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Rolling Stone UK Unveils July 24 Hot New Songs Playlist Featuring Chloe Slater, Nieve Ella, and Sam Smith
On Friday, July 24 2026, Rolling Stone UK refreshed its weekly Hot New Songs playlist, spotlighting three UK and Ireland artists who have released fresh singles that week. The updated list includes Chloe Slater’s “Mother Nature’s Killing Spree,” Nieve Ella’s “Standing On A Pane Of Glass,” and Sam Smith’s “Oh Mother,” along with tracks from Phoebe Green, Alice Barlow, Meryl Streek, RIP Magic, Barry Can’t Swim, The Snuts, and John Glacier.
The playlist is part of Rolling Stone UK’s effort to help listeners cut through the approximately 840,000 new songs that appear on streaming platforms each week. Curated every Friday, the Hot New Songs list is available on Spotify and is designed to surface what the editors consider the most noteworthy releases from the UK and Ireland.
Chloe Slater’s single was released on the same day the playlist was updated. According to Under the Radar, Slater shared “Mother Nature’s Killing Spree” as the lead track from her forthcoming debut album Riot Youth, scheduled for release on October 9 2026 through Stolen Juice (AWAL). The song draws on dystopian literature and environmental themes, and a music video was posted to YouTube on July 24 2026. Slater’s Instagram post on the same day confirmed the release and thanked collaborators Jamierendle, Shutemusic, and Ashworkman for their roles in writing and production.
Nieve Ella’s new single, “Standing On A Pane Of Glass,” was issued a day earlier, on July 23 2026, and appears on the playlist as the lead track from her debut album How Long Will It Take?, due October 16 2026 through Artist Theory. Readdork reported that the single is accompanied by a video directed by Millie Jamieson‑Pond. The track’s lyrics and release details are also listed on Genius and LyricsFA.
Sam Smith’s “Oh Mother” was released on July 24 2026 as the second single from the singer’s forthcoming fifth album Hazel Eyes. The song features The TwoCity Chorus and is described on Genius and UDiscoverMusic as a “powerful anthem” that explores the relationship between a child and a parent. A lyric video was uploaded to YouTube on the same day, and the track is available on all major streaming services.
In addition to the three highlighted singles, the playlist includes Phoebe Green’s “Polluting You With Me,” Alice Barlow’s “Behind,” Meryl Streek’s “Rags to Riches,” RIP Magic’s “Light Over There,” Barry Can’t Swim’s “Dance Dance Dance,” The Snuts’ “In Motion,” and John Glacier’s “Bond Girl.” While the article does not detail each of these tracks, their inclusion demonstrates the breadth of contemporary UK and Irish pop, indie, and alternative releases that Rolling Stone UK deems noteworthy.
The Hot New Songs playlist is part of a broader strategy by Rolling Stone UK to provide a curated listening experience amid the deluge of new music. By focusing on artists from the UK and Ireland, the editors aim to highlight regional talent and give listeners a manageable selection of fresh releases each week.
Looking ahead, listeners can anticipate the full release of Slater’s Riot Youth on October 9, Ella’s How Long Will It Take? on October 16, and Smith’s Hazel Eyes later in the year. The playlist will continue to be updated every Friday, offering a snapshot of the latest UK and Irish releases and serving as a resource for fans and industry observers alike.
The playlist is part of Rolling Stone UK’s effort to help listeners cut through the approximately 840,000 new songs that appear on streaming platforms each week. Curated every Friday, the Hot New Songs list is available on Spotify and is designed to surface what the editors consider the most noteworthy releases from the UK and Ireland.
Chloe Slater’s single was released on the same day the playlist was updated. According to Under the Radar, Slater shared “Mother Nature’s Killing Spree” as the lead track from her forthcoming debut album Riot Youth, scheduled for release on October 9 2026 through Stolen Juice (AWAL). The song draws on dystopian literature and environmental themes, and a music video was posted to YouTube on July 24 2026. Slater’s Instagram post on the same day confirmed the release and thanked collaborators Jamierendle, Shutemusic, and Ashworkman for their roles in writing and production.
Nieve Ella’s new single, “Standing On A Pane Of Glass,” was issued a day earlier, on July 23 2026, and appears on the playlist as the lead track from her debut album How Long Will It Take?, due October 16 2026 through Artist Theory. Readdork reported that the single is accompanied by a video directed by Millie Jamieson‑Pond. The track’s lyrics and release details are also listed on Genius and LyricsFA.
Sam Smith’s “Oh Mother” was released on July 24 2026 as the second single from the singer’s forthcoming fifth album Hazel Eyes. The song features The TwoCity Chorus and is described on Genius and UDiscoverMusic as a “powerful anthem” that explores the relationship between a child and a parent. A lyric video was uploaded to YouTube on the same day, and the track is available on all major streaming services.
In addition to the three highlighted singles, the playlist includes Phoebe Green’s “Polluting You With Me,” Alice Barlow’s “Behind,” Meryl Streek’s “Rags to Riches,” RIP Magic’s “Light Over There,” Barry Can’t Swim’s “Dance Dance Dance,” The Snuts’ “In Motion,” and John Glacier’s “Bond Girl.” While the article does not detail each of these tracks, their inclusion demonstrates the breadth of contemporary UK and Irish pop, indie, and alternative releases that Rolling Stone UK deems noteworthy.
The Hot New Songs playlist is part of a broader strategy by Rolling Stone UK to provide a curated listening experience amid the deluge of new music. By focusing on artists from the UK and Ireland, the editors aim to highlight regional talent and give listeners a manageable selection of fresh releases each week.
Looking ahead, listeners can anticipate the full release of Slater’s Riot Youth on October 9, Ella’s How Long Will It Take? on October 16, and Smith’s Hazel Eyes later in the year. The playlist will continue to be updated every Friday, offering a snapshot of the latest UK and Irish releases and serving as a resource for fans and industry observers alike.
