THIS WEEK’S TOP PRIORITIES
Cardi B
Don’t Chart
Fusing the worlds of interactive entertainment and hip-hop, Cardi B dropped her latest track, “Don’t Chart,” as a key inclusion on the Grand Theft Auto VI: The Album soundtrack. The single boasts heavy-hitting production from Timbaland and Andre Betts and serves a dual purpose, acting as both a standalone release and a prominent in-game feature.
Good Charlotte
U R (feat. Ziggy Marley)
Good Charlotte is reintroducing the expanded Madden Brothers classic Greetings From California, marking its first availability in over ten years. Shifting from their classic punk style to a breezy, reggae-tinged groove, the re-release is led by the standout single “U R” feat. Ziggy Marley, which perfectly pairs Marley’s soulful tone with the Maddens’ iconic harmonies.
Alec Benjamin
Follow Me
Alec Benjamin makes a compelling return with his newest single, “Follow Me,” which debuted alongside an accompanying lyric video. Anchored by a bright acoustic guitar melody, the track masterfully pairs a mid-tempo pop rhythm with Benjamin’s characteristically sincere, conversational vocal delivery, resulting in a song that feels simultaneously bittersweet and hauntingly energetic.
DROPPING FOR THE WEEK
lightcraft
The Modern Seasons (EP)
lightcraft is celebrating two decades together by pulling a hidden gem out of the vault with their new focus track, “Holding On,” taken from their reimagined album The Modern Seasons. Never before released on digital streaming platforms, the song is a deeply emotional anthem about holding onto trust during uncertain times and leaning on someone else for reassurance. For their 20th anniversary, the band completely reconstructed the song from scratch, swapping its original style for a grand, electronic sound reminiscent of RÜFÜS DU SOL and ODESZA. Fans can also catch the official music video, which drops concurrently on Spotify.
Florence Road
Wish Upon You
Rocketing off a phenomenal breakout year, Irish indie-rock breakout Florence Road has returned with their latest single, “Wish Upon You.” The band lands the release with an impressive digital footprint, boasting more than 80 million streams, nearly a million active monthly listeners, and 2.5 million track saves. The drop perfectly aligns with the kickoff of their sold-out North American tour across major hubs like San Francisco, Los Angeles, and New York, serving as a high-profile prelude to their newly announced UK headline tour scheduled for May 2027.
Royal Blood
Dead Company
Keeping up their relentless momentum through 2026, Brighton-based rock duo Royal Blood have unleashed their explosive new single, “Dead Company.” The high-octane track serves as a bold preview of the band’s upcoming self-produced album, utilizing massive hooks and a signature full-throttle instrumentation. Frontman Mike Kerr noted that the track reflects the deep, transformative nature of music, explaining that a single song possesses the incredible power to completely shift a listener’s mood, mindset, and physical energy.
COMING UP NEXT
OCT
16 Oct: Ashe – Girl of Your Dreams (album)
16 Oct: Rachel Chinouriri – I spoke to soon (album)
16 Oct: Jenna Raine – Jeans, Boys & Jesus (deluxe album)
NOV
4 Nov: luv – wabi sabi (album)
NOW TRENDING
Dua Lipa
Training Season
“Training Season” by Dua Lipa is riding an incredible new wave of popularity, largely driven by a summer manifestation movement that took off after the global superstar’s wedding. The online hype has translated into massive digital engagement, with fan-made video creations using the track’s sound rapidly climbing past the 157,000 mark.
Ashe
Stop The Wedding!
A viral relationship trend has pushed Ashe’s “Stop The Wedding” to new heights, with the track amassing a staggering 39.6 million UGC views last week alone. The song became the ultimate soundtrack for netizens sharing their personal relationship red flags, turning the track into a major digital phenomenon.
ARTISTS ON TOUR
CHARLIE PUTH
14 October: SM Mall of Asia Arena, Philippines
BENSON BOONE
02 November: The Star Theatre, Singapore
MY CHEMICAL ROMANCE
10 & 11 November: Singapore Indoor Stadium, Singapore
13 November: Philippine Arena, Philippines
19 & 20 November: National Stadium Bukit Jalil, Malaysia
22 November: Jakarta International Stadium, Indonesia
BRUNO MARS
13, 14, 17 & 18 April: National Stadium, Singapore
24 & 25 April: Rajamangala National Stadium, Thailand
15 & 16 May: Philippine Arena, Philippines
