[January 2026] Summary of the Latest Western Music Releases

d00mscrvll: Loitering (ft. Kodak Black)NEW!Diplo

Diplo – d00mscrvll: Loitering ft. Kodak Black

Producer Diplo, known for his work with Major Lazer and for continually leading the dance music scene, has launched a new alias focused on the phonk sound: d00mscrvll.

Featured on his album d00mscrvll and released in January 2026 is Loitering (ft.

Kodak Black).

Bringing in Florida’s flagship rapper Kodak Black, the track brilliantly fuses phonk’s signature distorted low-end with his sticky, drawling flow.

As the title suggests, it’s an addictive number steeped in a vaguely ominous, heavy atmosphere.

If you want to experience the cutting edge of today’s trends, be sure to check it out.

How Many Times?NEW!Dyce

Dyce – How Many Times?

Dice is a rapper-singer based in Belgium.

With roots in the Russian-speaking world, he’s known as a multi-talented creator who handles not only his music but also visual production and artwork himself.

His unwavering commitment to his own aesthetic gives him the aura of a solitary genius.

The piece he released in January 2026 is “How Many Times?” As the title suggests, it explores cyclical relationships and the loop of emotions we can’t help but repeat.

Its melodious flow and repetitive beat create a unique addictive quality, gripping the listener’s ear for the entire 2 minutes and 49 seconds.

It’s the perfect track for those slightly melancholic moments, like when you’re alone at night in the city, lost in thought.

ALL FLATSNEW!JaYy Wick

JaYy Wick – ALL FLATS (Official Video)

Jay Wick, based in the U.S.

South, is rapidly building support with a rap style that vividly portrays street reality.

After a viral hit on social media, he linked up with EMPIRE, making him a rising, skilled rapper riding a strong wave right now.

His January 2026 release “ALL FLATS” is a long-awaited single that follows in the vein of his popular track “Pork Chop Sammich.” The lyrics cleverly link chicken wing sections to his harsh upbringing and memories of poverty, condensing the South’s dense atmosphere into a lean 1 minute 57 seconds.

With key figures like G Herbo and Sexyy Red reacting to the track, this is an irresistible cut for anyone seeking raw, unadorned hip-hop.

DESIGNED TO LOSENEW!The Twilight Sad

THE TWILIGHT SAD – DESIGNED TO LOSE

Hailing from Kilsyth, Scotland, The Twilight Sad are a post-punk band that wields roaring noise and lyrical melody.

Having proven their mettle touring with The Cure, they’ve earned global acclaim.

Their new song, “DESIGNED TO LOSE,” was released in January ahead of the album “IT’S THE LONG GOODBYE,” due out in March 2026.

Centered around James Graham and Andy MacFarlane, the project was meticulously crafted over seven years.

Its weighty themes of loss and grief are conveyed through an overwhelming wall of sound and delicate vocals.

It’s a track that will resonate on nights when you want to quietly face yourself, or when you’re immersed in deep introspection.

Peace Of Mind (feat. Danny Brown)NEW!Wesley Joseph

Wesley Joseph – Peace Of Mind (feat. Danny Brown) [Official Video]

Wesley Joseph, a Walsall-born artist who pursues filmmaking and music in parallel, established his reputation with works like 2021’s ULTRAMARINE and also directs his own music videos.

The track he released in January 2026, Peace Of Mind (feat.

Danny Brown), featuring Detroit maverick Danny Brown, is this one.

Its thrilling sound—where serenity and unease coexist—draws you in as if you were watching a film.

The song was unveiled as a lead single from his eagerly awaited debut album, Forever Ends Someday, slated for release in April 2026.

It’s a must-listen for anyone seeking genre-defying new music or wanting to immerse themselves in a cinematic sonic world.

OCEAN DRIVE (Ft. SD2016)NEW!Ghostfacekush

[GHOSTFACEKUSH] OCEAN DRIVE Ft. SD2016

Rapper Ghostfacekush, who mainly operates on SoundCloud and creates music with an independent spirit, has released a new single, “OCEAN DRIVE (Ft.

SD2016),” in December 2025 with his close collaborator Smokedope2016.

As the title suggests, it’s a perfect track for a nighttime cruise along the ocean.

Though it runs just over two minutes, the mellow, floating beat crafted by Ribadoubly is irresistibly smooth and addictive—you’ll find yourself hitting repeat.

With its music video included, the project presents a unique, self-contained world.

Why not add it to your playlist as a companion for late-night drives?

LeviticusNEW!$UICIDEBOY$

$UICIDEBOY$ – Leviticus (Lyric Video)

The hip-hop duo from New Orleans shaking the world, $uicideboy$.

Their music fuses the ferocity of punk and metal into rap, earning them a cult following.

Kicking off their album “THY WILL BE DONE,” released in December 2025, this track lives up to its Old Testament–evoking title, unfolding a characteristically dark worldview swirling with religious gravity and guilt.

Produced by Budd Dwyer, a.k.a.

Scrim, his craftsmanship shines as he packs dense tension into a short runtime.

Aggressive yet somehow imbued with a sacred resonance, it’s the perfect song when you want to immerse yourself in hard-hitting rap and a weighty sound.