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This week, Billboard’s New Music Latin playlist — curated by Billboard Latin and Billboard Español editors — features fresh new music including Lunay’s comeback single “Ojalá,” Luis Fonsi and Feid’s first collaborative effort, “Cambiaré,” and a new studio album by Yandel, Infinito, to name a few.

Lunay returns to the scene with the release of his single “Ojalá,” the first song he drops following “Me Grita” in collaboration with Hades66 and J Abdiel last February. After his almost one-year hiatus, the Puerto Rican artist makes his comeback with a suave Afrobeats that evokes romanticism and desire—a shift from the flirty reggaetón sound that best characterizes him.

Moreover, Yandel dropped his new studio album Infinito, further solidifying his place in Latin music as one of reggaetón’s iconic artists today. On the progressive 17-track set, the Puerto Rican act reeled in J Balvin, Kapo, Latin Mafia and Xavi, to name a few. Also new this week are Luis Fonsi and Feid’s “Cambiaré,” a saucy tropical tune that showcases both acts in their “salsero” eras, and “Rollitos de Papel” by Evaluna Montaner.

Last week, Kenia Os’ daring and provocative club banger “Belladona” won the poll with more than 78 percent of the vote. Which release this week do you think is best? Give these new releases a spin and vote for your favorite new Latin music release below:

Editor’s Note: The results of the weekly New Music Latin poll will be posted if the poll generates more than 1,000 votes. This poll closes at 9:00 a.m. ET on Monday, Jan. 26.

For the second month in a row, Kate Bush’s “Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God)” reigns on Billboard’s Top TV Songs chart, powered by Tunefind (a Songtradr company), topping the December 2025-dated survey after another synch in Netflix’s Stranger Things.

Rankings for the Top TV Songs chart are based on song and show data provided by Tunefind and ranked using a formula blending that data with sales and streaming information tracked by Luminate during the corresponding period of December 2025.

“Running Up That Hill” has had a long history with Stranger Things. The ‘80s track was first featured in the series’ fourth season, a synch that brought it onto the Top TV Songs chart and returned it to the Billboard Hot 100, on which it peaked at No. 3 in July 2022, 37 years after its initial release.

The song continued to be a motif in the series’ fifth and final season, appearing in its first half that premiered on Nov. 26 as well as those that aired between Dec. 25 and 31.

In December 2025, “Running Up That Hill” earned 21.3 million official U.S. streams and sold 5,000 downloads, according to Luminate. Those counts also drove the song back onto the Hot 100 yet again, appearing at No. 46 on the Jan. 17-dated tally.

It’s not all Stranger Things on the December 2025 Top TV Songs chart, but the series does still occupy four of the 10 positions. Unlike “Running Up That Hill,” they’re newcomers to the franchise. Fleetwood Mac’s “Landslide” follows at No. 2 (24.4 million streams, 4,000 downloads), while Prince nabs two spots via “Purple Rain” (No. 5; 6.4 million streams, 1,000 downloads) and “When Doves Cry” (No. 10; 5.1 million streams, 1,000 downloads).

Of that group, “Purple Rain” and “Landslide” also appeared on the Jan. 17 Hot 100 at Nos. 26 and 41, respectively, the latter doing so for the first time, over 50 years after its initial release.

Heated Rivalry also makes a splash on the latest Top TV Songs list, bowing with three tunes in the top six. The buzzy Crave series ranks at Nos. 3 and 4 with two versions of the same song; t.A.T.u.’s “All the Things She Said” leads (9.2 million streams, 3,000 downloads), while Harrison’s rendition follows (3.9 million streams, 4,000 downloads). Wolf Parade’s “I’ll Believe in Anything” rounds out the group at No. 6 (2.4 million streams, 2,000 downloads).

See the full top 10, also featuring music from Fallout, Watson and St. Denis Medical, below.

