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2023 has turned out to be an impressive year in the music industry as artists from all genres continue to come out with new albums. Miley Cyrus's "Endless Summer Vacation," Chlöe's "In Pieces," Sam Smith's "Gloria", and Ice Spice's debut album, "Like . . ?" are just a few of the releases we've been playing on repeat since they dropped earlier this year

Additionally, artists like Jack Harlow, Kesha, the Jonas Brothers, and Keke Palmer have all come through with enough new music to keep our AirPods buzzing for months. Between tracking release dates, collaborations, track lists, and tour dates, keeping up with all the new albums of 2023 is basically a full-time job

In February, we saw the return of Paramore with their sixth studio album, "This Is Why," and celebrated the release of Lana Del Rey's "Did You Know That There's a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd. " From Rosalía and Rauw Alejandro's romantic "RR" album to Karol G's hopeful "Mañana Será Bonito," the Spanish music charts have also been heating up with hit after hit, which has us itching to get in the virtual queue for concert tickets

With so many new albums to listen to, it's hard to believe we're only halfway through the year with new music still to come. (Yes, Taylor Swift's "Speak Now (Taylor's Version)" is on its way. ) Ahead, see the biggest new album releases on the horizon for 2023, including original music from Olivia Rodrigo, Tems, Bebe Rexha, The Weeknd, Maluma, and more

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1 Cardi B — New Album Release. 2023

It's been five years since Cardi B released her debut album, "Invasion of Privacy," but new music is definitely in the works. On Oct. 28, 2021, a Cardi B fan account shared a soundless video that featured several music executives giving the "WAP" emcee's new music a listen. On Dec. 13, 2021, the rapper posted an Instagram video updating her fans on the status of the new album. "I'm in a lot of positions that require a lot of my time, and on top of that, I gotta put out this album next year," the mom of two said, adding that she was also in the process of filming a movie, likely "F9. " "Not only do I got to put out an album, but I gotta record a movie. I've got to do so much sh*t, y'all. " In January 2022, Cardi B also shared a glimpse of her new at-home recording studio. On Dec. 10, 2022, she sparked suspicion among fans when she started following a since-deleted Instagram account called @albumcb2. The account had no posts and no profile but amassed over 6,000 followers when it was live. Though some fans have become skeptical that a new album is still on the way, Cardi B gave fans a glimmer of hope in May 2023. "This album is coming," she assured viewers during an Instagram livestream. According to Billboard, the rapper's follow-up album is slated for 2023

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2 Taylor Swift — "Speak Now (Taylor's Version)" Release. July 7

Following her exit from Big Machine Records and the acquisition of her six-album music catalog, Swift has had fans on the edge of their seats, guessing which of her previous releases she'll rerecord next. Since 2021, the "Midnights" artist has rerecorded "Fearless (Taylor's Version)" and "Red (Taylor's Version). " While some fans speculated that "Taylor Swift" (2006), "1989" (2014), or "Reputation" (2017) would be next on her list, a majority of fans were right in guessing that "Speak Now" (2010) was next on her radar. In particular, fans noted that Swift left a series of clues referencing the 2010 album in the video for "Bejeweled," including snippets from "Enchanted" and "Long Live," which are both off of "Speak Now. " Laura Dern, who stars in the video, also said "speak not. " Finally, the "Bejeweled" music video was released on Oct. 25, 2022, exactly 12 years to the date of the original "Speak Now" release. Swift announced the new album during her Eras Tour stop in Nashville, TN on May 5, 2023. "It fills me with such pride and joy to announce that my version of Speak Now will be out July 7 (just in time for July 9th, iykyk)," she tweeted. "I first made Speak Now, completely self-written, between the ages of 18 and 20. The songs that came from this time in my life were marked by their brutal honesty, unfiltered diaristic confessions and wild wistfulness. I love this album because it tells a tale of growing up, flailing, flying and crashing . . . and living to speak about it. " Swift added that the rerecorded album will also feature six never-before-heard songs from "the vault. " "Speak Now (Taylor's Version)" is scheduled for release on July 7, 2023

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3 Selena Gomez — New Album Release. 2023

Following the release of her introspective Apple TV+ documentary, "My Mind and Me," and the accompanying single, Gomez is preparing to release her fourth studio album. "I just finished season four of my cooking show, and I am in LA working on my album now," she confirmed in a May 23, 2022 interview on the "Crew Call" podcast. News of Gomez's upcoming album comes just one year after the singer hinted at "retiring" from music. "I think there are a lot of people who enjoy my music, and for that I'm so thankful, for that I keep going, but I think the next time I do an album it'll be different," Gomez said in her Vogue 2021 cover story. "I want to give it one last try before I maybe retire music. " Gomez's new album will be her first solo release since her 2021 Spanish EP, "Revelación. " In August 2020, she also released her collab, "Ice Cream," with K-pop giant Blackpink. She also released "999," a 2021 collab with Camilo; "Let Somebody Go," a 2022 collab with Coldplay; and a "Calm Down" remix with Rema. While Gomez hasn't announced an official album title or release date, she has hinted at a possible tour to accompany her new album. "I am open to a tour, a thousand percent, but I obviously have obligations and things I wanna do, so when the time's right," she added. "It's not the top of my priority list. " The most recent album tease came on June 13 when Gomez posted photos of herself in the recording studio on Instagram. "don't worry guys, it's coming. Even from Paris," she captioned the photos. In the comments section, even celebrity friends were curious to know more. "TELL US MORE. " Serena Williams wrote, echoing the thoughts of fans worldwide

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4 Normani — New Album Release. 2023

At the 2021 Soul Train Awards on Nov. 28, 2022 Normani hinted that her debut album as a solo artist was on the way and that she might even support the release with a tour. "I wanna tell you that summer is gonna be lit," she said. "I'm ready to perform, I miss performing. " On March 21, 2022 Normani premiered her heartbreak song "Fair," the lead single off her upcoming album. "When you go through heartbreak and adversity that often creates the best record," she told "Today. " "And for me, this was really just an opportunity to showcase my vulnerability. I think that I've never really been comfortable with being vulnerable in front of people. So for me, this was really a breakthrough and really just shattering the idea of perfection. " Since her Fifth Harmony Days, Normani has also released songs like "Love Lies" with Khalid, "Dancing With a Stranger" with Sam Smith, "Diamonds" with Megan Thee Stallion, "Wild Side" feat. Cardi B, and her 2019 hit "Motivation. ""As a songwriter, I've grown tremendously. With me trusting myself, you'll hear that confidence for sure. "Normani said the new album will be a mashup of genres that serves as an "introduction to who I really am. " "I think that's one thing that in the beginning of the process was limiting to me creatively because I'm like, 'OK, is this pop enough? Is this urban enough?'" she continued in the Today interview. "Like, I was really, really putting myself through it and not enjoying and just making good ass music, which for me is the most important. She added that she was inspired by some of her favorite '90s musicians, such as Brandy, Monica, Toni Braxton, and Destiny's Child. In an April 2022 interview with BET, the singer said the album is a representation of her growth as an artist. "You can expect a range — me being my most vocal and [more] authentic than ever before from start to finish," she said. "There's a range from what you can hear from the records I've already put out along with the next record I'll be putting out — there's so much dimension to me as a person so I really wanted my artistry to reflect that. Sonically, I was able to experiment. I love being in the studio as my playground and production value to me is super important. As a songwriter, I've grown tremendously. With me trusting myself, you'll hear that confidence for sure. " While the album was expected to drop in 2022, the new projected release date is sometime in 2023. Five years on from the initial album announcement, fans are hanging in there, but Normani did say the album would be dropping in summer. With July right around the corner, this might finally be her year

