Published 20 October 2026

U2, Olivia Rodrigo and Chappell Roan lead this week’s new-music update from Universal Music Australia, with Take That also flagged in the announcement. Here’s a Keen look at the tracks and releases on the radar.

U2: The Greatest Show On Earth

U2’s latest track, “The Greatest Show On Earth”, is highlighted in the label’s roundup as another taste of their forthcoming album.

Olivia Rodrigo and Chappell Roan: expectations

Olivia Rodrigo’s “expectations”, including the collaboration with Chappell Roan, features in this week’s release selection. The pairing brings two major pop names together on a track already covered on Keen Eye 4 Concerts.

More tracks to check out

The release list also spotlights Leyla Ebrahimi’s “star” and Jamie Miller’s “Babydoll”. Take That return with their new track “Higher”, as confirmed in the supplied announcement artwork.

Michael Kiwanuka: FUDGE arrives Friday

Michael Kiwanuka’s fifth album, FUDGE, is due on Friday 23 October. According to the announcement, the self-produced record was recorded in early 2025 and explores the freedom of creating instinctively with a childlike spirit.

Justin Bieber’s Overboard finds fresh momentum

The update also points to renewed interest in Justin Bieber’s “Overboard”, linking its resurgence to 2010s nostalgia on TikTok. Universal reports a 93 per cent week-on-week increase in streams.

Which release is heading straight onto your playlist?

Source: Universal Music Australia’s New This Week release email from Harrison Cartwright, received 20 October 2026.

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