- November 12, 2026
- 02:56 PM
Bingkai Karya – Following their headline run across Asia, London-based indie-pop band PREP returns with their new single, “Who Can I Turn To”, released on November 4, 2026. Blending the band’s signature city pop sensibilities with the organic warmth of acoustic and slide guitar, the track introduces a fresh dimension to their smooth, soul-infused sound.
Written in collaboration with Grammy-winning songwriter and producer Daniel Tashian, known for his work with Kacey Musgraves, the single brings together PREP’s polished late-night pop aesthetic and Tashian’s understated Americana influences. The collaboration began with a demo sketched out in London before evolving during a songwriting trip to Nashville, where an unexpected ice storm became part of the story behind the track.
“We knew we wanted to go to Nashville and write with Daniel Tashian. What we didn’t know was that we’d end up getting there in the middle of the worst ice storm the city had seen in decades. But Daniel had a fire going, welcomed us in, and once we got playing, everything felt great. This song really encapsulates the whole trip,” PREP shares.
Musically, “Who Can I Turn To” balances wistful melodies with an easy, groove-led rhythm. The addition of acoustic and slide guitar brings a different texture to the band’s established sound, creating a natural meeting point between indie-pop, soul, and Americana. According to the band, the combination provided the extra musical dimension they had been looking for during the production process.
“We knew it needed something extra and as soon as we started mixing the PREP sound world with Daniel’s acoustic and slide guitar, it gave us exactly the lift we’d been looking for,” the band explains.
The release also marks another milestone in PREP’s growing international journey. Arriving fresh off their 2026 Asia Tour, the band performed in Taipei, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, and Bangkok throughout October. Their regional appearances also included a race-day performance at the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix, while selected tour dates featured Thai band YONLAPA and a surprise guest appearance from collaborator James Alyn in Bangkok.
With more than 650 million streams across digital streaming platforms and a growing audience throughout Southeast Asia, PREP continues to build its presence across the region, including Indonesia, which ranks among its leading global audiences.
Looking ahead, the band is preparing for its third album, carrying forward the intimate and collaborative approach rediscovered during the making of its latest EP. “Who Can I Turn To” reflects this evolving creative direction while retaining the distinctive melodies and polished grooves that have defined PREP’s musical identity.
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