#Repost: Billboard.com - Maggie Rogers, Nicky Jam & More Are Spotify Editors' Picks for New Music Friday

Every week, Spotify updates their "New Music Friday" playlist, featuring 50 of the freshest new tracks hitting the service that week.

On the heels of Billboard's partnership with the streaming giant, we'll be tapping Spotify's editors to sift through the soon-to-be-hits and highlight the best of the bunch.

Check out the picks and listen to the entire "New Music Friday" playlist below.

Maggie Rogers - "On + Off"

Currently amid her first tour ever, singer-songwriter Maggie Rogers is wasting no time this year, recently sharing a personal journal entry where she excitedly states, "2017, I've been waiting for you all my life." To put it simply, while Rogers is humbly self-describing this past year as "wild and wonderful," she knows 2016 is a year she'll always cherish and never forget. Over the summer, Rogers career was unforeseeably catapulted to new heights after Pharrell found himself at a loss for words when first listening to her now-breakout single "Alaska." Today, the 22-year-old returns with a strong follow-up to the very track that kickstarted her career and propelled her to viral fame, proving she has a lot of music (and magic) left inside of her to whimsically sculpt, polish and share. Her new single, "On + Off," frames her cleverly dynamic voice, with melodic keys, electronic seasoning and subtle handclaps enabling her to co-exist harmoniously and enchantingly between folk, pop and dance with grace. As further exemplified by "On + Off," Rogers continues to navigate territory uniquely her own, leaving room for experimentation without losing sight of who she is, and wants to be, as an artist. Her music encompasses an innate power to transport listeners to a realm full of possibility and wonder, while also simultaneously reminding us soul-warming adventure is just around the corner of where we already are.

Nicky Jam - "Without You"

Back in late December, Vin Diesel took to social media to bless Reggaeton singer-songwriter Nicky Jam's new single, "Without You," referring to the track as "another No. 1 hit right here." While the two have become close friends working together on the feature film, xXx: Return of Xander Cage, Diesel's kind words do hold some objective merit: Nicky Jam's new heartwarming acoustic ballad is a strong offering beautifully highlighting his talents as a musician not to be slept on. After breaking out as a teenage sensation, the now 35-year-old today (Jan. 20) releases his first studio album in a decade, Fénix, an ambitious 26-track collection featuring guests such as Sean Paul and Daddy Yankee, as well as includes his chart-topping and record-breaking collaboration with Enrique Iglesias. Whether he is singing in Spanish or English, the album is full of his undeniably catchy trademark hooks, with the singer's true star power shining through along with his lifelong condition of being a hopeless romantic. Months after winning Song of the Year, Favorite Collaboration and Favorite Streaming Song at the Latin AMAs for his and Iglesias' smash single "El Perdón," Nicky Jam is beyond ready to claim what's rightfully his again, today celebrating both his Hollywood debut as an actor and his noble comeback as a resilient recording artist further proving he's Latin America's true Renaissance man.

Wale - "Running Back" featuring Lil Wayne

For Wale and Lil Wayne, finding inspiration in both football and money is as second nature as stepping into the booth has become for each longtime rapper. While their latest collaboration is not their first together, the track "Running Back" does mark a new chapter for Wale, with the single doubling as a first taste off of his forthcoming fifth studio album, Shine. The two sports fanatics recently made an appearance on ESPN's First Take, a show whose theme song is also a Wale original, and during the show, they previewed "Running Back" for the first time. True to the theme, the bouncy track is full of football metaphors, also weaving in women, money and the problems that are commonly associated with each. Weezy has some fun with his verse, talking about putting his woman "on time out and everything," when his spoiling her doesn’t feel like it’s enough or appreciated. The track features breezy production, accented by radiant flutes and deliberately scattered percussion, giving the song an airy nature that allows listeners to hang onto every word from both artists, with Weezy's guest verse particularly a spotlight-stealer. "Running Back" is definitely an earworm track worth literally running back, a perfect tease to what Wale has awaiting us with Shine, due out later this year.

