latest flex, breaking new ground sonically with warped textures and melodic intimacy.

Shelailai – “Pickup” 

LA’s very own Shelailai inaugurates 2026 with her latest drop “Pickup”, showing off her range in both flow and vocal inflexions. It’s a high-energy rap anthem that’ll be sure to get you out of your seat, with bouncy 808s and an addictive sample that’s all about the hype. We’re hoping to hear more of her signature style on her upcoming EP, “Little Miss Crazy Bitch”, which is scheduled to land on 3rd March. 

KiLLOWEN – “Naughties”

We fly through a tale of love told via KiLLOWEN’’s trademark blend of nostalgic sampling and nods to the early 2000s. His signature sample-led production sees him flip the iconic “Acceptable in the 80’s” by Calvin Harris which we’re loving!

SAÜD ft. Kojey Radical and Rapsody – “BIG” 

SAÜD makes a confident splash with “BIG”, a polished hip-hop cut that taps into old-school cool without sounding stuck in the past. Anchored by a crisp and catchy, head-nodding beat, the track balances an effortless charm with ego-style intention, giving London-heads Kojey Radical and Rapsody space to bring their distinct minds and sounds into the track. Recorded across London and North Carolina, there’s a global energy running through “BIG”, making it feel like a link-up. “BIG” feels both current and timeless, living up to its name. 

cruush – “Great Dane”

Mancunian alt-rockers are back with a new single, “Great Dane” via indie favourite label Heist or Hit. Fuzzy and atmospheric while biting and crunchy, it’s a progressive and well-crafted guitar jam suggesting plenty more to come from the rising band.

PUNCHBAG – “I Am Obsessed”

Opening on off-kilter piano stabs, the song quickly reveals something far darker beneath their restless left-field pop, framing obsession as disordered and overwhelming. Turning up the contrast on everyday life and pushing their sonic world into a grander landscape, their new EP sharpens the extremes that define PUNCHBAG, distilling the most intense, concentrated version of who they are as artists.

Eaves Wilder – “Hurricane Girl”

“Hurricane Girl” is a brilliantly bold statement from singer-songwriter Eaves Wilder. From the twinkle of her soprano vocals down to the shimmer from her sequin-striped top and brown suede, shearling-rimmed jacket, the track captures the restless spirit that comes with sometimes being a mess. Bursting with personality and bite, the track blends classic rock grandeur with sharp modern indie flair, pairing observational lyricism with a sense of playful chaos. 

Ariel J. – “We Still Dance”

Following an incendiary guest verse across Shae Universe’s recent offering “Journey To The Sun,” Atlanta-based, multi-disciplinary musician and poet Ariel J. sparks reflection and empowerment across “We Still Dance” ft. GRAMMY-winning producer and DJ Miss Milan (Doechii). Shaped during a period of deep social unease and turmoil, the track serves as an act of unity, where music and connection collide as a statement of intent to momentarily lift us above the noise.

Barbro – “Rewind”

Rising singer-songwriter Barbro has shared a gorgeous, meditative new album, Crossfade. The closing track “Rewind” is particularly affecting, with its soaring vocals and rich, resplendent instrumentation.

Dionne – “Out Of My Mind”

Dionne’s debut single, “Out Of My Mind” from her forthcoming EP, feels like a turning point for the Birmingham-born singer-songwriter – a fresh start. Pairing emotional depth with a newfound sonic confidence, the track, built on evocative guitar lines, sits in that uneasy tension between vulnerability and resolve, capturing moments of inner turmoil while still reaching toward hopefulness. 

TRUMAN – “BEER KNIGHTS”

East London poet, artist and musician Truman is back with another track to kick off his momentum into this year. “BEER KNIGHTS” is a menacing single, with a shadowy, dark violin dominating the instrumental as the artist gets really honest with us through his politically-charged lyrics. Make sure you keep a lookout for his upcoming project, Kid Raise Kid, coming in March. 

néomi – “Didn’t I”

Coming back off the emotional “Another Year Will Pass” EP from last year, the Dutch-Surinamese artist returns with “Didn’t I”. Highlighting Néomí’s ethereal folk and pop minimalist sound, she gets introspective about heartbreak as she lets go of guilt to reclaim her one perspective and fully step into her own light. 

Carrie Baxter – “Change”

Carrie Baxter returns with “Change”, her most powerful release yet, a deeply moving, gospel-tinted track that captures her at her most honest and self-aware. Blending dreamlike verses, spoken-word reflections and a soaring melodic chorus, “Change” explores guilt, growth and the quiet work of becoming who you’re meant to be. It is the latest single to be taken from her forthcoming debut album Seven.