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5 Tems — New Album Release. 2023

Tems's debut studio album is on its way. The Grammy-nominated singer, whose cover of Bob Marley's "No Woman, No Cry" was featured on the "Black Panther. Wakanda Forever" soundtrack, promised new music after a fan called her out on Twitter for pushing back the album release date. "@temsbaby promised us an album this year but as we no come hear anything like dis nko?" the fan wrote on Nov. 19, 2022 to which Tems replied, "Next Year. " In 2021, the "Free Mind" singer was featured on "Fountain" from Drake's album "Certified Lover Boy. " She later rejoined Drake for a feature on Future's "Wait For You," which earned her an American Music Award for favorite hip-hop song. The song also earned Tems Grammy nominations for best rap song. Additionally, she received a nomination for album of the year for her feature alongside Grace Jones on Beyoncé's "Move" from "Renaissance. " Her "Wait For You" performance also earned her a Grammy for best melodic rap performance alongside Future and Drake

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6 Maluma — New Album Release. 2023

Maluma's next album is slated for release in 2023, according to Billboard, and his new music could be a major sonic shift. The unnamed album will feature pop-rock sounds inspired by the "Junio" singer's early-2000s influences. "We really wanted to bring that sound of Los Enanitos Verdes and Soda Stereo into the present day," he told the publication in September. "To me, it's a genre that cannot die. " Since the release of his third studio album, "Papi Juancho" (2020), Maluma has also dropped the EP "#7DJ (7 Días en Jamaica)" (2021) and starred opposite Lopez in "Marry Me" (2022). On May 22, Maluma confirmed upcoming new music and a world tour, which is slated to kick off in Spain on June 16. The US leg of the tour will begin in Sacramento, CA on Aug. 31 and conclude in Miami, FL on Nov. 4. "I am so excited to return to arenas around the US this fall," he said in a statement, according to Variety. "I took a year off from touring to focus on perfecting what I feel is the best album of my career 'Don Juan. ' I can't wait to perform the new songs from the album for my fans for the very first time alongside my greatest hits in what I consider to be my most ambitious concert production yet. I've waited to give my fans a music and concert experience unlike any other and I expect the 'Don Juan US Tour' to be an exhilarating experience that they'll never forget. " On June 4, 2023, he also teased a collaboration with Nicky Jam. In creating the upcoming album, Maluma worked with Grammy-winning songwriter-producer Edgar Barrera, who he met at the start of his career. Maluma has not yet shared a release date for the distinctive album, but our ears will be ready when the time comes

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7 Khalid — "Everything Is Changing" Album Release. 2023

Originally scheduled to drop in fall 2021, Khalid's third studio album, "Everything Is Changing," is taking longer than expected — but good things take time. On July 21, 2021, he dropped "New Normal," his first single from the album, which was inspired by "the pandemic and the emotional toll that quarantine took on me and my friends," according to Billboard. In March 2023, he also released a single titled "Softest Touch," followed by "Be the One" with Bree Runway in April. "'Everything Is Changing' as an album really takes that a step further with all of the songs centering around trying to find a purpose and a sense of self in a world where everything is digitally connected but emotionally disconnected," he said. "As we all come out of quarantine and venture more into the world and try to reconnect with people we haven't seen in over a year, I hope the messages explored within the album open up conversations and allow people to access their feelings in a new way. " The projected album release date was later moved to 2022 and is now projected for sometime in 2023. In the meantime, Khalid has been touring as a supporting act on Ed Sheeran's "+–=÷×" tour and he is slated to release a new song as part of Greta Gerwig's "Barbie" movie soundtrack

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8 The Weeknd — New Album Release. 2023

After ditching his stage name in favor of his birth name, The Weeknd, aka Abel Tesfaye, has sparked rumors that new music is on the horizon. Following his industry-rocking album, "Dawn FM," in 2022 and the release of his dramatic new series, "The Idol," fans speculate that The Weeknd's upcoming album may be his last — at least, under his stage name. In April 2022, The Weeknd released a music video starring HoYeon for his song, "Out of Time. " In February, the singer also teamed up with Ariana Grande for a remix of "Die For You. " Though the singer hasn't shared specific details about an album title or release date, fans are keeping a close eye on his social media accounts for any hints about the upcoming project. In the meantime, The Weeknd is set to make his feature-film debut alongside Jenna Ortega as a lead actor, producer, writer, and director in an upcoming film

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9 Lil Nas X — New Album Release. Summer 2023

Lil Nas X is hinting at a new era of music. In February, the rapper replied to a fan message on Twitter asking when his new album is coming. "most likely summer," he said, not specifying a date or year. In a separate tweet he added, "it's mostly planning now. i could easily just release music but i have to build moments around this sh*t. i have to go bigger than before. " When asked how many tracks will be on the new album, he added, "I love so many songs plus I'm still in the studio making music so it's [going to] be hard to pick. " He added that the tracks that do make it onto the album will most likely be upbeat and feature some impressive collaborations with fellow artists. His debut album, "Montero," featured collaborations with artists like Megan Thee Stallion, Doja Cat, Elton John, Miley Cyrus, and more. In August 2022, Lil Nas X and Jack Harlow also took home the MTV VMAs award for best collaboration for their song, "Industry Baby. " Most recently, he also released the single "Late to da Party" with YoungBoy Never Broke Again in 2022 and dropped "Star Walkin'," the official League of Legends Worlds anthem. While Lil Nas X hasn't shared specific details about the upcoming album, it seems like new music is definitely on the way

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10 Rita Ora — "You & I" Album Release. July 14

Rita Ora's new album, "You & I," is making its debut on July 14. Five years after the release of her sophomore album, "Phoenix," Ora is returning with new music and the music videos to match. After releasing her official music video for "Praising You," the album's lead single, Ora followed up with a part two to the video and a Fatboy Slim remix. "This album really means a lot to me," she told BMG ahead of the album's release. "It's like my diary of the last few years; it's my sound and it just feels so true to me and who I am today. " For Ora, the album is about celebrating relationships with loved ones. "I think this record means something different for everyone, but from my perspective, it's about praising your loved ones and really celebrating those relationships," she said, adding that she sampled Camille Yarbrough's 1975 song, "Take Yo' Praise," to create "Praising You. " "I'm incredibly honoured that we get to breathe new life into the song and re-introduce it to a whole new generation. " "You & I" is scheduled to drop on July 14

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11 Janelle Monáe — "The Age of Pleasure" Album Release. June 9