Lady Antebellum - "You Look Good"

Although Lady Antebellum made their debut a decade ago, the country trio is still finding exciting ways to shake up their sound. Their latest offering, "You Look Good," is a perfect example of this, incorporating horns into their music for the first time, an experimentation that refreshingly works in their favor. The upbeat, funky single marks the group's return, after taking a brief hiatus in order to work on solo projects this past year, and also doubles as the first track off of their forthcoming sixth studio album, Heart Break. With a contagious chorus and each member trading turns on the mic, the song has a feel-good energy that frontwoman Hillary Scott promises will be perfect for their live show. Along with the new single, Lady A also announced a 43-date North American tour, which is slated to kick off on May 26th. While the song does sway from what fans have come to expect from the decorated Nashville-based musicians over the years, the group details that their upcoming album is "all about those personal growths everyone goes through," showcasing in what we've heard so far that growth is both welcome and worth celebrating now more than ever.

From First To Last - "Make War"

In celebration of his 29th birthday this week, Skrillex decided to do something special for his fans, but not in a way anyone could see coming. In fact, after lightheartedly tweeting that he was actually "getting younger," the famed EDM producer chose to throw things all the way back to his teenage years -- a time where he was still commonly referred to by his government name Sonny Moore and was busy surprising the music industry as an eager 16-year-old wildcard artist first discovered on MySpace -- epically reuniting with the original members of his first endeavor, post-hardcore/emo outfit From First to Last. The recording of "Make War" signifies the group's first formal reunion since the former frontman left to pursue his solo career in 2007. Much to the delight of day one supporters, FFTL's new track picks up right where the group last left off before parting ways with Moore, who at the time expressed concerns regarding permanently damaging his vocal cords, with "Make War" reminiscent of the signature sound they established back in the mid-2000s. According to a statement discussing the song's conception and creation, Moore lent his creative expertise as a producer, co-writer and vocalist, proving that the multidimensional musician still has what it takes to create a solid alternative rock song, even dusting off his veteran ability to stylistically scream in between belting choruses. While it currently remains unclear if the track will exist as a one-off for old time's sake or if it will signify the beginning of the band's next chapter together, "Make War" certainly pleases the palate in the meantime, showing that Moore's talents as a career musician are aging like fine wine. 

#Repost: Billboard.com - The Chainsmokers, Halsey, Migos & More Are Spotify Editors' Picks for New Music Friday

Every week, Spotify updates their "New Music Friday" playlist, featuring 50 of the freshest new tracks hitting the service that week.

On the heels of Billboard's partnership with the streaming giant, we'll be tapping Spotify's editors to sift through the soon-to-be-hits and highlight the best of the bunch.

Check out the picks and listen to the entire "New Music Friday" playlist below.

The Chainsmokers - "Paris"

With the Grammys a month away, The Chainsmokers, who are nominated for an impressive three awards, continue their streak as hitmakers, delivering a new single that is sure to carry us through any possible mid-January winter blues. While promoting their new track, "Paris," the DJ duo offered their own interpretation of the song's title, sharing two definitions that hold a different meaning than solely doubling as the beloved capital of France, detailing "Paris" may also refer to "1: a sentimental yearning for a reality that isn't genuine," and "2: an irrecoverable condition for fantasy that evokes nostalgia or day dreams." Although their proposed definition fits the song's blissed-out dreamy feel, part of the chorus is open to another interpretation, offering solidarity to the citizens of Paris who just over a year ago experienced a terrorist attack, with the line, "If we go down, we go down together." Their new single sticks to their signature sound, recruiting a female vocalist to both strengthen and soften their track before it builds into a series of guitar riffs and gentle, melodic production. With "Paris" the Chainsmokers have once again found success balancing infectious minimalism with catchy lyrics, leaving audiences with no choice but to sing along and get lost on cobblestone sidewalks under dimly lit street lamps in one of the world's most romantic and mysterious cities.  