Rank, Song, Artist, Show (Network)
1. “Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God),” Kate Bush, Stranger Things (Netflix)
2. “Landslide,” Fleetwood Mac, Stranger Things (Netflix)
3. “All the Things She Said,” t.A.T.u., Heated Rivalry (Crave)
4. “All the Things She Said,” Harrison, Heated Rivalry (Crave)
5. “Purple Rain,” Prince, Stranger Things (Netflix)
6. “I’ll Believe in Anything,” Wolf Parade, Heated Rivalry (Crave)
7. “Big Iron,” Marty Robbins, Fallout (Amazon Prime Video)
8. “Madness,” Muse, Watson (CBS)
9. “Only You,” Yaz, St. Denis Medical (NBC)
10. When Doves Cry,” Prince, Stranger Things (Netflix)

This week in dance music: The largely electronic soundtrack for Heated Rivalry scored big on a pair of charts, John Summit announced that his first Ibiza residency will happen this season at [UNVRS], the co-founders of Brooklyn’s newest club Refuge told us about bringing the space and its state-of-the-art soundsystem to life, Fred again.. hosted an art exhibition in collaboration with Boris Acket, Ninajirachi revealed that she’s ready to play “a million” more shows, Tomorrowland announced its 2026 lineup and Dom Dolla announced a series of shows happening at the U.K.’s Old Royal Naval College this summer.

And to close it all out, these are the best new dance projects of the week.

Gesaffelstein, Enter the Gamma (Live)

Gesaffelstein’s 2024 album Gamma was released not long before he went on tour behind it, with the live show using Gamma as source material from which the French producer unfurled a stylish, darkly sexy and very loud performance that stunned and dazzled audiences worldwide while offering a more fully realized version of the LP. Now, he releases Enter the Gamma (Live), a recording from the tour that captures the show in all its pummeling intensity. Obvoiusly best listened to from start to finish, the project contains classics like “Pursuit” and “Hellifornia,” ending with a deliciously aggressive mashup of “Mania,” “Hysteria” and “Killah,” the Gesaffelstein x Lady Gaga collab released on her own March album, Mayhem.

Fred again.. & Young Thug, “Scared”

Fred again.. concluded 2025 with a lot of new music, releasing a flurry singles in his characteristic flood the zone approach as he dropped a new track (or two) during each week of his hyped 10 shows/10 songs/10 cities tour. But the UK phenom always seems to have something more up his white t-shirt sleeve, and today as such releases “Scared,” a collaboration with Young Thug, who of course has eternal dance world cachet via his hall of fame Jamie xx collab “I Know There’s Gonna Be (Good Times)”. The new song functions as both artists’ first release of the year and comes after Fred teased a full minute of it last month.

Jessie Ware, “I Could Get Used To This”

Jessie Ware has always specialized in deeply sumptuous disco, the musical equivalent of someone special running a feather along your bare skin. Her latest, “I Could Get Used to This,” is happily more of the same, balancing resplendent strings and Ware’s all-time voice, which she here uses to declare that she could easily get used to all this pleasure. The British singer herself calls the song “an invitation into the world of this album. I wanted to set the scene of the world that I’m trying to paint in the album; romance, real love, performance, celebration and pleasure (always!) in a garden full of gods and goddesses.” Jessie, take us there.

Dames Brown, Take Me as I Am

The debut album from Dames Brown is dripping with all the soul, style, funk and feeling that you might expect from the powerhouse Detroit trio. Made in homage to the late great Detroit icon Amp Fiddler, who was both a mentor and producer for Dames Brown, the 14 tracks weave together disco, R&B, house and more, bringing the trio together with collaborators including Eddie Fowlkes, Andres, Waajeed and Fiddler himself.

“To watch our seeds rooted in pure soul blossom into Take Me As I Am is sublime,” the ladies of Dames Brown (Athena Johnson, Teresa Marbury and LaRae Starr) say. “It shows you exactly who we are — brilliant vocal musicians coming together as one to create a genuine, heartfelt album. Presented by our brother, Detroit’s own Amp Fiddler, this collection of songs offers a glimpse into our interpretation of house music, as it draws on the influences of techno, P-Funk, gospel, and 1970s soul. This organic, homegrown gem is a culmination of love and dedication — a musical sisterhood.” The project is out on the mighty Defected Records.