Janelle Monáe rocked the internet when they previewed their fourth studio album, "The Age of Pleasure," at their Met Gala afterparty in early May. The album, set to drop on June 9, is Monáe's first release in five years, following her 2018 album, "Dirty Computer. " On May 11, Monáe released the reggae-inspired single "Lipstick Lover," a celebration of queer love and joy with a retro music video to match. "As we enter into The Age Of Pleasure, 'Lipstick Lover' is our freeassmothaf*cka anthem inspired by f. a. m. for f. a. m," Monáe said in a statement, according to NME. "This is our oasis made with love, rooted in self-acceptance, throbbing in self-discovery, and signed with cherry red kisses from me to you. " Laced with elements of the reggae, Afrobeats, and disco genres, the album is set to be an upbeat anthem of self-love and freedom. Plus, "The Age of Pleasure" features several standout collaborations, including "Ooh La La" feat. Grace Jones, "Phenomenal" feat. Doechii, "The French 75" feat. Sister Nancy, and "The Rush" feat. Amaarae and Nia Long. In addition to dropping a new album, Monáe will kick off the accompanying tour on Aug. 30 in Seattle, WA. The final tour date will be Inglewood, CA on Oct. 18

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12 Jennifer Lopez — "This Is Me . . . Now" Album Release. Summer 2023

For the first time in nearly a decade, J Lo is releasing new music. On Nov. 25, 2022 the "Marry Me" singer announced the title of her ninth studio album. "This Is Me . . . Now. " The album sequel to her 2002 studio album, "This Is me . . . Then," which featured hits like "Jenny From the Block" feat. Styles P and Jadakiss and "All I Have" feat. LL Cool J. "This Is Me . . . Now" is a celebration of love and will touch on Lopez's rekindled relationship with Ben Affleck in the form of "confessional songs, reflections on the trials of her past, and upbeat celebrations of love," according to a press release. "People think they know things about what happened to me along the way, the men I was with —— but they really have no idea, and a lot of times they get it so wrong," Lopez said of the upcoming release in an interview with Vogue. "There's a part of me that was hiding a side of myself from everyone. And I feel like I'm at a place in my life, finally, where I have something to say about it. ""True love does exist and some things do last forever and that's real. "Lopez added that the album is "emotionally raw" and "the most honest work she has ever done. " "We captured me at this moment in time when I was reunited with the love of my life and we decided we were going to be together forever," she said in an Apple Music interview with Zane Lowe on Nov. 28, 2022. "The whole message of the [original] album [This Is Me . . . Then] is this love exists. This is a real love. Now I think what the message of the album is very much if you were wondering if you have, like me at times, lost hope, almost given up, don't. Because true love does exist and some things do last forever and that's real. I want to put that message out into the world and that does take a lot of vulnerability. " In addition to her romantic relationships, the album will explore her "tough childhood, unsuccessful relationships and the incredible emotional journey" she's endured. The autobiographical stories included in Lopez's upcoming album will also be reflected in other "personal projects" the singer has in the works for 2023. "This Is Me . . . Now" is expected to drop sometime in the summer of 2023 and will feature tracks like "To Be Yours," "Can't Get Enough," "Rebound," "Greatest Love Story Never Told," and "Dear Ben Pt. II. "

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13 Saweetie — "Pretty B*tch Music" Debut Album Release. 2023

"Pretty B*tch Music" is Saweetie's upcoming debut studio album about the importance of showing women "being about their business," exuding confidence, being sexy, and having fun, according to an interview with Gal-Dem. The album will feature tracks like "Tap In," "Back to the Streets" feat. Jhené Aiko, "Best Friend" feat. Doja Cat, "Fast (Motion)," and "Closer" feat. H. E. R. In November 2022, she released her fourth EP, "The Single Life," which featured the track "Don't Say Nothin'. " The same year, she released a single titled "Baby Boo" with Muni Long, the single "In My Face" with Mozzy and 2 Chainz feat. YG, and "All She Wanna Do" with John Legend. After teasing that her debut album would arrive in 2021 and 2022, Saweetie pushed the projected publication date back to 2023. We can only hope that "Pretty B*tch Music" will be unveiled soon

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14 Dove Cameron — "Celestial Body" Album Release. 2023

Famous for her role in the Descendants films on Disney Channel, Cameron has taken her singing career to the next level. Since 2019, she has released almost an entire album's worth of singles, including "Bloodshot," "LazyBaby," and "Boyfriend. " Cameron's debut solo album, "Celestial Body," will also feature singles including "Breakfast," "Bad Idea," "Girl Like Me," and "We Go Down Together" feat. Khalid. On October 25, 2021, Cameron shared footage from the recording studio, adding fuel to the album fire. "i started writing my debut EP this week and i have cried every day . alone and in front of people," she captioned the since-deleted Instagram post. The album is expected to drop sometime in 2023, likely "late fall," Cameron told in February. In the same interview, Cameron explained that the new album — inspired heavily by French pop and funk — will focus on "my trauma, my mental health, my depression, my anxiety, my eating disorder. " She said, "I'm going to be openly speaking about things that in the past I've been afraid to speak about. People think that trauma is something that you talk about in therapy, and then you go to sleep and you maybe have a nightmare, but the rest of it is fairly normal, and that's just not true. Trauma permeates absolutely everything. It's in every small decision. I didn't give myself permission to talk about that because I was like, Who am I to talk about this? I live such an incredible life now and I'm living my dreams. But if I don't talk about it, there's 70 percent of me that people just don't have access to. " Cameron hasn't provided any substantial updates on the upcoming EP since, but we'll be the first in line to preorder when she does

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15 Olivia Rodrigo — New Album Release. 2023

Olivia Rodrigo became the voice of a generation when she released her debut album, "Sour. " From her debut track "Drivers License" to singles like "Brutal" and "Deja Vu," Rodrigo's freshman album is a passionate catalogue of teenage angst and heartbreak. Since dropping the album in May 2021, fans have been championing a follow-up, even offering up the name "Sweet" to complement her initial release. In November 2022, Rodrigo confirmed with Billboard that her second album is officially in the works. "Hey, it's Olivia. I just wanted to say thank you so much for listening to my music this year," she said in the fan-captured clip as part of Spotify Wrapped. "I really, truly couldn't be more grateful and I'm so excited for next year, and all of the new things and new music that 2023 will bring. So I'm sending so much love your way and thank you again. Bye. " In January 2023, Rodrigo also posted a video of herself and Dan Nigro, the producer behind "Sour," playing piano together on her Instagram Story. "Working on so many new songs I'm excited to show u. thank u for everything," she captioned the clip. Later, on June 13, Rodrigo teased her upcoming single, "Vampire. " "My new song vampire is out june 30th. you can presave now," she captioned a black-and-white photo of herself with purple bandages in the shape of an X across her neck on Instagram. "so excited for this ahhhhh. " Many details are still up in the air, but it sounds like fans will be getting the "Sweet" surprise we've been hoping for soon

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16 Niall Horan — "The Show" Album Release. June 9

