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2026 Music Scene: BTS, Styles & Rodrigo Shine
15 Jun
Summary
- BTS made a significant comeback with their song Arirang.
- Harry Styles, Robyn, and Olivia Rodrigo released new music.
- Ella Langley and Jill Scott delivered landmark country and R&B albums.
The year 2026 has already delivered a wealth of new music by its halfway point, with major artists making significant returns and emerging talents solidifying their positions.
K-pop superstars BTS have made a notable comeback, releasing "Arirang," a track that highlights their Korean heritage. This release was among several major breakthroughs from prominent artists.
Further contributing to the diverse musical landscape, Harry Styles unveiled new intimate disco tracks. Robyn made a comeback with her mature song "Sexistential," while Noah Kahan continued to impress with his folk sound. Olivia Rodrigo evoked the spirit of New Wave gods with her latest work.
Across other genres, Ella Langley crafted a landmark country album, and Jill Scott reaffirmed her status as an R&B queen. Puerto Rican rapper Alvaro Diaz released the masterful "Omakase," and Slayyyter threw an electro-sleaze party. Hip-hop saw gems from Baby Keem and MIKE, Neurosis offered metal redemption, and Ratboys delivered indie-rock epiphanies, promising an exciting summer for music.
