2026 Music Releases: Confirmed Albums and Anticipated Projects

The year 2026 is scheduled to feature numerous music releases, including confirmed albums and anticipated projects from various artists across different genres.\n\n### Confirmed January Releases\n\n* A$AP Rocky – Don’t Be Dumb (January 16): This marks A$AP Rocky’s fourth album, following an eight-year hiatus. During this period, Rocky participated in two films, was acquitted of felony firearm assault charges, co-chaired the Met Gala, and served as Creative Director for Ray-Ban and PUMA. He also established a relationship and family with Rihanna. Reported collaborators for the album include Metro Boomin’, Tyler, the Creator, Mike Dean, Pharrell Williams, Morrissey, Danny Elfman, and Tim Burton, who assisted with artwork design. Rocky attributed delays to 'leaks and sample clearances' and stated an aim to 'make the best album ever.'\n* Lucinda Williams – World’s Gone Wrong (January 20): Lucinda Williams is set to release this album via her Highway 20 Records label. The project will feature Mavis Staples, Brittney Spencer, and Norah Jones, drawing inspiration from contemporary events.\n* Joyce Manor – I Used to Go to This Bar (January 30): This seventh studio album by Joyce Manor, a California pop-punk band, was produced by Brett Gurewitz of Bad Religion. The album reportedly incorporates influences from bands such as Weezer, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Jane’s Addiction. Singles 'Well, Whatever It Was' and 'All My Friends Are So Depressed' have been released.\n\n### Confirmed February Releases\n\n* Charli XCX – Wuthering Heights (February 13): This is a concept album serving as the soundtrack for an upcoming film starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi. Charli XCX indicated she was inspired by the screenplay and aimed for the music to reflect a 'raw, wild, sexual, gothic, British, tortured' aesthetic.\n* Hilary Duff – Luck … or Something (February 20): Hilary Duff’s fourth album is her first LP in ten years. Duff stated the album title addresses how she maintained her career while growing up in the industry, with the '…or something' encompassing her experiences. The lead single is titled 'Mature.'\n* Megan Moroney – Cloud 9 (February 20): Megan Moroney’s third album, following Lucky and Am I Okay?, is described by Moroney as being written from 'the strongest, most confident version of myself.' The album is expected to showcase an evolution while retaining her established style.\n* Gorillaz – The Mountain (February 27): This ninth album from Gorillaz, led by Damon Albarn and visual collaborator Jamie Hewlett, is described as a suite of songs inspired by grief, following the recent deaths of both Albarn's and Hewlett's fathers. The project also draws from time spent in India. Guest contributors include Asha Bhosle, Omar Souleyman, Idles, Bizarrap, Mark E. Smith, De La Soul, and Yasiin Bey.\n\n### Confirmed March Releases\n\n* BTS – Title TBD (March 20): Following a period of solo work and mandatory military service, South Korean group BTS is scheduled to release a new album. Big Hit Music, the group's agency, confirmed the March 20 comeback. The band has been in the studio since summer, with new music expected to 'reflect each member’s thoughts and ideas.'\n* Tigers Jaw – Lost on You (March 27): Emo rock band Tigers Jaw will release their seventh album, their first since 2021’s I Won’t Care How You Remember Me. The album was produced by Will Yip, known for work with bands like Mannequin Pussy and The Wonder Years. The lead single, 'Head Is Like a Sinking Stone,' has been released.\n\n### Anticipated and Unconfirmed Releases (Early 2026/TBD)\n\n* Olivia Rodrigo – Title TBD (Likely 2026): After her 2023 album Guts, Olivia Rodrigo completed a world tour, performed on the festival circuit, and released a live album. Rodrigo has indicated the Guts era is concluded and has suggested a third album is in progress, noting 2026 as a potentially 'busy year.' The album title is speculated to be four letters, consistent with Sour and Guts.\n* Evanescence – Title TBD (Early 2026): Evanescence has indicated a new LP will arrive 'early next year,' with Amy Lee confirming ongoing lyrical and vocal recording. Lee noted experiencing a similar level of inspiration to when the band created Fallen, aiming for a 'special' creation.\n* Tokischa – Debut Album (Expected 2026): Tokischa is anticipated to release her debut album, following collaborations with artists such as Rosalia and Madonna. The artist's approach is guided by instinct, making the album's content unpredictable.\n* Kim Petras – Album TBD: Kim Petras has released singles 'I Like Ur Look' and 'Freak It,' signaling a new music era. This project would follow Slut Pop and 2023’s Feed the Beast and Problematique.\n* My Chemical Romance – Potential New Music: While no new music has been confirmed, My Chemical Romance is scheduled to tour globally in 2026 with their 'Long Live the Black Parade Tour,' including dates at Wembley Stadium and the Hollywood Bowl. The band has not released new music in over ten years.\n* Peso Pluma – Album TBD: Following his 2024 album Éxodo and a recent joint project with Tito Double P, Peso Pluma has indicated he is in the studio working on new music. A release date has not been confirmed.\n* Madonna – Confessions 2 (Expected 2026): A follow-up to Madonna’s 2005 album Confessions on a Dance Floor is anticipated. Madonna has shared images from studio sessions with Stuart Price, who produced the original album. The artist also announced a return to her original record label, describing it as a 'full-circle moment.'