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Portraits of Tracy, 12k Gotti, Greg Freeman, and More: This Week’s Pitchfork Selects Playlist
Pitchfork has published its latest weekly "Selects" playlist (dated 27 July 2026), a regular feature in which the outlet's writers and editors share standout new tracks they've been listening to. The playlist has no strict curatorial theme beyond being songs staff members would recommend to a friend, and it is compiled from the large volume of new music releases the team monitors each week.
This edition includes 14 tracks from artists such as Portraits of Tracy, Charli XCX, iKeda, Tyla, 70807 Teezy, ALLCAPS featuring Josh Forehead, 12k Gotti, Victoria Monét, Krill, Greg Freeman, Lamchop, Self Defense Family, Sam and Louise Sullivan, and Dog Date, each picked and credited to a different Pitchfork contributor. The playlist is available to stream on Apple Music and Spotify.
In short
- Pitchfork releases its weekly "Selects" staff-picked playlist for 27 July 2026.
- Features 14 tracks from artists including Charli XCX, Tyla and Victoria Monét.
- Available to stream on Apple Music and Spotify.
Explained simply
Pitchfork is an influential music publication that reviews and covers new releases across all genres. The outlet publishes a regular "Selects" playlist each week in which its writers and editors share standout songs they've been enjoying recently.
Each track on the playlist is picked and credited to a different staff member, meaning the selections reflect the varied tastes of the Pitchfork team rather than following a set theme. The staff compiles the playlist from the large volume of new music releases they listen to each week, offering readers a guide to songs worth discovering.
Pitchfork's recommendations carry weight in the music industry and among music fans, as the publication has built a reputation for identifying important new music and artists. The playlists are available to stream on Apple Music and Spotify, making them accessible to subscribers.