Hey everyone, if you're anything like me, you're always on the hunt for that next track that hits hard, feels unapologetic, and makes you want to crank the volume in a crowded room. Well, FLOSS just delivered exactly that with her brand-new single "Wasteland." Dropping right at the start of 2026, this one's a fearless kickoff to what promises to be a massive year for the Berlin-based artist.
Picture this: bass-heavy club energy crashing into riot grrrl attitude, all wrapped in hot pink maximalism. That's the world FLOSS has been building, and "Wasteland" feels like the perfect explosion of it. As a dance pop, hyperpop, and alt pop hybrid, the track leans into those pulsating electronic beats that scream Berlin basement raves—think dirty, provocative synths and that electroclash spirit that refuses to play nice. It's the kind of production that grabs you by the collar and doesn't let go, blending futuristic pink pop with fierce, hypnotic arrangements. Influenced by icons like Uffie, Robyn, and Peaches, FLOSS crafts these dazzling contrasts: soft elements meeting hard electronic punches, creating something that's equal parts party starter and protest fuel.
FLOSS isn't new to turning heads. Hailing from Northern Germany, she ditched small-town life early on to chase bigger dreams—designing fashion in Los Angeles and Paris alongside heavyweights like Jeremy Scott and JC de Castelbajac. That creative edge shines through in her "surreal pop maximalism with feminist spikes," as Berliner Zeitung perfectly put it. Now based in Berlin, she's become a force in the scene, blending riot grrrl energy with club beats to carve out her own sub-genre: angry feminist techno pop.
She's already racked up serious cred—praised by VOGUE as one of the most exciting newcomers in the GSA region, captivating crowds at Reeperbahn Festival, Lollapalooza, and even supporting Sophie Ellis-Bextor on tour. Her previous EP 'ANGRY B!TCH RAVE' set the tone, and tracks like “Bikini,” “Old White Man,” and “I Will Eat Your God” have blown up on editorial playlists and socials, pulling in millions of views for her bold feminist content. "Bikini" even climbed to #2 on Spotify's OBSESSED pop girl playlist, right behind Kesha. Now, fresh off that momentum, "Wasteland" is paving the way for her debut album. In a year where subculture revivals and wild genre-blending are everywhere—from hyperpop's ongoing evolution to dance pop's infectious grip on playlists—"Wasteland" fits right in as a weaponized pop protest that's both playful and ferocious.
What makes FLOSS stand out is how she turns pop into something defiant. In a world still pushing for likability and polish, she flips the script, using bass-heavy bangers and feminist fantasy to build a candy-colored future that's anything but tame. Her live shows are irresistibly playful yet packed with edge, and this single feels like it's designed to dominate clubs, festivals, and late-night playlists alike. If you're into that mix of high-energy electronic vibes with a sharp, unfiltered message, this is your new obsession.
2026 is shaping up to be huge for sounds like this—hyperpop and alt pop are pushing boundaries, with glitchy, maximalist energy still thriving in underground-to-mainstream crossovers. FLOSS is leading that charge from Berlin's sweaty basements straight to global stages.
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What do you think of FLOSS's sound? Does "Wasteland" hit that sweet spot of rage and rave for you? Drop your thoughts in the comments—I'd love to hear!
