What gets you motivated to face a new week? For some, it’s a cup of coffee; for others, it’s a hearty meal, and a few do a morning run or workout to activate the senses. We’d argue that listening to music can also apply here, and luckily for us, there’s a new batch of fresh songs to dive into as we reach the halfway point of September. So, start the week on the right note by checking out these new tracks and albums to press play on.
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Isang Pag-Ibig – IV OF SPADES
The OPM band’s latest song is a throwback to their earlier years as they finally put their unreleased track out in the open.
BAMPIRA – fitterkarma
Arguably 2026’s biggest breakout OPM act, fitterkarma recently dropped their debut studio album, which doubles down on their folk-horror imagery, catchy melodies, and honest lyrics.
Made My Night – LE SSERAFIM
LE SSERAFIM’s second collaboration single with Overwatch continues the girlpop energy with a fun electro-pop number about, once again, having the best night.
Unknown Planet – IU
After a year-long hiatus, IU is back with a double single release that carries the same heartwarming energy we’ve come to love the Korean superstar for.
Attention – James Reid
James Reid’s new 10-track record is decidedly low-key for an album that explores romance, vulnerability, and intimacy through small, unnoticed moments. Sonically, it draws from Reid’s love of R&B and soul while folding in funk, soft rock, yacht rock, and classic pop influences, recorded with an emphasis on warmth and human imperfection over polish.
So Good – Jhené Aiko and Kendrick Lamar
At over 20 songs and 55 minutes long, Jhené Aiko’s new album, Westside Whimsy, is nearly an hour of R&B goodness.
crossfade – Illest Morena
This sensual and moody R&B number has the Filipina artist hoping to have a good time with her partner.
BRB – H.E.R. and Liza Soberano
The second single off Forgotten Island’s OST sees H.E.R. and Liza Soberano join forces for an 80s-coded pop anthem on the enduring power of friendship. And bonus points for the music video being shot in the Philippines.
When In Rome – Dove Cameron
Dove Cameron further establishes her pop girl bona fides with this track about embracing love and life in the Italian capital.
crank 2 – Slayyyter
Slayyyter saw that the world needed more crank, so she gave us this sequel to her breakout single that hits hard.
Death of Me – EVAN
From ENHYPEN to now a solo artist, EVAN is ready to share who he is as a musician with his debut solo studio album, DEATH OF ME.
Pillow Fight – Tinashe
A break from the dance-pop she’s been delivering for her upcoming album, Pillow Fight is a playful, flirtatious R&B track that leans back into Tinashe’s roots.
Make believe – Rachel Chinouriri
Rachel Chinouriri’s new album is around the corner, and her latest single showcases another, more sensual piece of the indie pop world she’s building.
Featured Image: LE SSERAFIM (via Instagram)
Frequently Asked Questions
LE SSERAFIM released “Made My Night,” their second Overwatch collaboration single, while OPM breakout act fitterkarma dropped “BAMPIRA” from their debut studio album, which leans into folk-horror imagery and catchy melodies.
Yes. After a year-long hiatus, IU returned with “Unknown Planet,” a double single release carrying the same heartwarming energy fans associate with the Korean superstar.
Attention is James Reid’s new 10-track record exploring romance, vulnerability, and intimacy through small, unnoticed moments, drawing on R&B, soul, funk, soft rock, yacht rock, and classic pop influences.
H.E.R. and Liza Soberano released “BRB,” the second single from Forgotten Island’s soundtrack, an ’80s-coded pop anthem about friendship, with its music video shot in the Philippines.
fitterkarma, considered one of 2026’s biggest OPM breakout acts, released their debut studio album featuring the track “BAMPIRA,” characterized by folk-horror imagery, catchy melodies, and honest lyrics.
