9 Songs To Add To Your Playlist This Week: Ben&Ben, Harry Styles, KANGDANIEL, And More
From a long-awaited release from Harry Styles to a brand new heartfelt single from Ben&Ben, these are the songs released in the past week that you need to listen to, as chosen by the Billboard Philippines team.
Another week has gone by and with that, a whole set of exciting new songs to dive into.
For the week of January 23, 2026, we saw a number of eye-catching releases that are sure to add a bunch of different flavors to your playlists. From long-awaited releases from Arctic Monkeys and A$AP Rocky to emotive singles from local favorites Angela Ken, Over October, and Ben&Ben, these are the songs released this week that you definitely need to tune in to, handpicked by the Billboard Philippines team to complete your listening experience this New Music Friday.
Angela Ken, Over October – “Moved on Last”
For their first-ever collaborative piece, Angela Ken and Over October have teamed up to release a bright indie pop track with “Moved on Last.” Here, the two acts blend their sound to create a dynamic piece that serves as an ode to letting go of past heartaches. – Rome Saenz, Writer
Snail Mail – “Dead End”
Almost five years after her acclaimed second album Valentine, Lindsey Jordan is back with a new single entitled “Dead End,” along with the announcement of a new Snail Mail album, Ricochet, set to be released on March 27. The track exudes the more polished production of Valentine, but is notably more guitar-driven like Snail Mail’s earlier work. Whether or not “Dead End” foreshadows the sound of her upcoming LP remains to be seen, but Snail Mail fans (like myself) will surely have this tune on their playlists for days – Jason Caballa, Managing Editor
Poppy – “Time Will Tell”
Two years since Poppy reimagined her ever-evolving unique sonic palate through the songs on Negative Spaces, the experimental pop/metal singer-songwriter is back with her latest album, Empty Hands. Here, Poppy has built off the very best of Negative Spaces and perfected its sound further, as evidenced by “Time Will Tell.” The song is a polished melodic modern metal track, imbued with tasty industrial elements, industrial elements, soaring choruses, and the ever-enjoyable dance between Poppy’s emotive singing and harshest of growls – Mayks Go, Writer and Photographer
Arctic Monkeys – “Opening Night”
Arctic Monkeys make their comeback with a track featured on a charity compilation album produced by War Child, aiming to amplify support, education, and protection for children affected by the war in Gaza. A seemingly return to form with the sound from when the band first entered the scene, the guitar-heavy track features Alex Turner’s sensibilities that make it recognizable with the opening line – Ralph Regis, Writer
KANGDANIEL – “Obsession”
KANGDANIEL undeniably is one of K-pop’s most enchanting voices, and this week, he returns with his first single of 2026, “Obsession.” The track — an emotional ballad that yearns for a love on the brink of ending — is a reminder that, sometimes, you don’t need too much to leave a lasting impact. Framed by subtle piano and soft strings, the song harrowingly captures the painful beauty of holding on to something already slipping away. While its minimalism leaves little room for surprise, it ultimately underscores KANGDANIEL’s enchanting vocals. – Franchesca Basbas, Digital Editor
Louis Tomlinson – “Imposter”
Louis Tomlinson‘s long-awaited return with a brand new album has been met with high anticipation and How Did I Get Here? certainly delivers. Providing a major stylistic shift from his 2022 record Faith In The Future, this album is energetic, dreamy, and atmospheric in all sorts of feel-good ways – something that is greatly encapsulated by its dance-inducing, synth-driven 11th track “Imposter.” – Mayks Go
A$AP Rocky – “WHISKEY (RELEASE ME)” featuring Gorillaz and Westside Gunn
A$AP Rocky’s ‘Don’t Be Dumb’ certainly holds some of the most exciting collaborative pieces that we’ve seen in modern-day hip-hop, but “WHISKEY (RELEASE ME)” with Gorillaz and Westside Gunn is surely a stand-out. Lulling the listener into a chill energy with a dreamy, fuzz-pop beat before switching up into a trap beat, Rocky takes full control of the track with bars that simply drip with swagger – Rome Saenz
Ben&Ben – “Duyan”
If there’s one thing we know about Ben&Ben, it’s their ability to craft songs that tug at our heartstrings in all the right places. With their first release of 2026, the single “Duyan,” the Filipino folk-pop band has unveiled yet another song that truly speaks to the heart, celebrating a love that stands the test of time against all odds. Lush with dreamy instrumental layers to accompany the song’s emotive lyrics, Ben&Ben have crafted a worthy thematic follow-up to 2019’s “Pagtingin” and “Araw-Araw” – one that was definitely seven years worth the wait – Mayks Go
Harry Styles – “Aperture”
Harry Styles makes way for a new era with the release of “Aperture,” the lead single of his highly anticipated fourth studio album, ‘Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally.’ The track offers us a glimpse of the electronic/disco-heavy sound the album can partake in. A departure from his previous albums, Styles lets love and light in with this infectious, danceable track – Ralph Regis