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New Music Friday April 10, 2026: The Week's Best Releases
From Brooke Combe to Oliver Tree, these are the top music drops of the week.
Apr. 10, 2026 at 7:37pm
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The dazzling textures and lighting of the music industry's biggest releases capture the emotional resonance and creative energy behind this week's New Music Friday.Indio TodayThis week's New Music Friday is packed with exciting new releases from up-and-coming artists like Brooke Combe, Lykke Li, Holly Humberstone, Denise Julia, and Jared Benjamin, as well as established stars like Oliver Tree and Cruz Beckham. The diverse array of tracks spans soul, indie-pop, R&B, and rock, showcasing the breadth of talent in the music industry.
Why it matters
With Coachella kicking off its first weekend, this New Music Friday drop is particularly noteworthy, as many artists are using the platform to debut new music and connect with fans. The releases highlight the continued evolution of popular music genres and the rising voices shaping the industry.
The details
Highlights include Brooke Combe's emotive 'Tears Don't Lie,' Lykke Li's atmospheric 'Sick of Love,' Holly Humberstone's introspective 'Cruel World,' Denise Julia's empowered '2GOOD4U,' and Jared Benjamin's moody 'Drag Me Down.' Established acts like Oliver Tree and Cruz Beckham also make waves with new singles 'All You Ever Wanted' and 'Waste Your Pain' respectively. Up-and-comer kenzie examines the complexities of growing up on her 'notes from the in between' EP.
- Lykke Li will be performing at Coachella on April 10 and April 17.
- Holly Humberstone's album 'Cruel World' is out now.
- Denise Julia's new single '2GOOD4U' is her first release in over a year.
- Jared Benjamin's 'Drag Me Down' precedes his upcoming 'The ICARUS Tour' starting next week.
- kenzie's 'notes from the in between' EP was released on April 10, 2026.
The players
Brooke Combe
A Scottish soul artist who recently made her debut with Verge Records.
Lykke Li
A Swedish artist releasing her next album 'The Afterparty' on May 8.
Holly Humberstone
A BRIT Rising Star winning artist who just released her sophomore album 'Cruel World.'
Denise Julia
A Filipina pop-R&B artist and producer known for her hit song 'NVMD.'
Jared Benjamin
A dark pop phenom preparing to kick off his debut 'The ICARUS Tour.'
What they’re saying
“'Tears Won't Lie' is a song that explores the truth that surfaces after a relationship falls apart. It's about someone who has spent years hiding their pain behind a smile, only to be confronted with the emotional reality they can't suppress anymore. Sort of like the moment grief, self-awareness and reality meet, and you're suddenly awake and won't lose yourself to love again.”
— Brooke Combe, Artist
“'It's this moment of complete humiliation, and you're trying to be strong. I had a lot of fun writing these lyrics … I laughed a lot.'”
— Lykke Li
“'This album encapsulates two years of loving, learning, yearning, growing up, embracing changes and navigating being a young woman in the modern world. I feel so privileged to have been able to grow and learn so much about myself and those closest to me through its creation.'”
— Holly Humberstone, Artist
“'You're probably wondering why it took so long for me to release new music. A little over a year to be exact. While I was battling three diagnoses, I disappeared for a while and moved to the states alone. Went through a period of adjustment that challenged me more than I expected. Never felt so out of place in a country that felt rough and unfamiliar. So I kept to myself for a while. Stayed inside. Just trying to feel worth living again.'”
— Denise Julia, Artist
“'I wrote 'Drag Me Down' to make a statement to the people who talk and judge others. They will always be a part of life, but part of succeeding is rising above that noise, and telling them to F off along the way.'”
— Jared Benjamin, Artist
The takeaway
This week's New Music Friday showcases the incredible diversity and talent within the music industry, with artists spanning genres and backgrounds coming together to release a wide array of compelling new tracks. From emotional ballads to upbeat anthems, these releases demonstrate the power of music to connect, inspire, and help listeners navigate the complexities of life.
