This week's playlist features Destin Conrad's defiant queer dancehall album Roadrunner and seven other standout new tracks.

– Destin Conrad (Roadrunner): Grammy-nominated artist releases third album in two years, celebrating Jamaican roots and queer identity by transforming homophobic dancehall rhetoric into triumphant anthems.
– Madonna and Charli xcx – Danceteria Afterhours: Charli blends her Hackney origin story with PC Music and cultural references in this Confessions II highlight.
– Jane Remover – Beauty Sleep: Heavily compressed digicore-hyperpop track balancing minimalist production with melodic sensibility.
– Lily Konigsberg – Free Byrd: Indie track about self-determination and rejecting compromise in relationships.
– Tegan and Sara – Our Year (featuring Lights): Wistful synth-driven song about leaving a stagnant town.
– Catherine Elicson – Figure: Solo ballad from Empath's frontperson combining lo-fi guitar with instrumental work reminiscent of Vini Reilly.
– Morphine – Cocoon: Archive track from the Boston band's rarities album, showcasing their signature sax, crooning and bass.
– Space Afrika – Pretty Gospel (featuring Kiala Ogawa): Jazz ballad from Quiet Storm combining ambient textures with soulful vocals.