New easy listening releases: October 26 – November 1, 2026

This week's easy listening highlights include unexpected genre shifts, such as Mariah Carey's tease of a grunge album, and nostalgic reflections on classic collaborations, including Sting, Peter Gabriel, and Phil Collins in 1985. New releases feature Dominic Fike, Queens of the Stone Age, and Kacey Musgraves, who announces the January 15 release of 'Middle of Nowhere Vol. 2: Tex Mex Tapes.' Meanwhile, archival insights reveal that Kenny Rogers' hit was originally meant for Van Stephenson, and a 1983 chart-topper by Rogers and Dolly Parton was initially intended for Marvin Gaye. The week also introduces Burgundy from Melbourne, adding a fresh voice to the genre's evolving landscape.

1. 01

   Mariah Carey

   Mariah Carey Teases Grunge Album Amid Fan Hype

   Nov 2 · 4 outlets

2. 02

   Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins, Sting

   Remember When Sting and Peter Gabriel Sang on a Phil Collins Song in 1985?

   Oct 31 · 1 outlet

3. 03

   Kenny Rogers, Van Stephenson

   This Kenny Rogers Hit Was Intended for Van Stephenson Instead

   Oct 30 · 1 outlet

4. 04

   Dominic Fike, Mariah Carey, Queens of the Stone Age

   Dominic Fike, Mariah Carey & Queens of the Stone Age: New Music Friday Guide

   Oct 30 · 1 outlet

5. 05

   Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers, Bee Gees, Marvin Gaye

   On This Day in 1983, Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton Topped the Charts With a Bee Gees-Penned Hit Originally Intended for Marvin Gaye

   Oct 29 · 1 outlet

6. 06

   Kacey Musgraves

   SPILL NEW MUSIC: KACEY MUSGRAVES ANNOUNCES ‘MIDDLE OF NOWHERE VOL. 2: TEX MEX TAPES’ ARRIVING JANUARY 15

   Oct 27 · 1 outlet

7. 07

   Burgundy

   Burgundy – Melbourne

   Oct 26 · 1 outlet

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