We\u2019re more than halfway through 2026 already, so it\u2019s time for a round-up. This list is all about appreciating the under-appreciated: B-sides! Title tracks get a lot of love, but you might miss the B-sides from an album unless you\u2019re already a dedicated fan of the artist. This list will make sure you don\u2019t miss out on some of the best B-sides from 2026 so far!<\/p>\n
In no particular order.<\/p>\n
1. LE SSERAFIM<\/a> \u2013 \u201ciffy iffy\u201d<\/p>\n With a light, disco-inspired bounce that plays with all of the best music styles that have been influencing K-pop in 2026, \u201ciffy iffy\u201d is right in line with the LE SSERAFIM vibe of albums past without being overdone or boring. This is a song that can go on every playlist\u2014it vibes with just about any day or mood. It\u2019s the perfect balance for the other songs on this album!<\/p>\n 2. ATEEZ<\/a> \u2013 \u201cNASA\u201d<\/p>\n Known for their gritty, bass-heavy electronic sound, \u201cNASA\u201d serves up exactly the kind of sound that ATEEZ excels in. The backing isn\u2019t too overwhelming, though, and the members\u2019 voices really shine against the pared-back track. It\u2019s the perfect song to introduce ATEEZ to friends who don\u2019t know them yet. Just about anyone can groove to this one!<\/p>\n 3. IVE<\/a> \u2013 \u201cHOT COFFEE\u201d<\/p>\n IVE has been producing some pure K-pop goodness this year, and \u201cHOT COFFEE\u201d is no exception. It\u2019s K-pop in the purest sense, with strong vocals and an electronic track that adds texture and a beat without being completely overwhelming. This is the kind of song that makes you feel like you\u2019re performing your own concert in your bedroom!<\/p>\n 4. TXT<\/a> \u2013 \u201cBed of Thorns\u201d<\/p>\n TXT is known for throwing a bit of a strange twist on the trends in the best way possible! Riding the house and disco wave with their latest album, \u201cBed of Thorns\u201d lands quite a few curveballs with its haunting vocals and melancholic vocal melodies. It\u2019s a departure from the light, bright house songs of late, but it\u2019s totally addictive and keeps you listening!<\/p>\n 5. aespa<\/a> \u2013 \u201cSwitchblade (feat. Ty Dolla $ign)\u201d<\/p>\n The kind of song that everyone in the club would go crazy for, \u201cSwitchblade\u201d has all the makings of a chart-topper packed into a B-side. The bass-heavy bounce and understated vocals from the aespa members are totally hypnotic, which makes the Ty Dolla $ign feature even more impactful. And once you hear it, the title totally makes sense!<\/p>\n