Chicago<\/b> Today<\/span><\/div>\nThis week’s music roundup features a spellbinding rap performance from BbyMutha, emotional depth in Deb Never’s single, Disclosure’s euphoric return, Dry Cleaning’s creative edge, Friko’s profound simplicity, Greg Mendez’s emotional journey, Slift’s cosmic adventure, and TheARTI$T’s sensual R&B.<\/p>\n
Why it matters<\/h2>\n
This diverse selection of new music highlights the ever-evolving nature of the industry, showcasing how different genres and styles can coexist and influence each other. It’s a testament to the power of music to transcend boundaries and connect with listeners on a deeper level.<\/p>\n
The details<\/h2>\n
BbyMutha, a Chattanooga rapper with a decade-long career, showcases her unique style in the track ‘muthaleficent back’ from her new album ‘rent due’. Deb Never’s latest single, ‘all the time’, is a masterpiece of emotional storytelling, blending solemnity with rich soundscapes. Disclosure returns with ‘The Sun Comes Up Tremendous’, a perfect blend of warmth and energy. Dry Cleaning’s ‘Sliced by a Fingernail’ pushes the boundaries of indie rock, creating an unsettling and captivating atmosphere. Friko’s ‘Still Around’ conveys a sense of resilience and optimism through simple yet profound lyrics. Greg Mendez offers a dynamic listening experience with the playful ‘Gentle Love’ and the somber ‘Frog’. Slift’s ‘A Storm of Wings’ takes listeners on a mind-bending cosmic journey, while TheARTI$T’s ‘S.I.M.P.L.E.’ brings a sensual and suggestive R&B vibe.<\/p>\n
\n- The new music was released between March 28 and April 3, 2026.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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The players<\/h2>\n\n
BbyMutha<\/h3>\n
A Chattanooga rapper with a decade-long career, known for her unique style and raw, unfiltered delivery.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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Deb Never<\/h3>\n
A singer-songwriter whose latest single, ‘all the time’, showcases her talent for emotional storytelling and blending solemnity with rich soundscapes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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Disclosure<\/h3>\n
The Lawrence brothers, known for creating dance music that transcends the genre and touches the heart, have returned with the track ‘The Sun Comes Up Tremendous’.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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Dry Cleaning<\/h3>\n
A band that pushes the boundaries of indie rock, creating an unsettling and captivating atmosphere with their track ‘Sliced by a Fingernail’.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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Friko<\/h3>\n
A Chicago-based band that conveys a sense of resilience and optimism through their profound yet simple lyrics in the song ‘Still Around’.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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Greg Mendez<\/h3>\n
A musician who showcases his versatility and ability to tug at heartstrings with the playful ‘Gentle Love’ and the somber ‘Frog’.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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Slift<\/h3>\n
A French heavy psych band that takes listeners on a mind-bending cosmic journey with their track ‘A Storm of Wings’.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n