[2026] Stylish New Western Music to Listen to at Night: Latest Picks

FACEDOWNChase Atlantic

Chase Atlantic – FACEDOWN (Official Lyric Video)

Chase Atlantic, the Australian trio fusing alternative R&B with rock and trap, are drawing attention with their distinctive dark aesthetic.

Openly influenced by The Weeknd and The 1975, they released a new single in August 2025.

Intertwining dreamy, weightless melodies with hypnotic beats, the sound feels quintessentially them.

This work vividly portrays struggles with mental health and an inner turmoil like drowning in a bottomless pool, striking deeply at the listener’s heart.

Overcoming the hardship of losing their production data, they completed the acclaimed masterpiece LOST IN HEAVEN; this new release further deepens that world, making it a perfect listen for late-night solitude and contemplation.

SPACE INVADERKAYTRANADA

KAYTRANADA – SPACE INVADER (Official Audio)

This track was produced by Canadian producer Kaytranada, who won two major categories at the 2021 Grammys.

Released in August 2025, it was created as a lead single from the album “Ain’t No Damn Way!” Its retro beat reminiscent of 80s dance music pairs perfectly with synth tones that feel like a journey through space.

The repeated phrase, “Sometimes I just want to run away somewhere,” seems to capture the protagonist’s earnest desire to break free from the constraints of everyday life.

It’s the perfect BGM when you want a change of pace or to immerse yourself in something.

WANTCHUkeshi

keshi – WANTCHU (Official Visualizer)

This is a song by Keshi, a U.S.-born singer-songwriter with an unconventional background who switched from nursing to a music career.

The intimate world the track creates—his first to emerge from a newly built home studio—feels wonderfully cozy.

While carrying forward the expressive range honed on his 2024 sophomore release, Requiem, the song leaves a strong impression with its blend of indie pop and R&B.

Released in August 2025 and developed from his experiments with recording techniques, it conveys a straightforward devotion—a simple wish: “I just want you.” It’s the perfect listen for those aching nights when you’re thinking of someone intensely, or when you want to sink into music alone—his beautiful falsetto is sure to resonate with your heart.

MS. PAC MANSudan Archives

Sudan Archives – MS. PAC MAN (Official Music Video)

This is a track by Sudan Archives, a U.S.-born musician, where nostalgically familiar game sounds and Y2K vibes are brilliantly fused.

With its electropop beat and synth tones, many listeners will likely find their bodies moving before they know it.

In this work, the image of pushing through the labyrinth of fame is superimposed onto a game protagonist who powers up to overcome obstacles.

The playful backstory—born from studio improvisation—is uniquely charming as well.

The song will be unveiled in August 2025 and included on the album “THE BPM,” releasing that October.

Its lead single has even been used in a Chanel show, underscoring the buzz around it.

It’s the perfect track for when you want an energetic beat to lift your mood or to treat challenges like a game and power through them!

D.A.N.C.E.Peggy Gou

Peggy Gou – D.A.N.C.E. (Official Video)

Peggy Gou, a South Korea–born producer who ranked 9th in the 2023 global DJ rankings.

This work she produced was created in June 2025 as one of the official soundtrack tracks for the F1 movie, F1 THE ALBUM.

Her wish to “make everyone dance while feeling joy and freedom” is infused into an exhilarating house beat—truly a summer anthem.

Its subtly nostalgic ’90s vibe paired with a modern sound sets listeners’ hearts free.

If you want to enjoy music on a purely instinctive level—no overthinking—this is the perfect track for your summer of liberation.

Talk Talk TalkJordan Rakei

Jordan Rakei – Talk Talk Talk (Official Lyric Video)

Jordan Rakei, a New Zealand–born artist based in the UK, is a highly acclaimed musician whose distinctive sound blends soul, jazz, R&B, and more, earning him international recognition.

Released in February 2025, this track stands out for its soothing melodies that beautifully balance neo-soul and jazz elements, and its deeply insightful lyrics about embracing change in life.

Featured on the Decca Records album “The Loop,” it was recorded at RAK Studios in London.

Influenced by a Bill Withers documentary, the piece captivates with its refined arrangement featuring strings and its wistful, beautiful vocals.

It’s a song best appreciated in the quiet of night, when you can truly open your heart and listen.

CURIOUS (feat. Toro y Moi)Sam Gellaitry

sam gellaitry – CURIOUS (feat. Toro y Moi) [Official Video]

Scottish producer Sam Gellaitry, who has built a strong reputation for his electronic sound design, has been drawing significant attention in the scene—he was even named one of EDM.com’s Producers of the Year in 2022.

His new track featuring Toro y Moi is a single from his debut album, Anywhere Here Is Perfect, set for release in November 2025.

It’s a highly stylish piece of dance music, blending forward-thinking synth-driven beats with Toro y Moi’s weightless vocals.

Centered on the intrigue of a budding attraction and the playful back-and-forth that dances in one’s mind, the song naturally lifts the listener’s spirits.

It’s a must-hear for anyone looking to color their nights with sophisticated dance-pop.