【2026】A-Title Western Music Compilation

As We Fight (Willie Penrose)Ambrose Akinmusire

As We Fight (Willie Penrose)

Ambrose Akinmusire, known as a trumpet virtuoso, has earned high acclaim for his innovative musicianship, including taking the top spot in DownBeat’s Critics Poll.

Released on Blue Note Records in 2014, The Imagined Savior Is Far Easier to Paint is his third studio album—an ambitious work that effortlessly crosses genre boundaries, from classical and pop to spoken word.

The album features a wide range of tracks, including songs with social messages and collaborations with vocalists.

In addition to Akinmusire’s razor-sharp trumpet, the intricate arrangements—woven with strings and synthesizers—are a major highlight.

Free from the confines of traditional jazz, he pursues a contemporary sound with a boldly imaginative approach.

It’s a recommended listen not only for jazz fans, but also for anyone seeking a fresh musical discovery.

ActiveAsake & Travis Scott

Asake, Travis Scott – Active (Official Video)

This track is a collaboration between Asake and Travis Scott.

It’s a lead single from the album “Lungu Boy,” released in August 2024, and it brilliantly fuses Afrobeats and hip-hop.

The energetic lyrics celebrate a constantly active, confident way of life.

Its rhythmic beat and breezy melody stand out, and it even carries a dancehall vibe.

Produced by Sarz and Mike Dean, the song perfectly blends nostalgic elements with a contemporary sound.

It’s an ideal tune for anyone looking to get the crowd going at clubs or parties!

AlwaysAtlantic Starr

Always

A signature song by Atlantic Starr that sings the wonders of love.

Released in March 1987, it became their first No.

1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Issued as the second single from the album “All in the Name of Love,” the track became the group’s biggest hit.

Its melody blends R&B and pop, paired with lyrics pledging eternal love to a cherished partner.

Frequently featured in films and TV shows, it’s a song perfect for a quiet autumn night—highly recommended to enjoy with someone special.

AnimalBENEE

BENEE – Animal (Official Video)

The new song from New Zealand’s idiosyncratic singer-songwriter Benee is marked by an upbeat, anthemic sound.

Riding a hip-hop-influenced, glitchy backing track, she explores her identity as a micro-celebrity.

The chorus is striking as she sings, “You can’t stay mad at me, I’m just an animal.” Released in November 2024 and slated for inclusion on her next album, the track was inspired by a moment on tour when Benee looked down from a plane and said the world looked like ants—she felt its vastness and her own smallness, prompting reflections on the meaning of life and existence.

American JesusBad Religion

Bad Religion – American Jesus

Formed in California in the early 1980s, Bad Religion is a band known within punk rock for its intellectual lyrics and refined musicianship.

Since their debut with an EP in 1982, they have released many classic records.

Among them, the 1988 album Suffer is highly regarded as a work that had a major impact on the punk scene.

Greg Graffin’s distinctive vocals and lyrics that tackle social issues and philosophy are especially compelling.

They’re a band I highly recommend to anyone interested in the history of punk rock or who appreciates intellectually minded lyrics.

Against the WarBeans on Toast

Beans on Toast – Against the War

A protest song by Beans on Toast, an alt-folk singer-songwriter from the UK.

Released in February 2023, the track raises a strong voice of protest against the war in Ukraine.

Set to simple acoustic guitar, the lyrics powerfully decry the senselessness and terror of war.

In a traditional folk-punk style that shows the influence of Bob Dylan and Neil Young, it channels his feelings deeply affected by the modern realities of war.

Proceeds will reportedly be donated to the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament.

It’s a recommended track for those opposed to war or interested in social issues.

AutumnBelle Mariano x Ben&Ben

Belle Mariano x Ben&Ben – Autumn (Music Video)

This work is characterized by its translucent vocals and melodies that seep into the heart.

It’s a collaboration between Belle Mariano and the Filipino folk-pop band Ben&Ben, released in December 2023.

The song is also featured on the soundtrack of the ABS-CBN drama “Can’t Buy Me Love,” with lyrics that poignantly overlay the sorrow of long-distance love and the pain of parting with autumnal imagery.

Ben&Ben’s delicate acoustic arrangement and Belle Mariano’s gentle vocals blend beautifully, making it a track you’ll want to savor on long autumn nights.

It’s a moving song that resonates with those who have experienced a breakup or are in a long-distance relationship.