New music friday - January 9th.

ELIZA - Courtesy of Phoebe Salmon

The new year is off to a fairly quiet start with nothing but singles as this first week of releases unfolds.

Dina Ayada capitalizes on Gunna feature.

Belgian artist Dina Ayada returns in 2026 with her new single No Rush, featuring acclaimed American rapper Gunna, a standout collaboration that marks one of the biggest mainstream moments of her career. Released as the lead track ahead of her upcoming debut album Identity, the song merges her nimble hip-hop/R&B style with Gunna’s signature melodic flow, opening her sound to a wider global audience. Originally gaining attention through The Voice Kids Belgium and viral freestyles on social media, Ayada has since built a strong artistic identity rooted in genre fusion and expressive delivery. With No Rush, she takes a major step into the mainstream spotlight, underlining both her versatility and commercial potential. As Identity draws near, this high-profile feature signals an exciting new chapter for her career.

I Am Roze gives us positive energy to start the year.

I Am Roze, the Louisiana-born, England-based soul and R&B artist known for deeply expressive vocals and introspective songwriting, has just released their latest single Feel Good. The song arrives as a fresh, uplifting moment early in 2026, showcasing their golden voice and emotional range in a warmer, more groove-driven setting. With a growing catalogue that includes Social Commentary and tracks like Dollar, Feel Good adds a breezy, optimistic chapter to their artistic evolution.

Keni Titus is ready to take a leap.

Los Angeles-based alt-pop singer-songwriter Keni Titus has kicked off 2026 with her latest single hands to myself, released via BannerYeer/ADA. Co-written with Will Taylor of indie duo Hovvdy, the track blends introspective lyricism with dreamy, understated production and marks a pivotal moment leading up to her highly anticipated debut album AngelPink (out February 6, 2026). The song explores themes of curiosity, temptation and self-reflection, capturing a quiet emotional pull that resonates with listeners. With earlier releases like off day and man like you building her profile, hands to myself continues to showcase her thoughtful songwriting and melodic identity. As she prepares to headline shows in Los Angeles and Brooklyn in support of AngelPink, this single further positions Keni Titus as one of 2026’s breakout alt-pop voices.

Find out all about the new releases here.