Apashe, Hymns of Resilience

Belgian mainstay Apashe pays tribute to Ukraine via his new three-track EP, Hymns of Resilience. Featuring Ukrainian artist Alina Pash, the songs — “Resilience,” “Kyiv,” “Resistance” — are gorgeous, urgent and often haunting, as Apashe, who has toured heavily in Ukraine and recently spent time in the country’s capital of Kyiv, conjures the heavy and complicated feelings of existence in the war-torn country. The producer also filmed interviews with Kyiv locals for a forthcoming documentary about creativity and resilience in the face of conflict. Meanwhile, a portion of the revenue from the EP will go to Children Heroes; a charity focused on helping children who’ve lost parents in the war.

“Being there, you realize how hard it is to truly understand the severity of the situation from afar,” says the artist born John De Buck. “It’s only when you’re on the ground — working, listening, living alongside people — that the reality fully sets in. While working on this project in Kyiv, we were under shelling, a stark reminder of what daily life looks like there. For ten days, we lived it: sleeping in shelters during bombings, witnessing the physical destruction, and experiencing firsthand the toll it takes on people’s mental well-being. That’s why this project is so deeply personal. Returning to reconnect with old friends and collaborate with Ukraine’s incredible creative community was life-changing. Despite everything, the resilience, strength, and creative drive of the artists we worked with is unwavering. I hope this project helps amplify Ukrainian voices and offers a more honest perspective on what they’re living through.”

New Music Latin is a compilation of the best new Latin songs and albums recommended by Billboard Latin and Billboard Español editors. Check out this week’s picks below.

Luis Fonsi & Feid, “Cambiaré” (Universal Music Latino)

The year has kicked off with both Luis Fonsi and Feid in their “salsero” era. “Cambiaré,” an unexpected collaboration, creates versatility in both artists’ careers, notably reconnecting Fonsi to his tropical roots. The lyrics convey melancholy, telling the story of a person who misses someone and feels they are improving to get back with their ex. Driven by salsa’s infectious rhythms and reimagined through a modern lens, the song — which bridges generations and honors tradition — laces Fonsi’s soaring vocals with Feid’s smooth, melodic voice. Crafted by Fonsi, Feid, Andrés Torres and Mauricio Rengifo, with production by Marcos Sánchez, the song comes alive visually in a vibrant and joyful music video filmed in the streets of San Juan, Puerto Rico by Carlos Perez of ElasticPeople. — INGRID FAJARDO

Juanes, “Hagamos Que” (Universal Music Latino)

Juanes continues to fuel anticipation for his 12th studio album, scheduled for release this spring, with a radiant fourth single about the desire to begin an eternal relationship with the woman of his dreams asap. “Let’s make it so that/ With every kiss we share tonight, we stop time/ Let’s make it so that/ The clouds come down and we dance on the ice until we’re breathless,” the Colombian superstar sings in Spanish with infectious euphoria in this uptempo rock/pop song. — SIGAL RATNER-ARIAS

Ana Tijoux & DJ Dacel, “Vinos y Vinilos” (Altafonte)

The iconic Chilean rapper Ana Tijoux reunites with DJ Dacel, one of the most renowned producers and beatmakers in Chile’s music scene, on “Vinos y Vinilos,” the first single from their upcoming EP, titled 97, paying homage to the year they met and began a long friendship and productive musical collaboration. Recorded between Santiago and Barcelona, the track fuses rap, samples and introspective atmospheres with polished touches by Dacel. It revives classic elements of rap, incorporating sensitive and contemporary sounds, while its lyrics mention many of Tijoux’s greatest musical influences, including D’Angelo, Nas’ Illmatic, Slum Village, A Tribe Called Quest and Black Star. — NATALIA CANO

Lunay, “Ojalá” (La Familia/Rimas Entertainment)

Lunay returns to the scene with “Ojalá,” marking his first single in nearly a year — it follows his collaboration with Hades66 and J Abdiel, “Me Grita,” which came out last February. Now, still maintaining his clean cut, boy-next-door features, the Puerto Rican artist demonstrates a new career chapter. Co-written by the artist himself (real name: Jefnier Osorio Moreno) and co-produced by Jorge Milliano, Puka and Gaby Music, “Ojalá” evokes romanticism, desire and love, backed by a suave Latin Afrobeats rhythm. “Hopefully you will be forever/ After you I don’t want a new girl/ Because you have it all/ I no longer need anything else,” Lunay sings in the chorus with his deep, sugary vocals. — JESSICA ROIZ

Zelaya & Gusi, “No Me Llores” (Jupiter Records)

