Music News Roundup: Dua Lipa, Harry Styles, EJAE, Olivia Dean, and Ed Sheeran Shine in Recent Projects
Dua Lipa, known for her work with YSL Beauty's LIBRE fragrance, has covered Aretha Franklin's "Think" for the new Berry Crush fragrance campaign. The song's chorus emphasizes the theme of freedom, which aligns with the fragrance's name meaning "free" in French.
Harry Styles, in anticipation of his upcoming album release, collaborated with Apple Music to curate two playlists. "Kiss All The Time" features his love songs, while "Disco, Occasionally" includes upbeat tracks like "Watermelon Sugar." The new album, Kiss All the Time, Disco Occasionally, is set to be released in March.
EJAE, the voice behind Rumi in Kpop Demon Hunters, has been recognized as one of the 2026 Artists to Watch in Amazon's global campaign. Her music, including non-Demon Hunters songs, will be featured on dedicated playlists throughout the year.
Olivia Dean has received four MOBO Awards nominations, including song of the year for "Man I Need" and album of the year for The Art of Loving. She is also nominated for best female act and best R&B/soul act. The awards ceremony will take place on March 26 in Manchester, England.
Ed Sheeran recently performed "Drive" for the first time on Jimmy Kimmel Live! with collaborators such as John Mayer and Dave Grohl. The performance can be viewed on the show's YouTube channel.
In conclusion, these artists are making waves in the music industry with their latest projects and collaborations, showcasing their talent and creativity across various platforms.