The 2025 Album Release Hype is Real!
Long before 2025 even began, some of the biggest names in music were already fueling excitement, teasing fans, and dropping cryptic hints about their upcoming projects. Here’s everything you need to know so far:
The Weeknd’s Trilogy Finale:
On January 7, 2024, Abel Tesfaye set the internet ablaze with a cryptic Instagram post. He shared the covers of After Hours and Dawn FM, followed by a mysterious black square featuring a bold white question mark and a parental advisory sticker. The caption A simple “3.” By September, fans finally learned the title of the highly anticipated third album: Hurry Up Tomorrow. The release
The Ultimate 2025 Album Release Calendar & Artist Teases!
Before 2025 even began, artists were setting the stage for an electrifying year in music, teasing fans with cryptic posts, surprise announcements, and hints of what’s to come. From long-awaited finales to fresh creative eras, here’s everything you need to know about upcoming album releases and artist news!
Long Before 2025 Kicked Off…
The Weeknd:
Abel Tesfaye had fans buzzing on January 7, 2024, with a tantalizing Instagram post. He shared covers for After Hours and Dawn FM, followed by a black square adorned with a bold white question mark and a tiny parental advisory sticker. His caption? A cryptic “3.” Fans speculated for months until September, when Tesfaye revealed the title of his trilogy’s final installment: Hurry Up Tomorrow. The wait ends on January 24, 2025!
Lady Gaga:
Mother Monster thrilled Little Monsters with a subtle yet powerful tease at the end of the Gaga Chromatica Ball concert film on HBO Max in May: “LG7 GAGA RETURNS.” While the teaser gave no timeline, Gaga later confirmed in her September Vogue cover story that LG7 is slated for February 2025. No exact date has been announced yet, but the hype is already off the charts.
Joe Jonas:
Joe Jonas had fans marking their calendars for Music for People Who Believe in Love, initially set to drop on October 18, 2024. However, in a September tweet, he announced the album would be delayed as he worked on some “final touches.” A new release date is yet to be revealed.
January 2025 Releases: Kicking Off With a Bang!
- Jan. 3: Lil Baby, WHAM (Who Hard As Me)
- Jan. 5: Bad Bunny, DeBÍ TiRAR MÁS FOTos (Rimas)
- Jan. 8: BSS, TELEPARTY
- Jan. 24: Kane Brown, The High Road
Plus, The Weeknd’s Hurry Up Tomorrow (XO and Republic Records) – the epic conclusion to his trilogy!
February 2025: Love, Power & Creativity!
- Feb. 21: Tate McRae, So Close to What (RCA Records)
- Feb. 28: LISA, Alter Ego (LLOUD Co./RCA Records)
- TBD: Lady Gaga’s LG7 – the return of a legend!
Beyond February: What We Know So Far
- May 21: Lana Del Rey, The Right Person Will Stay
Expected in 2025 (No Dates Yet):
- Burna Boy, No Sign of Weakness (Spaceship, Bad Habit, Atlantic Records)
- Joe Jonas, Music for People Who Believe in Love (Republic Records)
- Megan Thee Stallion, Megan: Act III
- Playboi Carti, I Am Music
- Summer Walker, Finally Over It
- Ye, Bully
Stay Updated with Billboard’s 2025 Album Calendar!
With surprise announcements, delayed releases, and a massive slate of albums spanning every genre—from Hip-Hop and K-pop to country and rock—it’s a challenge to keep up. That’s why we’re here! Keep checking back for the latest updates and prepare for an unforgettable year in music.
Mark your calendars, pre-save your faves, and get ready to stream. 2025 is going to be iconic!
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