Horan is making big promises for 2023. After stepping back from One Direction and going solo in September 2016, Horan released his debut album, "Flicker," in 2017. The "Nice to Meet Ya" singer followed the release with his sophomore album, "Heartbreak Weather," in 2020. Now, he's returning with a third studio album that already has fans on the edge of their seats. "What makes this record incredibly special to me is it's a reflection of where I am in my life today as a person, a musician, and of course, as a songwriter. ""Hello lovers, it's Niall here. It's been a while, which I know you're very aware of," he said in a Twitter video posted on Oct. 27, 2022. "But I just wanted to give you an update as to what's going on. I'm back. I've got new music coming in the new year that I'm really, really proud of, and I appreciate you being so patient with me while I've done it. . . . I have a whole new album, too. " In response to a fan request to share new music, Horan posted a TikTok video on Dec. 19, 2022. In the video, he strums the guitar for 10 seconds while singing "da da da. " "That's all you're getting," he said. In addition to teasing his new album, Horan also said he was excited to get back out on the road and take part in festivals in 2023, including TRNSMT fest in Glasgow, where he will be joined by The 1975, Pulp, Kasabian, George Ezra, and more. His new single, "Heaven," dropped on Feb. 16. The same day, Horan shared a letter to fans on Twitter. "Firstly, thank you so much for being patient with me," he said in the video montage. "I've since spent the past 18 months or so working on the next record. Joel Little, John Ryan, and I got working on some ideas that I'd written at home during lockdown, and of course, some newer stuff. We spent a lot of time in LA making it and I also took an amazing trip to Joshua Tree in California to get away and really concentrate on everything. It was absolutely magic out there. " Horan continued, "What makes this record incredibly special to me is it's a reflection of where I am in my life today as a person, a musician, and of course, as a songwriter. I can't say I'm not a little nervous. But, hopefully, you'll still like this version of me when you listen to the new record. There's something really scary about being away for so long and coming back with new music, but I couldn't be more thankful for all you amazing people that have stood by me and supported me all of these years. These songs are for you as much as they are for me. " Horan's junior album, "The Show," is scheduled for release on June 9 and is currently available for pre-order

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17 The Kid Laroi — "The First Time" Album Release. 2023

The Kid Laroi's debut album, "The First Time," has been in the works for months, and fans are eager to get their hands on the full track list. So far, the artist has confirmed two singles from the album, including "I Can't Go Back to the Way It Was (Intro)" and "Love Again. " Details about his freshman album are sparse, but fans are hopeful that Laroi's new project will feature some fun collaborations — he has worked with Miley Cyrus and Justin Bieber in the past, after all. Laroi's most recent releases include collaborations with Post Malone on "Wasting Angels" and a collaboration with Nardo Wick on his song, "Burning Up," in 2022. He also made an appearance on YoungBoy Never Broke Again and Post Malone's "What You Say," released on April 21. With multiple singles and a growing fanbase, Laroi has all the ingredients to make for a standout debut album. Now, we just need a release date

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18 Frank Ocean — New Album Release. TBA

Seven long years after the release of his second studio album, "Blonde," Frank Ocean returned in 2023 to headline at Coachella. While fans speculated the performance might indicate new music on the horizon, Coachella has come and gone without so much as a new single from Ocean. "It's been so long but I have missed you. "Still, the singer did give fans one grain of hope during a monologue in between songs. "It's been so long. Everybody talks about how long its been," he said of his third studio album in a clip shared on Twitter. "It's been so long but I have missed you. I want to talk about why I'm here because it's not because of the new album. Not that there's not a new album or something. " Amid the crowd's enthusiastic cheers, he added, "But there's not right now. No, chill chill chill. It's not right now. " Given the "Pink + White" singer's unpredictability when it comes to album releases, we can't be sure he plans to release new music in 2023, but he sparked a frenzy among fans in September 2022 when he wiped his Instagram account of all posts. While he hasn't shared any posts since, fans are hopeful that the cleanse is a sign of new music on the horizon. In fact, the anticipation even inspired one Twitter user to create the fanpage @DidOceanDrop, which provides daily updates on whether or not Ocean has dropped a new album. The tweets to date have been a resounding mix of "no," "nahhh," and "no not at all" since 2018, but fans are poised to leap on any news regarding a new album as soon as it arrives. In July 2022, Ocean also teased fans with an instrumental release on the first episode of "Blonded Radio" on Apple Music, during which he discussed psychedelics and working late nights in the studio. On Jan. 17, Ocean had fans buzzing again when he released new merch. Ocean's team accompanied each merch order with a letter, according to Billboard. "The Recording Artist has since changed his mind about the singles model, and is again more interested in durational bodies of work," the letters read. Since "Blonde," he's sporadically released a handful of singles and made feature appearances. In 2017, he appeared on JAY-Z's "Caught Their Eyes. " He also collaborated with Calvin Harris on "Slide," A$AP Mob on "Raf," and Tyler, the Creator on "911 / Mr. Lonely. " There was also his cover of "Moon River" released on Valentine's Day in 2018, and more recently, he shared the tracks "Dear April" and "Cayendo" in 2020

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19 Kelly Clarkson — "Chemistry" Album Release. June 23

Kelly Clarkson plans to release her tenth studio album, "Chemistry," on June 23, and the inspiration behind her newest project is no secret. On Sept. 7, 2022, Clarkson told Variety that her new album — her first major studio release in over five years — is officially in the works. "It's coming out next year. And this is an important album," said Clarkson, who filed for divorce from her husband of seven years, Brandon Blackstock, on June 4, 2022. "I'm working on this in therapy. I have a hard time vocalizing what I'm feeling sometimes, so music is helpful for me. It's just been really healing. I recorded the record quite some time ago. ""I'm through it now, but there is somebody else who is in it, and that's a hard place to be, especially if you feel alone. "At first, Clarkson was unsure if she'd release the album at all, wanting to keep her emotions about the divorce to herself. "You can be very angry in that state of mind," she said. "So some of the songs, they definitely cover the gamut of emotions; there's everything on the album. It's almost like the arc of a relationship, because the beginning is so beautiful and so sweet, and then it evolves. And sometimes it doesn't evolve how you want. " Inspired by her fans, Clarkson decided to take those emotions and share them with the world in the hopes that expressing her true feelings might help someone else do the same. "I'm through it now, but there is somebody else who is in it, and that's a hard place to be, especially if you feel alone," the mother of two said. "It's a hard thing to describe, it's a hard thing to go through publicly, it's hard with kids. This record, I think I wrote this for a reason — not just for me, but maybe someone else can benefit from it. " In an Instagram Live session posted on "The Kelly Clarkson Show" YouTube channel, the singer added, "It took a minute for me to be able to release this album because I just had to be over it, through it, all around it. " Clarkson added that she's glad she gave herself a beat to cope with her emotions leading up to the album's release. She also pointed out that one of the last songs she wrote could be one of the album's singles, according to ABC. "[The album is] really cool," she said. "And it's a great arc of, like, a whole relationship. So it's not all sad or mad, but that's in there. And it's coming out. I swear it's coming out. "

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20 Ed Sheeran — "Subtract" Album Release. May 5

