Blending smooth and distinct vocals with ambient dance and reggaetón production and catchy resolves, singer and songwriter Chris Axé brings something fresh and evocative to modern Latin music, with highlight tracks from the 2026 album Estación Chris Axé.
Dancehall
Summer-style vibes with the big-band energy and smart, snappy rap flow to boot – Darco Polo captures attention with ease, blending contemporary and classic qualities, as well as genres, throughout the likes of his addictively entertaining Give Me More.
A colourful and chaotic new single, already noting close to 100k views in just a few days, and despite its sub-three-minute lifespan, Ani Mori Nuse makes sure to leave its mark. This dancehall re-awakening brings Balkan Ethnic singing to the forefront, and makes for a culture and genre-fusing highlight from this year so far.
Driving with a quirky but catchy hook, alongside a strong groove that’s unique but well rooted amidst the summertime bounce of afrobeat and dancehall, Kume launches a smooth and creative new single, in the form of the naturally memorable Whiskey.
Slim Labidi relights the summer vibes, with the instantly catchy and uplifting groove and melody of Caliente En La Pista.
Great production sets the bar high for this ambient and distinct take on contemporary afrobeat and dancehall. DJ EMRE AYDN brings the fluidity of melody and style, with a catchy tune and immersive set-up, for the bounce and charm of TILL THE MORNIN COMES.
From smooth and unplugged beginnings, through changing paces and catchy flows, Ayana John and Peter Ram carve out an intoxicating lane of good vibes and striking vocals, for the unforgettable Do Bad Remix.
From Nairobi to the UK, mau’s cultural influence and commitment to creative music shines beautifully throughout this original and organic new album SOFT STEPS.
The song has depth – the verses hold tight to your attention, the delivery is smooth, beautiful to listen to, and the words have poignancy; fusing truth & poetry, honesty & metaphor.
Naturally a smooth summer track to get you geared up for a great time, Mimi is intoxicating in its simple but striking presentation. Lush vocals, colourful production, strings and further layers of voice and details all subtly raising the bar for this quickly engaging performance.
Paying tribute to the carefree hits of time’s past for its sense of enjoyment and freedom from the weight of the world, Party Hard – Jiggle Wiggle acts as a genre-fusing pop hit but with a clear level of character and effective production that lets the Original Weez style maintain its recognisable integrity.
Creatively on point in terms of both talent and work ethic, artist and songwriter Rhagetti has built up a uniquely enchanting catalogue of original songs and projects over the years, culminating in the upcoming launch of his soul-rock-kissed and unforgettable single Sinner.