[January 2026] Summary of the Latest Western Music Releases

Play The Old ShitNEW!The Devil Wears Prada

The Devil Wears Prada – Play The Old Shit

The Devil Wears Prada, a U.S.

metalcore band named after the novel The Devil Wears Prada, continues to lead the scene with their heavy sound and profound messages.

The track they made available digitally in January 2026 is Play The Old Shit.

Originally, it was included only as a hidden track on the vinyl edition of their album Flowers, released in November 2025.

Unlike their more melodic direction in recent years, this song unleashes a straightforward metalcore sound that rekindles the raw impulse of their early days.

Featuring Mike Hranica’s ferocious shouts, it’s a treat longtime fans won’t be able to resist.

Experience the shocking ending that overturns the album’s lingering afterglow.

2SIDEDNEW!Arlo Parks

Arlo Parks – 2SIDED

Arlo Parks, a London-born singer-songwriter celebrated worldwide for her poetic expression—her 2021 debut album Collapsed in Sunbeams won the prestigious Mercury Prize—returns with a new track serving as the lead single from her highly anticipated third album, Ambiguous Desire, slated for release in April 2026.

Building on her introspective style, the sound here draws inspiration from nighttime club culture in cities like New York, brimming with a warm euphoria and groove.

The lyrics, centered on themes of “longing” and “tension,” vividly capture the moment when hidden desires spill out into the open—don’t miss them.

With a beat that compels you to move, it’s a perfect song for a late-night drive or when you want to feel the heat of the dance floor.

Punk RockyNEW!A$AP Rocky

A$AP Rocky – Punk Rocky (Official Video)

Known as a fashion icon and the leader of the New York-based A$AP Mob, A$AP Rocky released his new track “Punk Rocky” on January 6, 2026, as a lead single from his first album in about eight years, “Don’t Be Dumb.” The song is a crossover that fuses punk and psychedelic guitar sounds with rap, brimming with sharp energy that seems to redefine his image.

The music video features actress Winona Ryder and even includes an appearance by film composer Danny Elfman, drawing attention for its lavish, short-film-like production.

Its genre-defying, free-spirited sound is sure to resonate not only with hip-hop listeners but also with fans of rock and pop as an exciting experience.

Limb of LeviticusNEW!Archspire

ARCHSPIRE – Limb of Leviticus (Official Lyric Video)

Formed in Vancouver, Canada, Archspire is a band that has remained at the forefront of technical death metal with their breakneck speed and machine-like precision.

In 2025, they declared independence from their label and garnered massive support through crowdfunding—a development still fresh in our minds.

Their new song released in January 2026 is “Limb of Leviticus.” As the second single from their upcoming album “Too Fast To Die,” slated for release in April, this track showcases an astonishing sense of acceleration under their new lineup featuring drummer Spencer Moore.

Oli Peters’ machine-gun vocals and the relentlessly virtuosic ensemble playing are nothing short of breathtaking.

A must-listen for metal fans in search of the ultimate intensity!

Make-up is a LieNEW!Morrissey

Morrissey – Make-up is a Lie (Official Visualizer)

Morrissey, who defined an era as the frontman of The Smiths and commands a charismatic following as a solo artist, has long been the subject of anticipation regarding his new work.

A lead single has now been released from his upcoming album Make-Up Is a Lie, scheduled for March 2026.

Unveiled in January 2026, the track features a groove reminiscent of trip-hop and a chorus that blossoms into dream pop–like, ethereal textures.

The lyrics tell the story of a woman who tries to deliver a message even after her death, and Morrissey’s expressively rich vocals are deeply affecting.

Teaming up once again with producer Joe Chiccarelli, the production achieves a remarkable depth of sound.

If you want to immerse yourself in a distinctive sonic world, be sure to give it a listen.

Bad NewsNEW!Zach Bryan

Zach Bryan – Bad News

Zach Bryan, a singer-songwriter with a former Navy background, has won immense support for his unadorned yet powerful vocals.

Rather than chasing commercial success, he continues to pursue pure expression, and “Bad News,” included on his album With Heaven on Top released in January 2026, is a testament to that.

The piece sparked public debate when fragments were released in October 2025, but the completed version adds orchestral instrumentation for a richer sound, deepening its themes as it laments the anxiety and division spreading through society.

Comparing it with the acoustic version released a few days later brings his message into even sharper relief.

A must-listen for anyone who wants to engage with the complex atmosphere of contemporary society.

CertaintyNEW!Black Veil Brides

Black Veil Brides – Certainty

A new song by Black Veil Brides, formed in Ohio in 2006 and globally acclaimed for their style that fuses glam metal flamboyance with a hard-hitting sound.

Released in January 2026, the track draws inspiration from the film Conclave and is a weighty number themed around the suffocating trap and peril of “certainty.” Self-produced primarily by Andy Biersack and Jake Pitts, it reportedly came together in the final stages of production—an anecdote that speaks to its high level of polish.

Serving as a key piece leading up to their seventh studio album due out later this year, the song showcases the band’s signature dark, cinematic world—perfect for anyone seeking dramatic rock.