Sheeran's last album, "Equals (=)" — one of the artist's many math-themed releases — dropped on Oct. 9, 2021. Nearly two years later, on May 5, Sheeran followed up the 14-track project with his sixth studio album "Subtract. " On Nov. 2, 2022, Sheeran posted a since-deleted Instagram video to celebrate his song "Shivers" hitting one billion streams on Spotify, sneaking in a not-so-subtle hint about the new project. "I'm gonna celebrate by shooting a music video for my brand new album, which will be out next year," he said, according to Billboard. The mostly acoustic album features track like "Eyes Closed," "Boat," "Life Goes On," and "Curtains. " Sheeran also accompanied the album with mini tours across Europe and North America

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21 The Killers — New Album Release. TBD

Long after the global success of their 2004 song "Mr. Brightside," The Killers have continued to deliver their own brand of indie-rock heat with albums like "Sam's Town" (2006), "Battleborn" (2012), and, most recently, "Pressure Machine" (2021). Currently on a worldwide tour, the band has sparked rumors among fans that an eighth studio album is on the way. Speaking with NME in July 2022, lead singer Brandon Flowers said the "full record will probably be early next year. " Since the interview, The Killers have released "Boy," a track originally intended to appear on "Pressure Machine. " "It was the song that took me back home and was sort of the impetus for writing 'Pressure Machine,'" he said. "What's interesting is that it just didn't make it onto the record — but its absence is not a reflection of the quality of the song. It was an aesthetic decision to keep it off the record. " The band haven't revealed a specific title or release date for their new album

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22 Raye — "My 21st Century Blues" Debut Album Release. Feb. 3

Rising R&B artist Raye made her freshman debut in 2023. "I cannot actually believe I am writing this. I was 7 years old when I wrote my first song," Raye captioned a photo of her debut album cover on Instagram, which features her standing on a monochrome pile of instruments and tour equipment. "I was 10 years old when I made the commitment that I would be a professional musician. I was 15 years old when I released my first song. I was 17 years old when I signed my record deal. I am about [to] turn 25 years old, and I get to tell you . . . (As an independent artist) My debut album My 21st Century Blues is available for pre-order now. " On Oct. 12, 2022 she released two new singles. "Escapism" feat. 070 Shake and "The Thrill Is Gone. " The album will also feature tracks including "Hard Out Here," "Black Mascara," "Environmental Anxiety," and "Dysmorphia. " On Jan. 6, Raye landed her first No. 1 single in the UK with her pop-rap single "Escapism," feat. 070 Shake. "This is proof [you should] back yourself, no matter what," she said through tears in a video shared on her Instagram Stories the same day. "Thank you, this is mad. These are happy tears. Raye is supporting the album release with a US and Australia tour, including festivals. "I am thrilled to announce the most special tour of my career so far, My 21st Century Blues tour," she announced on Instagram Nov. 10, 2022. She shared that the tour would kick off in London on Sept. 26 and conclude in Bristol, UK on Dec. 7

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23 Bebe Rexha — "Bebe" Album Release. April 28

Bebe Rexha sparked rumors of a third studio album back in 2022 when she tweeted, "Should I release an ep or an lp?" At the 2022 Live in the Vineyard festival, she debuted three new songs, including "Heart Wants What It Wants, "I Am," and "Born Again. " On March 15, she shared the cover art for her new album, "Bebe," on Instagram. The art featured a blurred photo of Rexha in a '70s-inspired hairstyle. She also revealed that the new project would drop in April. As promised, Rexha followed through and released "Bebe" on April 28. The album features multiple collaborations, including "Satellite" with Snoop Dogg, "I'm Good (Blue)" with David Guetta, and "Seasons" with Dolly Parton. "My grandmother used to play Dolly all the time," she told Rolling Stone in April. "Nothing really excites my grandmother to be honest, and when I told her about Dolly, she was like 'Oh, my gosh. '" Rexha added that she was nervous while they were filming the accompanying music video but Parton comforted her. "I was shaking, but she made me feel so comfortable and said that she was going to adopt me," Rexha recalled. "I'm waiting for those papers. " During the interview, Rexha also teased that she's been testing out some EDM tracks for a fourth album. In the meantime, she's busy headlining her first tour in six years. The "Best F'n Night of My Life" tour kicked off in Phoenix, AZ on May 31 and will conclude in Los Angeles on June 30

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24 Phoebe Bridgers / Boygenius — "The Record" Album Release. March 31

In March 2021, Phoebe Bridgers announced her Reunion Tour. She followed the announcement with her single, "Sidelines," for the Hulu adaptation of Sally Rooney's "Conversations With Friends. " Together, the musical development had fans wondering if the "I Know the End" singer would be dropping a follow-up to her 2020 album, "Punisher. " In January 2021, LA singer-songwriter Jensen McRae shared a parody of what she hoped the opening track on Bridgers's next album will be. "In 2023Phoebe Bridgersis gonna drop her third album & the opening track will be about hooking up in the car while waiting in line to get vaccinated at dodger stadium and it's gonna make me cry," McRae captioned the Twitter video, which became a hit among fans and even earned an "oh my god" from Bridgers herself. On Jan. 18, Bridgers confirmed that her new release, "The Record," would be a collaborative album with Boygenius, her band with Lucy Dacus and Julien Baker. "The record is out march 31 and three songs are out now," Bridgers captioned a photo of their arms side by side on Instagram. The band's self-produced debut album dropped in March and featured the singles "$20," written and sung by Baker; "Emily I'm Sorry" by Bridgers; and "True Blue" by Dacus

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25 Chlöe — "In Pieces" Debut Album Release. March 31

Chlöe has been teasing her debut solo project for years, but our patience paid off in a major way. After successful years singing as half of the duo Chloe x Halle alongside her sister, Halle, Chlöe showcased her individuality with the release of her freshman album, "In Pieces,". "It's definitely Make 'Em Sweat-level spicy. " she told POPSUGAR of "In Pieces" in June 2022, referencing a hot sauce she released with DoorDash. She added the album is "wayyy too hot to handle. " Since the start of her solo music career, Chlöe has released a series of singles that have left us wanting more, including "Treat Me," "Surprise," and "For the Night," which features Latto. In 2022, she also released "You & Me" with Gunna on the rapper's album "DS4Ever. " In an interview with Complex, Chlöe teased that her debut solo release would feature several exciting collaborations. "Every single song on that project stems from my own experiences," she said. "'Have Mercy' stemmed from my being sad. I was responding to haters. That is where that song came from. The single 'Treat Me' came from reminding myself that if there is something I want out of a man, I have to give it to myself first. " She added that "Surprise" is a reminder that it's OK "to feel a little sexy sometimes. " "Every song I have is personal," she said. "It has been so much fun collaborating with such incredible song makers. I am happy people are getting more and more of me. " On Jan. 24, Chlöe announced the "In Pieces" release date. She accompanied the social media post with footage of herself in a red latex dress and red braids. She holds a metal heart in one hand while balancing a metal sphere in the other, a possible nod to the image of Lady Justice. The full album dropped on March 31 and features songs like "Told Ya" feat. Missy Elliott, "Cheatback" feat. Future, and "Someone's Calling (Chlöe). " On April 11, she kicked off the album's accompanying tour in Chicago. The tour ended in Los Angeles on May 3. A month later, Chlöe was the guest of honor at POPSUGAR Play/Ground, where she performed two songs and answered a series of insightful questions

