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Weekly Music Suggestions

Wednesday Timeless Classics: Hypnotic World Beats for a Cinematic Climb

2026-02-25
By: Jennifer Sage
On: February 25, 2026
In: Weekly Music Suggestions
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This is one of those tracks that sneaks up on you. Ethnic textures layered over a steady, hypnotic beat. It feels expansive, cinematic…like the road just opened up in front of you.Read more…

Mainstream Music Monday: The Song That Begs for More

2026-02-23
By: Kala Markel
On: February 23, 2026
In: Weekly Music Suggestions
With: 0 Comments

This inescapable Grammy-sweeping earworm is still ruling radio and social media. In fact, I bet you’ve hummed its cheeky hook without realizing. Who knew its slinky builds and punchy drops were made for crushing studio climbs that your riders will chant through? Read more…

Friday Favorites: A Fun, Energetic Song Pet Lovers Will Appreciate

2026-02-20
By: Bill Pierce
On: February 20, 2026
In: Weekly Music Suggestions
With: 0 Comments

This high-energy song will strike an emotional chord with the pet lovers in your class. You’ll want to take it anywhere with you.Read more…

Mainstream Music Monday: A Song Elton John Predicted Would Be a Hit

2026-02-16
By: Mark Fiddler
On: February 16, 2026
In: Weekly Music Suggestions
With: 0 Comments

Your classes will LOVE climbing to this track.Read more…

Friday Favorites: This One is on Fire

2026-02-13
By: Jennifer Sage
On: February 13, 2026
In: Weekly Music Suggestions
With: 0 Comments

High energy, fast cadence, and a rhythm that keeps the effort lit from the first beat to the last—whether you’re pushing a VO2 max interval or settling into a slightly more subdued fast flat.Read more…

Wednesday Timeless Classics: A Throwback Protest Song That Still Resonates Today

2026-02-11
By: Bill Pierce
On: February 11, 2026
In: Weekly Music Suggestions
With: 0 Comments

Based on current events, protest songs have made a comeback. This one brings up issues that haven’t been properly addressed since its release over 20 years ago. But unlike most protest songs, the anger it brings to the streets can be channeled into energy in the cycle room.Read more…

Mainstream Music Monday: Heart Work is Hard Work

2026-02-09
By: Susan Lafond
On: February 9, 2026
In: Weekly Music Suggestions
With: 0 Comments

A Valentine’s-themed climb that’s less about roses and more about resilience. This track is perfect for reminding riders that strength, resilience, and forward momentum are at the heart of recovery.Read more…

Friday Favorites: When They Say You Can’t…But Your Legs Won’t Listen

2026-02-06
By: Kala Markel
On: February 6, 2026
In: Weekly Music Suggestions
With: 0 Comments

A song from back in the day that turns “impossible” into “one more track.” Midride magic with a riff that hooks instantly and a groove that refuses to quit—your class will demand it on repeat (after they survive it).Read more…

Friday Favorites: A Timeless Track for a Timeless Effort

2026-01-30
By: Fern Stancer
On: January 30, 2026
In: Uncategorized, Weekly Music Suggestions
With: 0 Comments

Dreamlike and powerful, this classic song is ideal for a controlled seated climb that keeps riders locked into the rhythm. Some of the strongest work on the bike happens when you love the music and let it guide the effort.Read more…

Mainstream Music Monday: I Just Might Play This Song in Class

2026-01-26
By: Bill Pierce
On: January 26, 2026
In: Weekly Music Suggestions
With: 0 Comments

After a series of collaborations with other pop stars, the king of retro-funk and pop is back on his own with a solo album set to drop at the end of February. Jump on this catchy initial single to be the first instructor in your club to play a song from what’s certain to be one of 2026’s top releases.Read more…

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