Halsey - "Not Afraid Anymore"

Just days after the official tracklisting for the Fifty Shades Darker soundtrack was announced, the franchise has today released Halsey's contribution, a steamy track titled "Not Afraid Anymore." With the compilation boasting a star-studded array of musicians, including fellow A-list singer Nick Jonas who shared the bold (and fitting) prediction "many babies will be made to this soundtrack," Halsey's track is right at home and in good company, among the likes of Nicki Minaj, Tove Lo and John Legend, to name a few. The 22-year-old singer's offering falls in line with the book-turned-movie's reoccurring themes of seduction, fantasy and forbidden love, placing her storytelling lyrics delicately and fiercely over an enticing and darkly menacing composition, full of striking violins and crashing drums. Rising to the challenge of creating a visual track capable of transporting listeners directly into the intense plot between leading characters Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele, "Not Afraid Anymore" showcases Halsey's tried and true ability to use her confidence in her vocal talents to take charge, captivating audiences with a her distinctively sultry voice and a similar bravado not-so-subtly found in the very major motion picture she's helping soundtrack.

Julia Michaels - "Issues"

After helping pen tracks for the likes of Justin Bieber, Nick Jonas, Gwen Stefani, Britney Spears, Selena Gomez and more, Julia Michaels is ready to let her own voice shine and step alone into the spotlight. After inking a deal with Republic Records and performing at the 2016 Closing Ceremonies at the Olympic Games in Brazil alongside electronic music heavyweight Kygo, the singer-songwriter has finally begun teasing her forthcoming EP with the release of her debut solo track, "Issues." While she has impressively co-written songs that have gone on to exceed a reported 8 billion streams, it's clear she has plenty of material left in the vault, maybe even setting aside some of her best material for her own solo career. While the 23-year-old chooses to navigate her "issues" on her new single, judging from her growing catalog, she has a lot more figured out than she's letting on. With blunt, honest lyricism and razor-sharp songwriting, Michaels' decision to choose minimal production proves to be wise, helping to frame her intriguing vocals expertly in order to give fans a delicious first taste of what is yet to come. As far as making a strong introduction goes, this rising talent has that mastered, too. 

Migos - "T-Shirt" and "Call Casting"

Raindrop, drop top... Migos is poised to take the music industry by storm this year, thanks in part to an epic co-sign from Donald Glover. While accepting an award at the Golden Globes for his hit show Atlanta this past weekend (Jan. 8), the insanely talented Glover took advantage of the moment in the spotlight to do the unexpected during his speech, thanking Migos, "Not for being on the show, but for making ‘Bad and Boujee.’" Later in the night he went on to refer to the hip-hop trio as "the Beatles of this generation," but at this point the Internet was already sent into a frenzy in support of both parties respectfully and the rest is now history. While such a shout out is equally memorable and influential, it doesn't hurt that Migos not only is now holding down the No. 1 slot on the Billboard Hot 100 with the track Glover referred to as "the best song ever," but has also been busy readying their second studio album, Culture, due out on January 27. Today, the Georgia natives continue their winning streak, sharing two new singles off of the album, "T-Shirt" and "Call Casting." In true fashion to the group's lavish trap stylings, each single has an infectious quality that will have fans listening on repeat until the total package arrives later this month. 

Bonobo - "No Reason" featuring Nick Murphy

Bonobo today makes a triumphant return after a four-year hiatus with the release of his sixth studio album, Migration. The 12-track LP, out on Ninja Tune, is an adventurous collection of varying moods, tempos and melodies, each so beautiful the project can arguably be considered poetry in and of itself. The British-born Los Angeles transplant has been navigating the electronic end of the spectrum for almost two decades now, masterfully weaving through boutique genres such as downtempo, chillwave and trip hop, in order to perfect his reputed experimental style. With his new project offering a diverse range of songs, each complete with his characteristic polish of eclectic flair, "No Reason" is a bewitching feat, clocking in at over seven minutes of brilliant, brooding production. The emotive ballad features Nick Murphy, with both elegantly exploring mystical themes surrounding the unknown but doing so with curiosity, instead of fear. At times, perhaps thanks to fleeting vocals and the song's accompanying dark melodies, "No Reason" feels like a somber inner dialogue, artistically displayed over a smart, rolling composition as complex as it is precise. In a way, the mesmerizing track itself takes us full circle, much like how Bonobo's travels always seem to take him home, no matter exactly where that may be.

