Add to playlist: the ramshackle, soulful twang of Twisted Teens and the week’s best new tracks
This week’s playlist highlights Twisted Teens, a New Orleans country-punk duo praised for their soulful vocals, literate hooks and deliberately rough-hewn sound. Their rapid run of releases and distinctive style suggest they are emerging as one of 2026’s notable new bands.
The article also selects new tracks spanning hip-house, cosmic Americana, post-punk, UK rap, experimental pop, funk and saxophone-led ambient music. Featured artists include John Glacier, Jeffrey Silverstein, Protomartyr, Namesbliss and Paul Stephan, Murex, Chad Hugo and Cole Pulice.
– Twisted Teens – country-punk with anthemic hooks and soulful steel guitar.
– John Glacier – club-ready hip-house with a Detroit-style bassline.
– Jeffrey Silverstein – expansive Americana inspired by several places.
– Protomartyr – forceful Detroit post-punk addressing modern dread.
– Namesbliss x Paul Stephan – London rap about faith, ambition and brotherhood.
– Murex – experimental pop built around a glitching harp.
– Chad Hugo featuring Tierra Whack and Leikeli47 – energetic, funk-driven breakbeats.
– Cole Pulice – soothing experimental saxophone composition.
- Twisted Teens are presented as a standout new country-punk act.
- Their third album of 2026 is due later this year.
- The playlist spans rap, post-punk, Americana and experimental music.