Mario Bautista
It’s Friday, and there’s plenty of scary stuff happening in the world. As chaos, stress, and sadness feel overwhelming, there’s one thing we can always turn to for serotonin and joy—music. And if everything’s going great for you and you just want to vibe, that’s cool too. Here are 10 new tracks released this week to kick off your weekend.
BAD BUNNY – NUEVAYoL
Bad Bunny has released DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS, debatably his best album thus far. Latinos are embracing the love letter to Puerto Rico around the world, and it is truly a work of art. The opening track, “NUEVAYoL” will have you dancing with Puerto Rican sounds and ancestral roots like Bomba, Salsa, and Plena. If you haven’t listened to the album yet, do yourself a favor and throw it on.
Triple Charm – Me Extrañas
Rising American pop trio TRIPLE CHARM have released their EP, Undercover in Love. The four-track collection showcases their range, featuring “Me Extrañas,” which comes with a fun and colorful music video shot in Puerto Rico.
Mac Miller – 5 Dollar Pony Rides
The estate of Mac Miller, who passed away on September 7, 2018, is expected to release his highly anticipated posthumous album, Balloonerism later this month. While it was leaked online, it should be noted the official release has the support of his family. Ahead of its release, they dropped “5 Dollar Pony Rides,” and as expected, it’s a banger. It’s a look into the sounds the rapper was experimenting with before his tragic death.
Miramar – Incertidumbre
Miramar, an up-and-coming Richmond-based Bolero Beat band dros their album Entre Tus Flores. Embracing discovery and tradition with Puerto Rican and Chilean influences their track “Incertidumbre” shows off their unique, global, sound.
Kapo – ALOH ALOH
Global breakthrough artist KAPO starts 2025 with the catchy “Aloh Aloh.” The Colombian star continues to embrace Latin Afrobeats making for a lovely listening experience that will perk up your ears and have you swaying. The song is an ode to love, celebrating the deep chemistry between lovers.
Jacqie Rivera – Corazoncito
Jacqie Rivera is back with Corazoncito, a self-love anthem she co-wrote, embracing the idea that the love we seek is within us. After her heartfelt 2024 tribute “Yo Te Extrañaré,” honoring her mom Jenni Rivera, and featuring her uncle Lupillo Rivera, Jacqie is ready for what’s to come in 2025.
Fonseca feat. Jhonathan Chavez, Alejandro Torres, Kenny y Kiara, Raúl Aparicio & Anarkelys Arias – Por Toda la Vida
Fonseca’s “Por Toda la Vida” gets a vibrant Panamanian twist in a “Tipiquera” remix. Featuring Jhonathan Chavez, Kenny y Kiara, and more, the track blends Colombian vallenato with Panamanian folklore for a fresh, award-winning sound.
Majo Aguilar – El Beso
Rising música Mexicana star from the famous Aguilar dynasty, Majo Aguilar releases her latest mariachi tumbado single, “El Beso.” The heartfelt ballad explores love, the electrifying moment of a first kiss, and the magic that happens when two souls make a connection.
Kat Luna – Happiest I’ve Ever Been
Kat Luna, an up-and-coming Latina voice in country music releases “Happiest I’ve Ever Been.” The Spanglish track shows off the singer’s powerful vocals and she’s definitely one to watch in 2025.
Japanese Breakfast – Orlando in Love
Japanese Breakfast’s new single, “Orlando in Love,” comes after singer Michelle Zauner’s bestselling memoir Crying in H Mart catapulted her into mainstream media. Returning to music, the band is dropping its fourth album For Melancholy Brunettes (& sad women), in March. It’s lead single, “Orlando in Love” will take you on a dreamy adventure.