For the first time, Colombian singer-songwriter Gusi and Guatemalan singer-songwriter Zelaya unite their talents, weaving together the vibrant spirit of their homelands in a song that celebrates love and the richness of life. “No Me Llores” stays true to Gusi’s gentle tropical rhythms and velvety vocals, while Zelaya’s romantic lyrics add a heartfelt touch. The lyrics are warm and optimistic, inviting you to shift your perspective even in difficult moments and reminding you that it is always possible to turn any situation around. Co-written by both artists and produced with Luis Salazar, the song features the beautiful landscapes of Guatemala, visually accompanying the song and bringing it to life.— I.F.

Grupo Máximo Grado & Thalia, “Miro tu cara en la luna” (Warner Music Mexico)

Thalia returns to regional Mexican music, but this time not in the corrido tumbado style. The superstar joins forces with Christian Félix, leader of Grupo Máximo Grado, for this song written by him that makes us want to dance from the very first note. It’s a delightful combination, very much in the style of Juan Gabriel, with an accordion in the background, electric guitar and a drum beat that offers even more energy. Grupo Máximo Grado, one of the most representative acts of the corrido movement of the past decade, is taking a new direction in its career this year with new sounds — and what better way to do it than with a global figure like Thalia? She sounds joyful and is clearly enjoying the rhythm of the song, singing lyrics like: “And we both got lost in time/ We captured our whole story in a tale/ Soon we both fell silent/ It filled us with excitement and suspense”? — TERE AGUILERA

RIA, “Soy Fan” (Virgin Music Group)

With “Soy Fan,” RIA crafts a love-soaked ode to the present — the rare kind of romantic corrido from today’s música mexicana landscape that beams with optimism and gratitude. Framed by the elegance of traditional corrido instrumentation, understated brass accents and rhythmic guitars, the track glows with warmth as the Mexicali newcomer celebrates the euphoria of unconditional love. Romance without complication, “Soy Fan” is a feel-good anthem for the unapologetically enamored. — ISABELA RAYGOZA

Banda Estrellas de Sinaloa & Saúl “El Jaguar”, “El 7 Mares” (Luz Record)

On the week marking the 100th anniversary of José Alfredo Jiménez’s birth, this tribute arrives from one of the most iconic bands in Sinaloan music, Banda Estrellas de Sinaloa de Germán Lizárraga, accompanied by another figure in regional Mexican music, Saúl “El Jaguar.” Together, they pay homage to the king of ranchera music with a superb version of “El 7 Mares,” a fusion with mariachi touches that is truly captivating. This classic ranchera song was originally released in 1963 and is a metaphor for overcoming life’s difficult moments. — T.A.

Check out more Latin recommendations this week below:

50 Cent’s G-Unit Audio is set to produce a podcast exploring the life story of DMX, which will be hosted by Jadakiss, according to Deadline.

Look Thru My Eyes: Becoming DMX is reportedly slated to arrive later this year as a collaboration between G-Unit Audio and iHeartRadio Podcasts.

The ferocious Yonkers, New York, native — who former Def Jam president Lyor Cohen credits with saving the label — exploded onto the scene as one of rap’s biggest stars just before the turn of the century, and became the face of the Ruff Ryders movement.

“DMX’s story is bigger than the music — it’s about survival, faith, pain, and purpose,” 50 said in a statement. “Look Thru My Eyes: Becoming DMX gives people a chance to understand where X came from, before the fame, through the voices of the people who were really there. This is the story that shaped the legend.”

50 confirmed plans for the podcast with a post to his Instagram. “More heat coming your way,” he wrote.

Bruce Miller and Justin Baez are on board as executive producers of the project. The duo has ties to DMX’s family, and both were raised in the rapper’s hometown. “DMX’s story is inseparable from Yonkers, and his legacy is the lifeblood of hip-hop,” Miller said in a statement.

X survived homelessness and persevered through plenty of life obstacles to reach rap stardom, and his rugged snarl became part of hip-hop’s DNA.

His first five albums topped the Billboard 200, and he had a scorching 1998, a year that saw him score a pair of No. 1 albums (It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot and Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood).

Later in life, DMX continued to battle addiction, and the rap legend died at 50 from a drug-induced heart attack in April 2021.

