Skepta’s triumphant comeback album, SLAYYYTER is finishing the year on a high, Ecco2k is perplexingly brilliant: it’s Wonderlist!

Skepta ft. Central Cee, Jorja Smith – “Broken Hearts”

The UK rap goat has returned to reclaim his crown. With the sprawling, eclectic The Fork and Knife – his first solo album since 2019’s Ignorance In Bliss – Skepta delivers some of the finest craftsmanship of his career, pushing the boat out stylistically and diving deep lyrically. To mark the occasion, he brings together two of the UK’s biggest, Central Cee and Jorja Smith, for the excellent “Broken Hearts”.

SLAYYYTER – “hey boyyy”

One of 2026’s big breakout stars, SLAYYYTER is finishing the year strongly with her forthcoming album, wor$t man in america. Set for release on 4th December, the record is a companion piece for her acclaimed March-released LP, WOR$T GIRL IN AMERICA. We’ve been blessed with a fresh teaser in the shape of the playful and potent “hey boyyy”, which comes accompanied by a self-directed music video.

Ecco2k – “Sky Burial”

After nearly five years without new solo music, Drain Gang’s Ecco2k starts a new chapter with “Sky Burial”, following last week’s release “Aldehydes and Ketones”. Produced by longtime collaborator Whitearmor, the track swaps the colder, industrial sounds of its predecessor for something much warmer and euphoric. Its accompanying video, filmed across 12 countries over six years, sees its protagonist dancing beneath a solar eclipse that turns out to be industrial glare. Two new tracks in just over a week? We’ll take it.

Christine and the Queens – “Rendez vous avec toi”

Christine and the Queens want to “Rendez-vous avec toi” on this infectious, uptempo disco groove, laced with organic instrumentation and a little Moroder-inspired magic. Released in both French and English, the track presents itself as a luminous invitation to surrender to desire, find your way back to love and let the night take its course. Accompanied by a Paris-shot video co-directed by Chris and Raphaël De Albuquerque, it’s the first taste of a new album set to arrive next Spring.

Saya Gray – “FERAL CHILD ;-0”

Saya Gray has established herself among the most creative, compelling and experimental names in global pop over the past few years. After last year’s instantly seminal self-titled album, she’s back with the third entry into her “QWERTY” series, a run of projects where the Canadian pushes her already avant-garde sound to glorious new limits. “FERAL CHILD ;-0” is the vibrant focus track.

Lil Baby – “Mr. Do Something”

Following his #1 hit “Dead Fresh”, produced by rap royalty Pharrell Williams, Lil Baby is back with his latest album Fresh. With the standout track “Mr. Do Something”, the Atlanta native is back in his bag, showing off his signature effortless flow over a vibrant sample and bouncy low-end. 

Bassvictim – “God I Wonder” 

Electronic duo Bassvictim have dropped their new 19-track album PEACE + WAR, and “God I Wonder”, the first track on the album, is one to have on repeat. Maria Manow’s vocals feel like a desperate plea twisting around Ike Clateman’s heavy production. The album moves between biting distortion, warped pop and more raw and vulnerable lyrics, proving again that there is more to Bassvictim than party soundtracks. They’re celebrating the release with a headline show at London’s Troxy tonight, a full-circle moment for Maria, who used to work at the venue.

untitled (halo) – “how to make your love stay”

Los Angeles four-piece untitled (halo) are getting to grips with the art of “how to make your love stay”, lifted from their self-titled debut album, out today via Dirty Hit. Co-produced with pop zeitgeist urika’s bedroom, the track weaves between hazy electronic production, guitar-led introspection and rap-rock sensibilities, balancing an immersive soundscape with a message altogether vulnerable. Born out of friendship and built around front woman Ariana [Mamnoon]’s heartache, it’s a bittersweet meditation on love, loss and the lengths we’ll go to make the good things last.

