The first New Music Friday of 2026 brings fresh tracks from KATSEYE, Nick Jonas, Joji, and others. KATSEYE's single 'Internet Girl' follows their successful 2025 EP. Doechii and SZA's collaboration from late last year continues to build momentum.
The music world starts 2026 on a high note with a selection of new releases spanning pop and R&B genres. Published on January 2, 2026, this New Music Friday highlights KATSEYE's return after their breakout 2025 EP Beautiful Chaos. The group's new single, "Internet Girl," builds on the viral success of "Gabriela" and "Gnarly," which marked their debut entries on the Billboard Hot 100.
Doechii and SZA ended 2025 with the surprise track "Girl, Get Up," now gaining further traction into the new year. Nick Jonas offers an early taste of his upcoming album with "Gut Punch." Joji drops "Love You Less," while The Kid LAROI releases "Back When You Were Mine."
Other notable singles include:
- "Times of My Life" by mgk
- "Don’t Insult Me" by DaBaby featuring Twin
- "Whippin That Wave" by French Montana and Max B
- "Thinking ‘bout You" by Stella Lefty
- "Inglés En Miami" by Rawayana and Manuel Turizo
- "Dreams" by Anyma
- "Broken Strings" by Alan Walker, Isabella Melkman, and Katherine O’Ryan
- "NUN2SUM." by YFN Lucci
- "Sun Shines On Me" by Armin Van Buuren
- "Listen To Me" by Lost Frequencies
- "Solo" by De La Ghetto
- "5 Minutes" by Don Diablo and Pink Sweat$
- "Start Again" by Gabrielle Aplin
These releases signal a promising year ahead, with artists previewing fuller projects. Fans can stream the tracks to update their playlists early in the year.
