With the first half of the year almost behind us, we hit pause to reflect on some of the best tracks we've gotten so far, from Chappell Roan, Brittany Howard, Pedro The Lion and more.

Featured songs:
• Chappell Roan: "Good Luck, Babe!" (single)
• Pedro the Lion: "Modesto," from 'Santa Cruz'
• Tyla: "Safer," from 'TYLA'
• Blondshell: "Docket (feat. Bully)" (single)
• Helado Negro: "Colores Del Mar," from 'Phasor'
• Jessica Pratt: "World on a String," from 'Here In The Pitch'
• Mk.gee: "I Want," from 'Two Star & The Dream Police'
• Madi Diaz: "God Person," from 'Weird Faith'
• Brittany Howard: "Power to Undo," from 'What Now'

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