Look Thru My Eyes: Becoming DMX is reportedly the first of what will become a series of podcasts exploring the lives of several music stars.

What is a “Modern Creative?” More importantly, how does a modern creative effectively tap into the force that drives their creativity?

Working in music and film through my entire professional career, I’ve seen, experienced, and worked with a multitude of creatives, and I’ve found that what it takes to be a modern creative is the ability to effectively build and tap into one’s own creative conduit. Your creative conduit provides you with the diversity of thought, new ideas, experiences and perspectives that bring your projects to the next level. Once it’s properly nurtured, the limits to your creativity will no longer exist. While building it will take time and purposeful actions, you’re going to see the results in ways you never imagined.

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How to Build Your Conduit

In the past, I and many others around me were chastised for pursuing multiple projects we were passionate about. But the thing to remember is, only you know your limits — no one else. Take me, for example — I was pursuing a career as a musician and manager while using my free time to write and direct short films. It was hectic to say the least, but by doing both, I’ve elevated my creative abilities, skills and day-to-day understanding of others, and it has produced incredible results.

Building your creative conduit takes only a few simple steps. While you’ve likely already done some of these things to a smaller degree, it pays to revisit them with renewed vigor.

Think of Your First Loves (not romantically, creatively!)

Was it drawing, cooking, playing music, photography, ceramics? Give yourself the space to pick it back up and tap into that version of yourself that you may have ignored/suppressed.

Find a New Community (And Nurture Your Existing Relationships)

Break out of your comfort zone and meet creatives who pursued your first love. It’s a little nerve-wracking, but finding that book club, film club, pottery studio, cooking group, etc., will give you a chance to have a robust support system as you rediscover this part of yourself. You can also tap into your network if you want to learn something new. See someone you know working on a cool project? Ask to be a part of it! Someone else needs assistance with a creative endeavor? Say yes, even if you don’t know how to do it!

Commit to It

Give yourself the grace to learn (or re-learn) something new and be open to welcoming new people into your life. The combination of both will be a game changer, and you will soon discover the positive influence it has on your main career.

Benefits of Building Your Conduit

Now that you’ve taken those three steps to building your creative conduit, benefits will show up almost immediately. Have a roadblock in your primary outlet? You’re going to apply new approaches, new ways of thinking, problem solving, diversity of viewpoints and more. Those new people you met? You’ve now built a larger network, and in turn, you’re going to become a better collaborator. The new know-how you’ll acquire will allow you to keep moving when others can’t. That’s something you will need to set you apart.

Plus, as an added bonus, you now have the opportunity to earn additional income through new revenue streams. A win-win!

What I’ve Experienced With More Than One Creative Outlet

Before I took the dive and ventured into filmmaking, my career and my abilities as a musician were at an inflection point. Once I started writing scripts and eventually working with actors, writers, producers, etc., my perspective on working with others evolved in unique ways, my ideas and the places I looked for inspiration changed, and my ability to dig deep and use my emotions in effective ways was heightened.

This new perspective built a deep empathy and an understanding of the similarities/differences in each field. When it came to A&R, I eventually better understood and connected with each side and appreciated what each party is looking for, and my abilities in terms of my songwriting, collaboration and personal music projects increased many times over. I learned even more about myself as a creator because I broke out of my comfort zone, expanded my connections in the greater entertainment industry and committed to it.

One of the best surprises was learning that while each creative pursuit is wildly different, they’re closely related to one another in many ways. Developing that understanding opened the floodgates!

More and more over time, I’ve witnessed the acceptance of creatives using their abilities to fuel multiple pursuits at once. Many have even taken time off to chase another goal, with actors becoming musicians, musicians becoming actors, and other creatives becoming bakers, carpenters, directors, writers and more. Engaging in new pursuits allows creatives to understand their primary craft in a deeper way while providing opportunities for exploration, collaboration and more. Remember that your superpower is your creativity. It feeds into every area of your life without boundaries. Once you’ve honed it, you’ll strengthen your performance across the board as you continue to learn and grow in multiple areas.

Your creativity is only as good as the experiences that have strengthened it and the challenges you’ve allowed yourself to face. No more phoning it in; the worst thing you can do is continue the status quo. You’ve got to continue to exercise your creative muscle, because if you don’t, someone will outwork you — and it’ll likely be someone who has more creative outlets than you.

