Press play on the latest edition of NOTION NOW, the playlist featuring the freshest tracks you need to hear.
‘LIGHT AGAIN!’ by Lil Nas X
Lil Nas X ignites a new era with ‘Light Again!’, a pulsating club anthem co-produced by Daft Punk’s Thomas Bangalter. A euphoric energy fuels the track, and teases what’s to come from Lil Nas’ Dreamboy project. Paired with a chaotic, Project X movie-inspired video, it’s a defiant reminder to embrace life - and the dancefloor.
‘Drums of Death’ by FKA twigs & Koreless
For her third Eusexua single, FKA twigs delivers a hypnotic ode to underground techno with her new single ‘Drums of Death’. Produced by Koreless - who created the instrumental on a flight to Berlin to perform at Berghain - the track channels the raw energy of Prague’s club scene, where twigs immersed and inspired herself while filming The Crow. Collaborating with poet Tintin on the lyrics, the song marks a thrilling dancefloor-ready entry from her upcoming album, out in January.
‘Pick Up The Pace’ by Mahalia
‘Pick Up The Pace’ by Mahalia is a hypnotic ode to an emotionally unavailable love interest. Featuring rich guitar and magnetic bass, ‘Pick Up The Pace’ marks the start of her “Luvergirl” era and taps into her Afro-Caribbean roots.
'You're Stuck' by Odeal & Summer Walker
Dropping his must-listen new EP Lustropolis today, we’ve got Odeal’s Summer Walker collab ‘You’re Stuck’ on repeat. Showcasing his signature genre-bending rhythm and Summer’s R&B prowess, it’s a match made in heaven.
‘Aquamarine / Arcamarine’ by Addison Rae & Arca
Addison Rae teams up with Arca for the electrifying ‘Aquamarine / Arcamarine', a remix reimagining Addison’s recent single. Arca injects her signature avant-garde flair, transforming the track into a pulsating club anthem. Addison calls the collaboration "pure magic," a dream realised after years of admiration ending up in bold rework capturing both artists' boundary-pushing approaches to pop.
‘Elephant’ by 070 Shake
Rising star 070 Shake unveils ‘Elephant’ today, a mesmerising track from her new album Petrichor. Produced with her signature fusion of raw emotion and haunting soundscapes, the track reflects Shake’s ability to craft vivid, introspective narratives.
‘Amor’ by Montell Fish
Montell Fish’s ‘Amor,’ the opening track from his album CHARLOTTE, explores themes of love, faith, and inner conflict. The song reflects Montell’s introspective lyricism and his quest to reconcile life’s contradictions, touching on the complexities of relationships, self-discovery and spirituality.
‘Heartbreaker From Tennessee’ by Dasha
Dasha closes out her What Happens Now? era with new single, ‘Heartbreaker From Tennessee’. Anchored by a smoky beat and heartfelt verses, Dasha unpacks the lingering regrets of a fleeting romance. Poignant yet playful, she turns heartbreak into an anthem, solidifying her place as pop-country’s rising star.
‘Elevate’ by Nao
Nao’s latest single, ‘Elevate,’ is a vibrant track that fuses nostalgic and modern sounds, capturing the euphoria of a powerful, addictive love. Co-written with Dayyon Alexander and Nate Cyphert, and produced by Stint, the song features a soaring, Prince-inspired guitar solo by Andy Vickery, embodying timeless, uplifting energy.
‘teenage dirtbag’ by Cat Burns
Cat Burns is back with a playful cover of Wheatus’ classic, ‘teenage dirtbag’. The cover is a fitting follow up to Cat’s album, early twenties, which explores the ebbs and flows of early adulthood. “Teenage Dirtbag has always felt like a bit of a queer anthem to me, even if it wasn’t meant to be,” she shares.