Friday Music Guide: New Music From Kacey Musgraves, Noah Kahan, The Pussycat Dolls & More

After teasing her return with billboards and posters that instructed who to call for a “real good time,” Kacey Musgraves is back with a new single and album on the way. “Dry Spell” previews the singer’s sixth album, Middle Of Nowhere , out May 1. The cheeky, twangy track chronicles Musgrave’s experience with a streak of celibacy, while the punny lyrics are balanced by warm, Western instrumentation.

A song like this is practically begging to be covered by Sabrina Carpenter. As the April release of Noah Kahan’s anticipated new album nears, the singer has shared his next single, “Porch Light.” True to his folk tendencies, the song prioritizes storytelling over a jangly guitar riff — but perhaps what stands out most is Kahan’s vocal performance, as he seamlessly dips into his higher register throughout the track.

With “Porch Light,” it becomes more clear that The Great Divide will showcase new depth to Kahan’s skillset — and thankfully, he has never been an artist to shy away from digging deep. Yes, it’s true; in the year 2026, The Pussycat Dolls are...