Mid-Year 2026 Album Roundup: BTS, Olivia Rodrigo, Harry Styles, and More
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Rolling Stone
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A mid-year roundup of the best albums of 2026, highlighting major releases including BTS's return with "Arirang," Harry Styles' disco-inspired work, Robyn's "Sexistential," Noah Kahan's folk breakthrough, Olivia Rodrigo's New Wave-influenced album, and Ella Langley's country landmark. The article covers exciting developments across multiple genres.
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Rolling StoneMid-Year 2026 Album Roundup: BTS, Olivia Rodrigo, Harry Styles, and Morerollingstone.comKey quotes
· 5 pulledThe biggest news has got to be the return of BTS, who showcased their Korean roots with the excellent Arirang.
Harry Styles dropped some intimate disco kicks
Robyn returned with the sexcellent, grown-up Sexistential
Noah Kahan made good on his folk-hero promise
Olivia Rodrigo conjured the New Wave gods
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