- 2.29 PM
- March 19, 2026
Bingkai Karya – Following a remarkable year in 2025, where he debuted on the Billboard Hot 100, amassed hundreds of millions of streams for his self-titled album, and completed a sold-out international headline tour, Malcolm Todd kicks off 2026 with his new single, “Breathe.” Co-produced by Todd himself, the track arrives alongside an official music video directed by longtime collaborator Aidan Cullen and featuring choreography by Lexee Smith, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the Los Angeles based artist and performer.
At just 22 years old, Todd has quickly emerged as one of the most exciting young artists in the alternative pop scene, praised by Rolling Stone as a “knockout” and “a distinctive new male pop star.” Released in 2025, his self-titled album Malcolm Todd has surpassed 600 million global streams since its release, fueled by the hit single “Chest Pain (I Love),” which earned Todd his first debut on the Billboard Hot 100 and has accumulated more than 350 million streams worldwide. The song’s reach expanded even further in 2026 when Don Toliver prominently sampled it in his popular track “E85,” which climbed to No. 15 on the Billboard Hot 100 and is currently topping the Hot Rap Songs chart.
The album’s momentum quickly translated to the stage. In 2025, Todd completed his sold-out Wholesome Rockstar tour, selling over 85,000 tickets across the United States before continuing internationally with shows in London, Berlin, Paris, and Australia. Standout performances at festivals including Camp Flog Gnaw, Pitchfork Paris, Lollapalooza, and Austin City Limits further cemented Todd as one of the most compelling young vocalists in music today, with a natural charisma that transforms his popular songs into unforgettable live moments. Malcolm also stepped onto late-night television with his debut performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! Looking ahead to 2026, Todd has already been announced as part of the lineup for major festivals including Outside Lands and Osheaga.
Meanwhile, fan-favorite tracks such as “Sweet Boy,” “Earrings,” and “Roommates” continue to resonate widely, with all three remaining in Spotify’s Top 200 despite being released two years ago, further proof that these songs have become defining anthems for Todd’s rapidly growing fanbase.
With “Breathe,” Todd offers the first glimpse of what’s to come.
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