A Mid-Year Review of 2026 in Music

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It’s the Sidetracked mid-year review, in which Annie and Nick look back on the biggest moments of 2026 so far. Back in January, they made some predictions for the year in music and it's time to find out - do they possess psychic abilities or wishful dispositions? From Harry Styles’ return to Rosalía’s LUX tour, which moments define 2026 so far? Featuring Mark Savage, Jessie Ware, Elmiene, and CMAT. SONGS Mary J. Blige - I'm Goin’ Down Harry Styles - Aperture Rosalía - Magnolias Oasis - Wonderwall Justin Bieber - DAISIES Justin Bieber – Beauty and a Beat Taylor Swift – I Knew It, I Knew You Shakira & Burna Boy – Dai Dai ALBUMS Rosalía - LUX Harry Styles – Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally. Madonna – Confessions II Justin Bieber - SWAG