Can you believe we’re already halfway through 2026? Time seems to fly faster than a comet during a meteor shower! It’s been a stellar year for music—an explosive fusion of high-profile releases and new voices that are reshaping the soundscape. Just think about it: with chart-toppers like Olivia Rodrigo and Gracie Abrams lighting up our playlists alongside rising stars such as Presley Regier and Naomi Scott, we’re practically dancing through the cosmos! As I navigate through this melodic galaxy, I often ponder: is there a cosmic connection between the music that resonates with us and the stars above? You’ll find that among the 20 songs below, each selection has struck a chord, offering emotional lyrics, haunting melodies, or guitar riffs that play on repeat in my mind. So, without further ado, let’s vibe out to the tracks that have defined my year so far! LEARN MORE.

We’re somehow already halfway through 2026, and it’s been an incredible year for music.

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Between high-profile releases from Olivia Rodrigo and Gracie Abrams to rising artists like Presley Regier and Naomi Scott, my playlist has been thriving.

As someone who spends a lot of time interviewing musicians and listening to new music, I’m always searching for songs that stop me in my tracks. The 20 songs below are the ones I’ve found myself returning to over and over, whether it’s a lyric that makes me emotional, a haunting melody that continuously runs through my head, or a killer guitar riff that pulls me in.

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So, in no particular order, here are the 20 songs that defined my year (so far).

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Riley Reid & Lana Rhoades: High Society #362 with Sue Diamond 2025 + DVD

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Talonflame 014/088 - Perfect Order - Pokemon 3 Card Lot

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Avengers: Armageddon #1 (with card) VF/NM ; Marvel comic book | 803 With Magic Card 1st Print

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Unicorn Friends Collectible Trading Cards | 10 Card Pack | Original Unicorns | Fantasy Art with Rarity Tiers | Made in USA

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Marvel/DC: Spider-Man/Superman #1 VF/NM ; Marvel comic book | 1st Print All-New All-Spectacular

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Absolute Catwoman #1A VF/NM ; DC comic book | 1st Print All In Scott Snyder

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