Petra – “I Am God”

Slovakian-born, London-based artist Petra releases “I Am God”, a new single that takes a much more maximalist turn than September’s “Zeppelin”. Between instrumental bursts, catharsis and destruction, she explores ideas around faith, ego and self-perception. As Petra puts it, she’s “disgustingly convinced” she’s something more than human, at least until the feeling passes.

Elyanna – “Ghazali”

Palestinian-Chilean pop darling Elyanna is back with a vibrant new single, “Ghazali”, with brisk, uptempo percussion, delectable vocals and a celebratory ambience, leaning into Indian cultural maxims and reflecting on her time supporting Coldplay on tour. The accompanying video is shot in Uzbekistan at the Franco-Uzbek painters Daima and Maxime Vardanian’s studio. 

Thaïs Ray – “apple tree” 

Following up her EP “A french love letter” from earlier this year is Thaïs Ray’s latest single “apple tree”. Accompanied by a video with Paris-based visual artist Violette Edgar-Rosa, the French-born artist enters a more elusive world as she takes influence from Irish folk for an ethereal soundscape that mixes alt indie codes with dream pop. 

D(Juno) – “Toutes”

French neo-soulstress (D)Juno loves them “Toutes”, she sings on the second track from her recent EP, “(D), out today. Channelling that sultry, sensual and subtly cheeky sound that people have found themselves swaying to, the track is a somewhat tongue-in-cheek expulsion of the thoughts that can race through one’s mind when they dabble in the raunch and romance.

KhakiKid – “Must Be A Man” 

Irish alt-rapper KhakiKid swaps his playful takes for something more introspective on his new single “Must Be A Man”. Taking aim at the clichés and expectations around masculinity, the track talks about suppressing emotions and learning to be vulnerable, still through his signature wit and irony. Inspired by an emotional conversation about mental health at a Movember event years ago, the hook was written the following day and sat untouched for years before he felt ready to revisit it. 

Ojerime – “Nobody”

Nigerian pop starlet desires “Nobody” but one on this double release from her debut EP, “Don’t Stare At The Flame”. Draped in hazy alternative R&B, ’90s-inspired soul and after-dark grooves, the project pairs her signature honeyed vocals, offering a nostalgic take on a fresh situation: yearning for someone when your heart can’t lie with anyone else.

Déyyess – “Well I Might Just Die”

In “Well I Might Just Die”, alt-pop rising star Déyyess delivers an EP of soaring highs and delicate depths. A celebration of queer love, a retrospection on the complexity of romance, and an honest, emotionally vast look inwards, the project cements her as a powerful new voice in British pop.

Paulie Swan – “Edie”

As a continuation of his debut EP “Swans Today”, Paulie Swan returns with his newest body of work with “Swans Tomorrow”. Focusing on “Edie”, the track feels triumphant, with a brass band making up the production and his soulful, soothing vocals laid over it all so smoothly. 

rainfield – “Horror Game”

Texas-born, New York-based artist rainfield has shared “Horror Game”, the focus single of his new debut album A Lighter Sentence. Built around emo guitar chords and a dark melody, the track uses video game references to tell a story about an intense and uncertain young love, feeling lost and not knowing what’s coming next. The eight-track album mixes emo, indie and country influences, and it is also the first full-length release from the artist.

MANSO̶U̶R̶ ft. Abah & MOOKICE – “HANDSOME”

With hazy, off-kilter sounds and pockets matching the warped aesthetic of the video, Parisian producer and creative MANSO̶U̶R̶ drops off his brand-new cut, “HANDSOME”. Rising beatmaker MOOKICE also joins the fold on production, laying the groundwork for Abah to command the instrumental and flex French licks with ease. Indeed, the trio’s stocks continue to rise across both sides of the channel, marking another serious link-up to prove exactly why the underground scene in Paris is being absorbed like never before.

Do Nothing – “Misery”

Nottingham four-piece Do Nothing offer a sophomore album of personal reflection and sharp commentary atop revitalising post-punk. Friend World is the work of a band sure of their sound, loose with their style, and honest in their intentions. Opener “Misery” is a standout.