Ralph Torrefranca is executive director of A&R at Angry Mob Music, where he leads creative development across the company’s songwriter, artist, and producer roster. With nearly two decades in the music industry, Ralph has built a career around championing emerging talent and nurturing long-term artistry. He is also the founder of Angry Mob’s New Normal Writing Camp, a diversity-focused songwriting initiative, the frontman of the post-punk band Cuffed Up and an award-winning filmmaker whose upcoming film, Fil-Am, will premiere at the 2026 Santa Barbara International Film Festival. 

Billboard’s Friday Music Guide serves as a handy guide to this Friday’s most essential releases — the key music that everyone will be talking about today, and that will be dominating playlists this weekend and beyond. 

This week, Harry Styles brings us together, XG deliver a major debut and Louis Tomlinson makes his mark. Check out all of this week’s picks below:

Harry Styles, “Aperture”

Harry Styles has released danceable smashes over the years, and (particularly after his self-titled first album) has pushed the tempo in his solo career — but he’s never put out a straight-up dance song like “Aperture,” the transcendent lead single to Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally. that sleekly throbs in a way that recalls electro-indie cuts by Hot Chip and LCD Soundsystem but still carries pop-superstar gravity. At five-plus minutes, “Aperture” slowly builds and then fully delivers, a dazzlingly satisfying way to kick off a highly anticipated new era.

Louis Tomlinson, How Did I Get Here?

On the same day that Harry Styles makes his grand return with a new single, his One Direction band mate Louis Tomlinson has unveiled a project just as professionally consequential: How Did I Get Here?, his third solo LP, is the most accomplished of his post-1D career, with blissful diversions and successfully anthemic singles that finally transmit the confidence that Tomlinson demonstrated as a performer and songwriter within a group setting.

XG, The Core

A press release describes The Core as “a defining artistic statement for XG,” and indeed, the group’s long-awaited debut full-length presents their complete aesthetic in a way that their previous singles and smaller projects only hinted at; new focus track “Hypnotize” is an immediate highlight, although “Rock the Boat” and “Take My Breath” make for a potent one-two punch in the front half of the track list.

Arctic Monkeys, “Opening Night”

This week it was announced that many of the U.K.’s best and brightest have assembled to record a sequel to the classic 1995 Britpop-era Help! compilation, benefiting the War Child charity and starring many of the biggest acts of the period. First up on the 2026 version (titled Help (2)) is longtime hitmakers Arctic Monkeys — also celebrating the 20th anniversary of debut album Whatever People Say I Am, That’s What I’m Not this week — with the satisfyingly scuzzy lounge-rocker “Opening Night,” singer Alex Turner declaring “You’ve got something on your mind, and so have I/ I can see it from here” over a near-bossa nova shuffle. Other artists included on Help (2): Pulp, Beabadoobee, Fontaines D.C., and even America’s own Beck and Olivia Rodrigo. 

Fred again.. & Young Thug, “Scared”

If you’ve been waiting to hear what new directions Young Thug’s might take following his release from prison and last year’s UY Scutti, here’s one you may not have seen coming: Thugger teaming up with star U.K. producer/DJ Fred again.. for the new single “Scared.” Turns out that the rapper’s hauntingly yelped verses and inimitable ad libs are perfect fodder for being chopped up as one heavily seasoned ingredient of many in his collaborator’s sentimental stew, with the track showcasing Thug in a way that’s both like nothing we’ve quite heard before, and yet deeply comforting and familiar. 

Editor’s Pick: Holly Humberstone, “To Love Somebody” 

For several years now, Holly Humberstone has stood out as one of the most promising graduates from the Taylor Swift academy of pop-rock singer-songwriterdom — all she’s been missing is the one hit single to put her over the top. Hopefully it’ll be “To Love Somebody,” a gratifyingly frenetic song about the near-unbearable emotional rollercoaster of feeling to much in a relationship and its end, set to a breezy acoustic-disco beat. It calms down just enough for the chorus to really cut through with the fairly inarguable observation: “To love somebody/ To hurt somebody/ To lose somebody/ Is to know you’re only human, honey.”