It’s Friday, which means we have our weekly roundup of the biggest releases to add to your playlist. As we approach spring, 2026’s releases are getting bright, colorful, and fun. From A-list names to rising stars, and a variety of genres, let’s get musical.
J Balvin, Ryan Castro, DJ Snake – Tonto
Get ready to dance because J Balvin and Ryan Castro have delivered one of the funnest songs of 2026 with DJ Snake. It starts with a nostalgic sample of “Jump” from Kris Kross before Balvin busts out his smooth melodic flow with Castro’s grittier tone. The video starts with a sweet moment, with Balvin’s partner Valentina Ferrer holding their son Río, then flips into a noir-inspired, fur-coat fantasy with humans and cartoon characters from Who Framed Roger Rabbit, and a visual conversation with Michael Jackson’s “Smooth Criminal.” The release comes ahead of J Balvin’s performance at the Houston Rodeo next week.
GIULIA BE – girls just wanna
Giulia Be keeps building out her trilingual era (Spanish, English, Portuguese) with “girls just wanna,” her new English-language single from her upcoming self-titled 21-track album GIULIA BE. The track is playful and layered, balancing glittery chaos with something more emotional underneath. “The song is my personal play on Cindy Lauper’s forever loved ‘girls just wanna have fun’ for the current times,” GIULIA BE shares. “Nowadays, girls wanna have more than just fun, and in these times of comparison where social media tells you where you need to fit in, I feel a stronger sentiment of girls wanting to escape this dark reality in order to keep their self-esteem.”
Bruno Mars – Risk It All
Bruno Mars enters a new chapter with his album The Romantic. The singer with Puerto Rican roots surprises fans with a beautiful bolero and music video highlighting Latino culture for “Risk It All.” It’s a completely new sound for Bruno Mars, and it’s sending waves across social media, gaining over 2 million views on YouTube in less than 24 hours.
Tokischa, Ezzy R – TU NO ERE DE NA
Latin GRAMMY-nominated Dominican powerhouse Tokischa links up with fellow Dominican artist Ezzy R for “TU NO ERE DE NA,” an explosive dembow that is loud and unapologetic. The official video, shot in the Dominican Republic and directed by Peluca Films, keeps that same gritty, authentic energy.
Morat – Tu Cárcel
Colombian Latin pop rock band Morat drops their take on Los Bukis’ 1986 classic “Tu Cárcel,” and it’s a soft-meets-punchy remake that keeps the original’s heart while giving it their own edge. Their version layers distorted guitars, heavier drums, and tight harmonies that feels modern and energetic. The release follows their big Premio Lo Nuestro win for Ya Es Mañana and keeps their momentum going as they gear up for Coachella and a global tour run.
Matisse, Leonel García – Hipotéticament
Matisse spotlight their new single “Hipotéticamente” featuring Leonel García, a tender, slow-burning love song that leans into longing and what-ifs. The track pairs the trio’s signature harmonies with García’s unmistakable tone, giving it that classic, emotional ballad feel he’s known for while still sounding fresh and modern. It leads their album EL AYER.
Peso Pluma, Tito Double P, El Randal – ganga
Peso Pluma and Tito Double P set the tone for Dinastía (Deluxe) with “ganga.” The duo links back up with El Randal for a track that hits fast, sharp, and unapologetic. Over hard production and rapid-fire verses, the trio trades lines about luxury, loyalty, and chaos-filled nights, with El Randal adding a gritty punch that raises the intensity. The black-and-white video is cinematic, flipping between desert shots, masked figures, and stark art-house frames that match the song’s edge.
Majo Aguilar – Así Fue
Majo Aguilar puts her own stamp on the Juan Gabriel classic “Así Fue” with a reimagining that stays true to its legacy while letting her modern style shine through. Backed by beautiful mariachi arrangements and traditional música Mexicana instrumentation, her powerhouse vocals lean into the heartbreak and acceptance at the core of the song. It comes with visuals that match the feeling, showing Majo with her live mariachi in a vintage-style setting.
Farruko, Renato – OJOS CAFÉ
Farruko and Renato reunite for “OJOS CAFÉ,” a fun reimagining of the Panamanian classic “La Chica de los Ojos Café.” Slowed down and laced with reggae and playero ease, the track was recorded entirely in Panama and feels rooted in the country’s musical soul. It comes with a music video featuring clips from the country highlighting moments in history.
Piso 21, Yami Safdie – Te Elijo
Piso 21 teams up with Yami Safdie for “Te Elijo,” a soft but powerful love song about choosing someone every single day. The track blends Piso 21’s infectious melodies with Yami’s ethereal and raw voice. The single sets the tone for Piso 21’s upcoming album, which will also feature “Por Si Mañana No Estoy” with Andrés Cepeda and “Cómo El Sol” with Bacilos, marking another expansive chapter for the group.
Angèle – What You Want (feat. Justice)
Belgian pop singer Angèle’s new single “What You Want” with Justice came together almost spontaneously after she met them backstage and played a demo she’d set aside, a “slightly sultry, sensual, offbeat song,” she said in a press release. She says they sent it back “absolutely brilliant,” adding the power and tension it was missing while keeping both of their identities intact. Justice agreed the collab felt “as easy as it was natural,” and the Marseille-shot video matches that energy with raw, cinematic movement.
RAYE – Nightingale Lane
Four-time GRAMMY nominee RAYE is back with “Nightingale Lane,” a soaring new ballad off her upcoming album THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE, out March 27. She’s set to perform at the BRIT Awards, where she’s nominated for Song of the Year and Best Pop Act, riding the massive success of her No. 1 hit “WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!,” which has racked up over 800 million streams.
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