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26 Miley Cyrus — "Endless Summer Vacation" Album Release. March 10

Cyrus surprised fans when she announced her eighth studio album, "Endless Summer Vacation," on Jan. 5. She first teased the album, which dropped on March 10, in a trailer that featured the singer lounging poolside under palm trees. "We met each other on the neon dingy, past the manta rays and palm trees," she said in the voiceover. "Glowing creatures beamed down from great heights, electric eels and red venom. In the sky, we could see the riders on horseback, on comets coming toward us, kicking up with laughter. My friend Big Twitchie rode the boat into the light, surfed the north break. We danced until there was nothing left — just me and Twitchie, 'cause that's all we knew. " On the same day, Cyrus shared the cover art for the album, which featured her dangling from a beam in a cutout black swimsuit and stilettos against a sky-blue backdrop. On Jan. 13, she dropped the album's first single, "Flowers. " The full album also features hits like "Rose Colored Lenses," "Jaded," "Muddy Feet" feat. Sia, and "Thousand Miles" feat. Brandi Carlisle. Following the album's release, fans pleaded for Cyrus to share accompanying tour dates. In response, the singer revealed that she has no desire to go on tour again. "There's no connection. There's no safety," she said. "It's so isolating because if you're in front of 100,000 people then you are alone. "

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27 Sam Smith — "Gloria" Album Release. Jan. 27

"Gloria" is Sam Smith's fourth studio album, preceded by "Love Goes. Live at Abbey Road Studios" in 2021. They announced the new album on their social media accounts on Oct. 17, 2022. A few weeks later, on Nov. 10, 2022 they dropped the full tracklist and list of collaborators for the album on Instagram, revealing guest vocals from Ed Sheeran, Jessie Reyez, Koffee, and Kim Petras. The album was preceded by Smith's singles "Love Me More" and "Unholy" feat. Petras. "Dearest sailors I am overjoyed to announce that my fourth album is called 'GLORIA,'" Smith wrote on Instagram on Oct. 17, 2022. "I'm feeling overwhelmed and emotional as I start to let go of Gloria and hand this work over to you. It has been magical in every way to make this piece of music and by giving this record to you I am giving you part of my heart and soul. Gloria got me through some dark times and was a beacon for me in my life. I hope it can be that for you. Thank you for waiting so long. Only a few months now. Sam x. " According to Rolling Stone, Smith recorded the album in Los Angeles, London, and Jamaica. "It feels like emotional, sexual, and spiritual liberation," they said. "It was beautiful, with this album, to sing freely again. Oddly, it feels like my first-ever record. And it feels like a coming of age. " On Jan. 5, the singer also announced that they would be kicking off their 27-city "Gloria" US tour in Miami on July 25. Smith's new album was released on Jan. 27 and features songs like "Love Me More," "Gimme" feat. Koffee and Jessie Reyez), and "I'm Not Here to Make Friends. " They will follow the album with their new song, "Vulgar," a collaboration with Madonna, on June 9

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28 Pink — "Trustfall" Album Release. Feb. 17

Pink added a ninth studio album to her collection in 2023. On Nov. 18, 2022 she announced in an interview with "Good Morning America" that "Trustfall" would make its debut on Feb. 17. "It's very, very true to what I believe and where I am and what I'm feeling and what I think a lot of people are feeling," she said of the album, adding that writing and recording the new project was some of the most fun she's ever had. "My album is a piece of me. "The singer said that she wrote the album during the pandemic, when a series of crises sparked a change in her approach to life. "It takes your kids getting sick to be like, 'OK, none of this matters. I wanna see my kids grow up. That's what I want," she said, speaking about the time she and her son were sick with COVID. "I want to only put truth into the world. I want to only be authentic. And I want to be kinder and a better person. " After losing her father in 2021, Pink said she was also reminded that she only has so much time left, which is what inspired her to start working on the new album. "My album is a piece of me, and I think that I am an example of how you can live authentically and fearlessly, in ways," she said. On Jan. 27, she released the music video for the album's title track. The video featured the singer dancing in a suburb of Illinois and free-falling over a body of water. She plans to return to the stage with her Summer Carnival 2023 tour beginning in Toronto, ON on July 24 and ending in Phoenix, AZ on Oct. 9. Brandi Carlile, Pat Benatar, Neil Giraldo, Grouplove, and KidCutUp will accompany her onstage on select dates. "Trustfall" dropped on Feb. 17 and features songs like "Never Gonna Not Dance Again," "Long Way to Go" feat. The Lumineers, and "Just Say I'm Sorry" feat. Chris Stapleton. The release is a follow-up to her 2019 album, "Hurts 2B Human," which featured collabs with acts like Stapleton and Khalid

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29 Karol G — "Mañana Será Bonito" Album Release. Feb. 24

"Mañana Será Bonito" is Karol G's fourth studio album and a follow-up to her 2021 album, "KG0516. " The reggaeton album, released on Feb. 24, features guest appearances by Romeo Santos, Quevedo, Shakira, Justin Quiles, Sean Paul, and more. Ahead of its release, shKarol Ge promoted the album by performing on "Saturday Night Live. " A day before the album drop, Karol G released the music video for her single, "TQG" ("Te Quedó Grande"), featuring Shakira. Additional singles include "Provenza", "Gatúbela" with Maldy, "Cairo" with Ovy on the drums, and "X Si Volvemos" with Romeo Santos. Regarding the album's title, which translates to "Tomorrow Will Be Beautiful," Karol G told Rolling Stone that it stemmed from a phrase she kept repeating to herself. "The name of album is a a phrase I kept repeating to myself when nothing felt great," she said. "I mean, I was going through the best moment of my career, but personally I was really disconnected from myself and from my friends. I wasn't unhappy, but I wasn't happy either. So every day I'd say to myself, 'It's OK, mañana será bonito — tomorrow will be beautiful. '" The "Mañana Será Bonito" tour kicks off in Las Vegas on Aug. 11 and will end in Boston on Sept. 28

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30 Jonas Brothers — "The Album" Album Release. May 12

Four years after the "Happiness Begins" era in 2019, the Jonas Brothers dropped their sixth studio album — simply called "The Album" — on May 12. The funk-themed pop album — inspired by bands like the Bee Gees and the Doobie Brothers — is a musical shift for the band, supported by songs like "Wings," "Waffle House," and "Summer Baby. " Nick Jonas first teased the album on an interview on "The Today Show" on February 25, 2020, during which he hinted at their single, "What a Man Gotta Do. " In January, Nick appeared on "The Kelly Clarkson Show," where he revealed that the album was complete. "The Album" is the band's first release since all three members became fathers. "I think this one does a good job of embodying kind of where we are as fathers, where we are as husbands and just brothers," Nick said in an interview with Today. "We set out to just say, if you're gonna listen to any one of our albums we think this is the album you should listen to," he added. "This is the one that is the most quintessential Jonas Brothers. " Kevin Jonas added that the album is a celebration of their ability to find the balance between having fun and harmonizing as a band. "I do think we put a lot of pressure on ourselves when we were younger to get it all right," he said. "I think now we just kind of do what we need to do to have fun and continue making music that we love, and I think that's why it's working. " "The Album" tour will kick off in Bronx, NY on Aug. 12 and conclude in Orlando, FL on Oct. 16