Cleo Reed – “american dream”

Cleo Reed shares her hot takes on the “American Dream”, the latest from her 4th December-releasing EP, “Is This How Empire Dies?” Asking some poignant questions, singing a few sweetly haunting harmonies and playing glittering acoustic guitar melodies, the track starts with a mocking spoken word before ascending into a celestial-sounding, incisive retrospection of the construction of the empire that has become the United States.

Internet Cafe – “Trapdoor”

Alt-pop band Internet Cafe with their seventh single of the year, “Trapdoor”. Touching on themes of anxiety and insecurity, the track is intentionally given awkward breaks by producer Luke Ferrero, as vocalist Imi Smith soft vocals lay over the many gritty textures and dynamic structures of the song. 

Stephanie Gilbert – “Lovers Do”

Stockholm singer-songwriter Stephanie Gilbert has a few thoughts on how and what “Lovers Do” with the latest single from her new EP, “Elvish”, out today via PNKSLM Recordings. On a gloriously fuzzy sliver of glam rock, finessed with psychedelic guitar riffs and a mantra worth pinning to your bathroom mirror, the track is equal parts free-spirited and self-assured.

Rex Orange County ft. Brendan Yates – “Elvis”

After a huge comeback year – including coming out with Tyler, the Creator at All Points East – English musician Rex Orange County has shared his fifth full-length album, Dream Fatigue. A who’s who of unique artists, the record boasts contributions from the likes of Dev Hynes, Mustafa and Brendan Yates. The latter frontman of Turnstile features on the gentle, gorgeous ballad “Elvis”.

Øneheart Ft. MISOGI – “inMyArms”

Øneheart, one of the most exciting and naturally intriguing electronic artists coming through right now, shares a new single, “in myArms”, featuring British artist, record producer and label owner MISOGI. This is the next track from Øneheart’s upcoming album naturecore, due 20th November, featuring the likes of Ledbyher and veil, continuing to evolve from his ambient, experimental sounds, building on a diversion that emerged with his previous releases, and venturing even deeper into EDM.

Mary Ann Alexander – “Don’t Wanna Know”

After March’s debut EP “Love Or A Lesson” launched her into the global R&B stratosphere, Keralan singer-songwriter Mary Ann Alexander keeps the momentum with a fresh single, “Don’t Wanna Know”. Rich in tone and ripe in its tang, the track is cinematic and characterful, another gem from the hotly-tipped name.

Jean Deaux – “JD’s Revenge II”

Widely renowned as one of the most talented and naturally intriguing multi-hyphenates to have emanated from Chicago’s fertile music landscape, Jean Deaux continues momentum with an impactful new single – choppy yet effective Jungle bass kicks and backing synths lay the perfect bed for her innate lyricism to glide across, flitting between sleek bars and smooth vocals on a nostalgic cut that firmly cements her position in the landscape.  

niina – “woozy”

Gearing up for the release of her upcoming album, niina gives us her last preview to welcome to niinaland with her single “woozy. Taking from the after-hours haze of a night out, we get moments of gritty intensity, contrasted and juxtaposed by her light vocals and the weightless euphoria it carries.

Becky Sikasa – “Sky Is Close”

Gliding somewhere between neo-soul, alternative R&B and indie-pop, the “Sky Is Close” is Becky Sikasa’s latest offering. It’s a soulful reminder to keep your head up when the world comes crashing down. With warm vocals, understated instrumental motifs and a softly uplifting melody, the Glasgow-based singer-songwriter trades fear for faith and uncertainty for self-belief.

Theo Ogundipe – “OFB”

Widely known for his acting work in the UK series Top Boy as well as Mickey 17 and Pompeii: Out Of Time, Theo Ogundipe is back with his debut EP “In Transit”. With the track “OFB”, he slaloms and flexes between singing and rapping – an experiment for him that resulted in an avant-garde sonic collage that was off-kilter and unorthodox, yet still stellar writing that read like an open diary.