Discover the latest music releases, including Harry Styles' new single "Aperture" and exciting Grammy updates, in this week's New Music Friday highlights!
- January 30, 2026
AceShowbiz - Happy New Music Friday! As the weekend arrives, music lovers are in for a treat with an array of new releases, and we've got the highlights for you.
This week, Harry Styles has unveiled the lead single, "Aperture," from his highly anticipated album, KISS ALL THE TIME. DISCO, OCCASIONALLY. The 12-track collection, produced by Kid Harpoon, is set to drop on March 6. In addition, Harry is gearing up for his much-anticipated global tour, titled Together Together, with a remarkable seven-city residency featuring 50 performances across cities like Amsterdam, London, and New York, running from May to December. Fans can look forward to special appearances from artists including Robyn, Shania Twain, and Jorja Smith.
In other news, Pharrell Williams and Clipse will take the stage at the upcoming 2026 Grammy Awards, set to air on February 1. The event, hosted by Trevor Noah, will also feature performances from rising stars such as Addison Rae and Sabrina Carpenter. Viewers can catch the live event on CBS and stream it on Paramount+.
The 2026 MusiCares Person of the Year benefit gala will honor the legendary Mariah Carey. A star-studded lineup including Adam Lambert, Jennifer Hudson, and Kesha will perform in her honor, with Jermaine Dupri curating a special DJ set to kick off the evening.
Mark your calendars! The Songwriters Hall of Fame will welcome a new class of inductees, including Taylor Swift and members of KISS, at its 2026 Induction and Awards Gala. This prestigious event is scheduled for June 11 in New York City.
In exciting concert news, Hilary Duff has made her long-awaited return to the stage after over a decade. Launching her Small Rooms, Big Nerves global tour, Hilary kicked off with a sold-out show at London’s O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire. The night featured classics like "So Yesterday" and "Come Clean", along with new tracks from her forthcoming album, luck... or something. Upcoming stops include Toronto on January 24 and New York on January 27.
Don’t miss out on new music from other artists this week, including Louis Tomlinson, Jason Derulo, and Ari Lennox. Here are some highlights:
- "Aperture" – Harry Styles (Stream now: Apple / Spotify)
- How Did I Get Here? – Louis Tomlinson (Stream now: Apple / Spotify)
- "THE ONE" – Voices of Fire feat. Pharrell Williams (Stream now: Apple / Spotify)
- Vacancy – Ari Lennox (Stream now: Apple / Spotify)
- The Last Dance (Part 1) – Jason Derulo (Stream now: Apple / Spotify)
Get ready to explore these fresh sounds and more as the music scene continues to buzz!