How Quickly Do We Forget About Rap Beef These Days?

In 1998, the breakout success of the infamous boy band sensation known as the Hanson Brothers was the only thing my suburban peers were talking about.

I was in the third grade when I won the elementary school-age lottery and found myself third row at the biggest concert venue in my hometown. My best friend confirmed our lifelong friendship when she eagerly chose me to join her after her father surprised her with two tickets to the hottest show in town (well three tickets, because he had to suffer through the boy band's crooning and pre-teen swooning to supervise us). My 8-year-old confidence was through the roof after that. Even though I was maybe too young for my first big concert, at that time, I had too much sauce and the world was mine.

Years later, I found myself third row once again, this time at a Nas concert, covering the special occasion for my job as a music journalist. As he powered through his classic catalog, I couldn't help but think back to the last time I rocked a show from such unforgettable seats, wondering what my childhood best friend was up to at that very moment. We hadn't talked in roughly a decade, and from my fleeting memory, it was because of her opposing opinions regarding the Spice Girls. I'm dead serious. S**t got that real. You either sided with me and we ate lunch together, or you sided with her and I kept a petty distance.

While my hip-hop peers of today had been discussing the Notorious B.I.G. versus Tupac, firsthand experiencing the most iconic and definitive rap beef of all time, I was boasting some stubborn music preferences myself while sporting my first-ever pair of Nikes and talking PG-rated smack on the basketball court at the neighborhood YMCA. Now that it's the year 2017, such beefs may not end friendships as drastically and permanently as they did in the 90s but do they escalate as quickly as they are resolved? Or, does the Internet never forget, honestly truly?

This month, my pen game has focused specifically on the antics of Soulja Boy and Chris Brown. As their beef began in a traditional sense, with each fighting over the affection of the same woman, it grew into a possible celebrity boxing match inspired by 50 Cent and further supported by Floyd Mayweather and Mike Tyson. If this was 1995, such an evolution would have taken weeks, maybe even months, and been soundtracked with an assortment of fiery diss tracks. However, until Fif got involved, Soulja was already apologizing to Breezy, even proposing the idea of working together and "being friends." So, one has to ask, will we still be talking about this a week from today? Will the idea of a high-stake boxing match gain momentum over time or fizzle out as a new beef with new players is placed front and center on every music website?

I personally would be elated if I could focus on literally anything else than Soulja Boy's video selfie confessionals, reminiscent of a millennial Real World, but judging from his track record, that won't be the case. However, unlike the case of Meek Mill vs. Drake, a modern rap beef permanently etched into our culture, Soulja Boy has so much going on, it's not always exactly clear who his problem is with. Soulja Boy vs. the World makes it much so harder to keep track, and therefore we become less engaged from the sidelines.

Naturally, that phenomenon snowballs because Soulja still wants the spotlight on him, so he picks bigger targets to air his frustration and test his luck with. As fans wonder if he'll end up getting locked up or losing his shiny World Poker Deal as a result of his aggressive Instagram tendencies, we're still talking about it and having a good laugh over the madness, aided by such gifts as him getting spontaneously attacked on camera. Although we may have trouble personally investing in the beefs he ignites, the way that we do when it comes to Meek and Drizzy, Soulja Boy is a lowkey marketing genius. At times, he's blissfully unaware of the long term affects his idiocracy may have on his career, but right now, he's got us in the palm of his hands where he wants us. While I hate it, I can't help but semi-respect it.

Question is, how exactly long will it all last?