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31 Ice Spice — "Like . . ?" Debut Album Release. Jan. 20

On Jan. 20, Ice Space made her album debut with "Like . . ?," a six-track EP defined by experimental beats and clever wordplay. On April 19, the rapper released a bonus version of the EP, which included a remix of her song, "Princess Diana," featuring Nicki Minaj. The album comes after Spice released a handful of singles in 2021 and 2022, including "Be a Lady," "Bikini Bottom," and Munch (Feelin' U). " Most recently, Spice released a remix of Taylor Swift's "Karma," which the two artists performed side-by-side on swift's Eras Tour. Spice is also expected to release a new track as part of Greta Gerwig's upcoming "Barbie" movie soundtrack

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32 Lana Del Rey — "Did You Know That There's a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd" Album Release. March 10

Lana Del Rey rang in 2023 with the release of her ninth studio album. On Dec. 7, 2022, the singer announced that she would follow her 2021 release, "Blue Banisters," with "Did You Know That There's a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd. " As promised, the new album dropped on March 10. Del Rey's new album features contributions from Bleachers singer Jack Antonoff, Drew Erickson, and Mini Mansions's Zach Dawes. The project also includes collaborations with Jon Batiste, Father John Misty, and Canadian rapper Tommy Genesis. On Dec. 7, 2022, Del Rey released the audio for the album's title track. "When's it gonna be my turn?" she sings in the song. "Open me up, tell me you like it / F*ck me to death, love me until I love myself / There's a tunnel under Ocean Boulevard. " Ahead of the album release, Del Rey also dropped her song "Watercolor Eyes," written exclusively for the "Euphoria" soundtrack, and covered Father John Misty's "Buddy's Rendezvous. " On Jan. 16, Del Rey surprised fans by releasing the album cover on Instagram. a photo of herself posing topless with one breast exposed. The final album featured songs like "The Grants," "A&W," "Margaret" feat. Bleachers, and "Let the Light In" feat. Father John Misty

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33 Keke Palmer — "Big Boss" Album Release. May 12

Keke Palmer reaffirmed her status as a multi-hyphenate on May 12 when she released her second studio album, "Big Boss," and an accompanying documentary. In addition to being an actor, TV personality, and network founder, Palmer reminded us that she is also a talented singer with tracks like "Right Now," "Love Language," "Standards," and "Love Like This. " The album chronicles difficult challenges Palmer faced in her late teens and early twenties. "I think a lot of it was like forgiving self [sic]. It's not like I did something for me to be ashamed of, but it's like self-betrayal. You don't realize how it affects you until after the fact," she told HuffPost. "I think I had a lot of moments where I betrayed myself unknowingly, and the effects of this stuck with me. Coming to terms with a lot of that and being able to have compassion for myself is also what helped me to grow and move on. " The accompanying visuals feature clips from Palmer's childhood, as well as her career in the entertainment industry. "I grew up in a very spiritual home, went to church every Sunday. I was always in practice as a child, yet still curious of what the word actually meant. They always said the word is meant to be lived. I never knew why until I started living," Palmer says in the film's voice-over. "Overcoming this inner narrative that tells me no matter how far I come, I'm still not good enough. Being different is one thing, feeling lonely is another. We all have our hurdles, but this one, I'm done with. I don't need to be accepted by the cool kids or the elite. I just need to be accepted by me. " Palmer announced the album just weeks after giving birth to her first child, a baby boy named Leodis Andrellton Jackson, who she shares with her boyfriend Darius Jackson — on Feb. 25

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34 Rosalía and Rauw Alejandro — "RR" Album Release. March 24

Rosalía and Rauw Alejandro turned their album collaboration into a lifelong commitment with the music video for their song, "Beso," on March 23. In addition to releasing a three-track EP, the couple revealed that they were engaged when Rosalía showed off her engagement ring at the end of the music video. "For us it's always love first and everything else later, but we skipped that this time so we could finish RR and share it with the world," Rosalía said in a press release, according to Pitchfork. "After more than three years these three songs are here and each one of them belongs to a different stage of love. " In the same press release, Alejandro added that each song is a celebration of their love and the journey they've been through together. "We always knew we wanted to do music together," he said. "However, with our relationship being the focus, we had to find the right time. A long time has passed by now and finding a way to fit all my feelings for her in three songs has been nearly impossible. This means I will be spending my days writing and writing many more songs about and with her. " The EP, released on March 24, also featured the tracks "Vampiros" and "Promesa. "

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35 Kesha — "Gag Order" Album Release. May 19

The album touches on Kesha's personal struggles during her time in the entertainment industry, including the alleged emotional and physical abuse she endured at the hands of her former producer, Dr. Luke. "Gag Order" is her final release under Dr. Luke's label, Kemosabe Records, per a contract she signed when she was 18. The cover art features the singer with a plastic bag over her head, and the album's title is meant to reference her inability to speak or comment on the ongoing legal battle she faces with Dr. Luke. Their case is set for trial in July. Kesha announced the album, entirely produced by Rick Rubin, on April 25, and cited her spiritual experiences, anxiety, and the COVID-19 pandemic as her primary influences. "I feel like I'm giving birth to the most intimate thing I've ever created," she told Rolling Stone in April. "Gag Order" features tracks like "Eat the Acid," "Fine Line," and "Only Love Can Save Us Now. "

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36 Aly & AJ — "With Love From" Album Release. March 15

Since rocking our worlds with hits like "Potential Breakup Song" in 2007 (and again in 2020), pop-rock duo Aly & AJ have also released a fifth studio album. On May 7, 2021, the Michalka sisters dropped "A Touch of the Beat Gets You Up on Your Feet Gets You Out and Then Into the Sun," their first studio release since "Insomniatic" in 2007. On March 15, the duo released their second album in the last decade. "With Love From. " The project features 11 songs, including the title track, "With Love From," as well as "After Hours," "Blue Dress," and "Tear the Night Up. " Ahead of the album release, the Michalka sisters also released rerecorded versions of their Disney hits "Like Whoa" and "Chemicals React. " In a November interview with Rolling Stone, the sisters explained that the album is a love letter to their own personal brand of pop. "We wanted to make a record that kind of dug deeper into Americana folk music, and we're not claiming that this record is among the American greats, but we did our best in telling our story and staying true to who we are as songwriters and musicians," Aly said. AJ added, "Pop is still in our DNA — that's songwriting at its essential core. Every song, in a way, is pop. With a lot of ways songs are formatted, they're usually in a pop format. . . . But I think for Aly and I, [it's about] bringing in a little more of a rock edge, a little more guitar, a little more analog-leaning production as opposed to electronic-leaning synths. " The "With Love From" tour kicked off at the Fox Theater in Oakland, CA, on March 30, 2023, and will conclude at the Greek Theater in Los Angeles on Sept. 8, 2023

