Music has long been an integral part of the FIFA World Cup™, setting the tone for unforgettable moments in football history. For the 2026 edition—the biggest FIFA World Cup™ ever, with 48 teams competing across 104 matches in Canada, Mexico, and the United States—FIFA is taking things to the next level. The global football governing body has launched an innovative project that blends the universal language of music with the rich cultural heritage of its 16 Host Cities: the FIFA World Cup 26™ Sonic IDs.
This first-of-its-kind initiative brings together some of the most talented and influential producers from each Host City including DJ Jazzy Jeff of Fresh Prince Of Bel Air fame, to create bespoke Sonic IDs—audio brands that uniquely represent their communities while embodying the spirit of the tournament. By remixing the Official FIFA World Cup 26™ Theme, these producers have infused their city’s distinct rhythm, energy, and cultural essence into a dynamic soundscape that resonates locally and globally.
Jazzy Jeff posted Instagram, “I’m super excited to celebrate the Sound of Philadelphia as part of the @fifaworldcup Sonic ID. Be on the lookout for the full drop on March 13. Big s/o to @kaiditatham and @valvinvroane for working with me on this one.
The #FIFAWorldCup Sonic ID is a 16-track playlist celebrating the unique sounds of each host city.”
Beginning on Saturday, March 1, and continuing through Sunday, March 16, FIFA will unveil a new Host City Sonic ID and its accompanying visualizer each day. This daily rollout builds excitement for the tournament while giving fans an immersive auditory journey into the heart and soul of each Host City.
A Lineup of Visionary Producers
The FIFA World Cup 26™ Sonic ID project features an all-star roster of producers, each renowned for shaping the musical identity of their respective cities:
- Saturday, 1 March: Bombon (Houston)
- Sunday, 2 March: Dan the Automator (San Francisco Bay Area)
- Monday, 3 March: Mr. NaisGai (Miami)
- Tuesday, 4 March: Take a Daytrip (New York New Jersey)
- Wednesday, 5 March: Sango (Seattle)
- Thursday, 6 March: Dallas Austin (Atlanta)
- Friday, 7 March: Mexican Institute of Sound (Mexico City)
- Saturday, 8 March: Hill Kourkoutis (Toronto)
- Sunday, 9 March: Ben Zakharenko & Dayvin, Berklee College of Music (Boston)
- Monday, 10 March: Grayson Repp (Vancouver)
- Tuesday, 11 March: Tech N9ne (Kansas City)
- Wednesday, 12 March: Toy Selectah (Monterrey)
- Thursday, 13 March: DJ Jazzy Jeff (Philadelphia)
- Friday, 14 March: DJ Flict (Los Angeles)
- Saturday, 15 March: Bautista (Guadalajara)
- Sunday, 16 March: Tre Nagella (Dallas)
Where to Experience the FIFA World Cup 26™ Sonic IDs
Fans will be able to stream and download their city’s Sonic ID on major music platforms, including Spotify and Apple Music. Each Sonic ID will also be accompanied by a unique visualizer, available for viewing on FIFA’s official YouTube channel.
To stay updated on the FIFA World Cup 26™ Sonic ID releases and experience the fusion of music and football like never before, visit FIFA.com.
