If your riders enjoy the throwback sound of ’60s and ’70s Laurel Canyon rock, exemplified by artists like CSNY, Eagles, Joni Mitchell, and Linda Ronstadt, they’ll love this modern-day take on it. As an added bonus, they’ll hear virtuosic performance on an instrument not usually heard in rock music or the cycling studio.Read more…
This song was recorded by an obscure French electronic duo, titled after a little-known indie rocker, and remixed by another French artist. So why has such an esoteric tune been appreciated by my riders for over 20 years? Because it makes for an awesome progressive climb.Read more…
This song, from the debut album of a hot, young, Twin Cities–based rock band, will inspire your riders to give more on a short, powerful flat road.Read more…
This song is a highlight from the newly released album by the most popular and influential current indie artist. The album is certain to be one of the contenders for Album of the Year and this song, perfect for a hard flat followed by recovery, is one of the reasons why.Read more…
This remix was first performed at the 2026 Brit Awards and won my award for the best performance ever at an awards ceremony. The album it’s taken from is one of the favorites to be awarded a Grammy. You’ll win an award from your riders when you include it in an indoor cycling playlist.Read more…
This pop superstar’s second single off her third album was expected to pay homage to Robert Smith’s band. Instead, it mimicked a hit song from another legacy rockstar, Billy Corgan. With ’90s rock as an influence to one of today’s biggest pop stars, this power ballad will appeal to both the Gen X and Gen Z population in your classes.Read more…
ICA introduced you to Chappell Roan, Geese, and MJ Lenderman before their fame took off like a rocket ship. This artist’s career is on a similar trajectory in 2026. You better use this song in your playlists before everyone else does.Read more…
While many people have said that rock is dead, this artist proclaimed that the dance floor is dead when she released this single that makes for a solid short, hard climb.Read more…
This Chicago band’s recent album featured several songs about different modes of transportation. The train-related one will rock your riders right off the tracks.Read more…
I use this artist’s music in my playlists as much now as I did when I became an instructor over 20 years ago. Why? Because their genius is timeless and appreciated by everyone from pop aficionados to rockers to house heads. Read more…