The Best Pop Groups Of 2026

Do pop groups even exist anymore? Of course, but they're not as easy to find as you might think. In a world full of pop stars, rock bands, rappers, county singers, techno DJs, and eccentric indie artists, it's difficult to discover new pop music by actual groups beyond the Top 40 solo musicians with backup bands. That being said, we've got a fire roster of 2026's hottest pop bands, ranging from hybrid alternative pop rock supergroup Imagine Dragons to indie pop cool guys Glass Animals. Whether your music taste leans more towards California girl group HAIM or the OG trendsetters Tears for Fears, we want to know which trending pop groups currently conquer your car stereos! Which of these musicians are you most excited to see live, and whose records are you listening to right now? Vote below for the best pop groups of 2026, and be sure to also check out this year's top new pop songs afterwards.

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