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Having made his name on TikTok, singer-songwriter Conan Gray carved a reputation as ‘the prince of sad songs’. This, his second album, combines pop bangers with confessional wounded lyrics and is, in short, the sound of heartbreak you can dance to.

Mixing styles from classical Japan, Western influence pop and rock, anime and a host of others, spun in a way that only the Japanese know how. Expect big synths, big riffs and even bigger energy – J-Pop style.

Two icons, ‘mavericks’ if you will, graced the silver screen this year, one real life and one fictional, but you get the theme. Celebrate music from their respected soundtracks, Top Gun: Maverick and Elvis, and a host of other musical ‘mavericks’. 

Although The White Stripes’ third album was recorded in just four days, in order to keep it ‘as unorganized as possible’ according to Jack White, it nevertheless proved to be their commercial breakthrough. Why? That would be the superlative songwriting, then. 

Having nailed her Glastonbury ‘legends’ slot, Diana Ross is once again blipping hard on the cultural radar (although the idea that she was ever off, it is very much up for debate). Here’s a chance to appreciate the disco diva’s iconic output, afresh.

C-pop or Mandopop (sung in Mandarin) has been benefiting from the huge influence coming from South Korea and Japan, and with a country of billions backing them, the pop sound of Chinese pop is here to stay. 

When pop goes even more pop! Expect some of your favourite ‘school disco’ moments and ‘holiday bangers’ compressed into one massive playlist. Remember Steps, Las Ketchup, Aqua? Yep - they’re all here. 

Head down to the mosh pit and embrace the feel of a live concert without the worry about running out of drink or needing the loo. A collection of live recordings from some of the world’s biggest acts performed in cities around the world. 

Recharge and feel good on your flight with this collection of acoustic hits that will put a smile on your face. Acoustic renditions of pop tunes accompanied with live instruments, recorded in a live setting all with a single aim.

Time to hit the dancefloor, or just have a wiggle in your seat, as we deep dive into some of the biggest ‘booty-shaking’ R&B bangers that have rocked your night out. Expect Beyonce, Kelis, Usher and more.