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37 Christina Aguilera — "Aguilera" Album Release. May 31

Aguilera's ninth studio album is composed of three chapters released as individual EPs. The first chapter from her Spanish-language release, "La Fuerza," debuted on Jan. 21, 2022. The six-track EP features songs like "Pa' Mis Muchachas," "Somos Nada," and "La Reina. " Becky G, Nicki Nicole, and Nathy Peluso are also featured on the EP's lead single, "Ya Llegué. " Aguilera released the second EP, "La Tormenta," on May 30, 2022. The EP's tracklist includes "Suéltame" feat. Tini; "Brujería"; and "Cuando Me Dé la Gana" feat. Christian Nodal. The third and final EP, "La Luz," has yet to be released, but Aguilera did tease the EP intro on her YouTube channel on Sept. 29, 2022. On Sept. 30, 2022, Aguilera released "La Luz," the third and final chapter of her album as a dual single featuring both a spoken word intro and the track "No Es Que Te Extrañe. " "My point and my purpose is to tell a story that others can relate to and feel empowered by and find forgiveness for themselves and those that have hurt us," Aguilera said in an interview with Billboard in September. "I think that's a really important thing we all have to go through. This was my effort in putting the puzzle together. "

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38 Lewis Capaldi — "Broken by Desire to Be Heavenly Sent" Album Release. May 19

Three years after the release of his debut album, "Divinely Uninspired to a Hellish Extent," Lewis Capaldi shared what he'd been working on in the interim. After pushing back his tour to focus more on writing a follow-up album, Capaldi wrote a letter to fans on Twitter in March, explaining what to expect from him in 2022. "I'd be lying if I said I haven't been terrified about making my next album since the moment I finished 'Divinely Uninspired to a Hellish Extent,'" he wrote. "I've been writing loads of tunes I'm really excited about and I can't wait for you to hear them. I really want to make sure whatever I put out next is the absolute best it can be, partly for my own sanity, ['cause] I'm going to have to sing these songs every night for the next few years on tour, but ultimately for all of you who made the first album everything it was. " On Feb. 25, 2022, the singer released his EP "Cry Yourself to Sleep," which featured songs like "Someone You Loved," "Hold Me While You Wait," "Bruises," and "Lost on You. " In March, Capaldi also released "How I'm Feeling Now," a Netflix documentary chronicling the singer's journey from ambitious teen to Grammy-nominated pop star. A few months later, on May 19, he dropped his second studio album, "Broken by Desire to Be Heavenly Sent," featuring tracks like "Forget Me," "Pointless," and "Wish You the Best. " "Almost 4 years to the day since my first album came out I'm so happy that 'broken by desire to be heavenly sent' is finally yours. " he captioned clips of the new album on Instagram on May 18. "I hope you love it as much as I do. "

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39 Paramore — "This Is Why" Album Release. Feb. 10

On Sept. 28, 2022, Paramore sent waves through the rock and emo communities when they released "This Is Why," the lead single from their studio album of the same name. In an interview with Pitchfork the same month, lead singer Hayley Williams said the song "summarizes the plethora of ridiculous emotions, the rollercoaster of being alive in 2022, having survived even just the last three or four years. " The album, released on Feb. 10, is the band's first studio project since "After Laughter" in 2017 and features tracks like "Running Out of Time," "Big Man, Little Dignity," "Liar," and "C'est Comme Ça. " The band paired the album with an ongoing "This Is Why" tour, which kicked off in Bakersfield, CA in October 2022 and will conclude in Saint Paul, MN on Aug. 2

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40 Måneskin — "Rush. " Album Release. Jan. 20

After placing second in "X Factor Italia" in 2017, Måneskin — which means "moonlight" in Danish — became an international sensation, taking home first place at the 2021 Eurovision Song Contest with their song "Zitti e Buoni," which translates to "Quiet and Good. " The Italian glam rockers, who have been performing together since 2016, released their third studio album, "Rush. ," on Jan. 20, 2023. The band appeared as the musical guest on "Saturday Night Live" on Jan. 22, 2022 and took the stage on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" on May 20, 2022. Their cover of Elvis Presley's "If I Can Have a Dream" was also featured on the "Elvis" soundtrack, and they were nominated in the best new artist category for the 2023 Grammys. In an interview with NME in October 2022, the band revealed that the new album was influenced by Radiohead and that it was a step out of their "comfort zone. " "I think that the inspiration we got from Radiohead was to be very focussed [sic] on creating a very specific world for each song," lead vocalist Damiano David said. "It's something they do very, very well so we tried to create these amazing atmospheres. They really create an image of what you're listening to, and that gave us inspiration. "

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41 Babymetal — "The Other One" Album Release. March 24

Japanese kawaii metal group Babymetal, who have been performing since 2010, returned with their fourth studio album on March 24, 2023. The album marks the group's first release since "Metal Galaxy" in 2019. "The Other One" features 10 new songs, which serve as a reintroduction to the group via a virtual world called the Metalverse. Tracks include "Metal Kingdom," "Mirror Mirror," "Divine Attack (Shingeki)," and "Light and Darkness. " "The concept album reveals the other side of the BABYMETAL story that until now remains untold," the band's website read prior to the album release. "A total of 10 songs have been discovered within THE OTHER ONE restoration project, with each song representing a unique theme based on 10 separate parallel worlds that they have discovered. And now, full length audio of each of the 10 songs will finally be revealed when the concept album is available March 2023. "

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42 Rebecca Black — "Let Her Burn" Debut Album Release. Feb. 9

Black rose to viral YouTube fame in 2011 with her one-off hit, "Friday," when she was 13 years old. The singer has since spent her time developing her career as a YouTube creator and singer. In 2017, she released her debut EP, "RE/BL," followed by "Rebecca Black Was Here" in 2021, which included a "Friday" remix feat. 3OH. 3, Big Freedia, and Dorian Electra. The singer later released her single "Crumbs," a sultry dance beat that couldn't be more different from her 2011 hit. "As I enter this new moment, I wanted to explore the vulnerability I've felt in finding balance with submission, dominance, and sexuality," Black said of the song's equally sexy music video in an interview with Paper. "I've had to dive into my own body to feel the deeply powerful but also dangerous feelings of relinquishing control. " On Dec. 7, 2022, Black also released the music video for "Let Her Burn," the second single off of her debut album. Less than a month later, the singer shared the official album cover on Instagram. The artwork features an image of Black lounging in a sheer night dress against a bed surrounded by orange flames, smoke, and debris. "Let Her Burn" mad its debut on Feb. 9 and featured songs like "Erase Me," "Misery Loves Company," and "Sick to My Stomach. " Since the album release, Black has been touring Europe and the US. She is also slated to be one of the opening acts for Blackpink — alongside Sabrina Carpenter, The Rose, Caity Baser, and more — at the BST Hyde Park festival in London this summer

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