Introduction:
Get ready for a fantastic year in music! This article is your guide to some of the most anticipated albums coming out in 2024. Whether you’re a fan of pop, R&B, hip-hop, electronic music, or country, there’s something for everyone on this list. From big-name stars like Beyoncé and Taylor Swift to exciting new artists like Tierra Whack, there’s a lot of great music to look forward to. So put on your headphones, crank up the volume, and get ready to discover your new favorite songs.
Spring Releases:
- Sheryl Crow – Evolution (March 29th): After previously saying she was done making albums, Sheryl Crow is back with a new record that sounds like a return to her classic pop sound.
- FKA twigs – TBA: FKA twigs’ new album was leaked online, so she might be going back to the drawing board. It will likely include some dancefloor-ready tracks and some of her signature, more complex sounds.
- Peggy Gou – TBA: This DJ mix is a great introduction to Peggy Gou’s sound, which blends techno, breakbeat, house, and experimental electro.
- NxWorries – TBA: NxWorries is back with a new album that follows up on their critically acclaimed 2016 record. Expect a blend of R&B, hip-hop, and funk jams.
- Tierra Whack – Whack World (Full Length): Tierra Whack is finally releasing a full-length album after her short but sweet debut mixtape “Whack World.”
Summer Releases:
- Camila Cabello – TBA (Summer 2024): Camila Cabello is working on a new album, but details are scarce. Get ready to hear some new music, possibly with references to her ex Shawn Mendes.
- HAIM – TBA (Summer 2024): HAIM is back with a new project this summer! No word on the sound yet, but judging by their past work, it might be a bit theatrical.
- Kacey Musgraves – TBA (Summer 2024): Kacey Musgraves is keeping us guessing about her next album, but we can expect it to be released sometime this summer.
Coming Soon, But No Release Date Yet:
- 070 Shake – Mango Tree Story: This rising star is following up her 2022 album with a new record that blends hip-hop and R&B.
- Dua Lipa – TBA: Dua Lipa is taking a break from dance music for her next album and is working with Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker for a groovy, psych-pop sound.
- Empress Of – TBA: Empress Of is releasing her most ambitious album yet, featuring a mix of English and Spanish tracks and plenty of vocals.
- Justice – TBA: The French electronic duo Justice is finally releasing a new album after a long hiatus.
Possible Releases:
- Ariana Grande – TBA: Ariana Grande might be working on a new album, but there’s no official confirmation yet.
- Beyoncé – Renaissance: Act II: The next chapter of Beyoncé’s “Renaissance” project is coming, but we don’t know what genre it will be.
- Cardi B – Sophomore Album: We’re still waiting on Cardi B’s sophomore album, but she’s been busy dropping hot features in the meantime.
- Chance the Rapper – Star Line Gallery: Chance the Rapper is back with a new album inspired by Marcus Garvey’s Black Star Line.
- J. Balvin and Ed Sheeran – Collaborative Album: This duo recorded a full album’s worth of songs together, so hopefully we’ll get to hear it soon!
- Latto – Album #3: Latto is working on her next album, which is said to be her best recording experience yet.
- Playboi Carti – Narcissist / Music: Playboi Carti’s next album is shrouded in mystery, but fans are eagerly awaiting it.
- Sky Ferreira – Masochism: Sky Ferreira might finally be releasing her long-awaited sophomore album this year.
- Taylor Swift – Reputation (Taylor’s Version): Taylor Swift might be re-recording her album “Reputation” next.
- Willow – Album #6: Willow is taking a more introspective turn on her upcoming album.
