Music is an evolving language. The COVID-19 epidemic has restricted many industries. However, vocalists have taken advantage of this time to release new music and delight their fans. This article examines some established and emerging artists from different genres, whose music releases are sweeping the industry.
Billie Eilish has released her much-anticipated album “Happier Than Ever” following the success of her debut LP, “When We Fall Asleep Where Do We Go?” Recently, “Happier than Ever” was released. The album contains sixteen tracks that are a mix of dark-pop beats and electronic sounds. Fans agree that her new album shows her incredible vocal ability and maturity in songwriting. It is a worthy successor of her debut album, which won her five Grammy Awards.
Justin Bieber is a popular pop music artist. He released his sixth studio record, “Justice”, recently. The album is jam-packed with heavyweights such as Chance The Rapper and Khalid. Songs like “Peaches”, “Hold on” and other songs that combine poignant lyrics with infectious pop beats have been a hit with his fans around the world. His surprise EP, “Freedom”, was released on Easter Monday and reflects his Christian faith as well as his reflections on life’s challenges.
Lorde , the New Zealand pop star announced her return with her third album, “Solar Power”. This album, released four years after the critically acclaimed “Melodrama”, embraces an environmentally-friendly theme. The title track discusses her relationship with nature. Jack Antonoff will assist in songwriting and production, so fans can expect a new masterpiece after the success of previous works.
The country music singer-songwriter Chris Stapleton released his new album “Starting Over” after branching out from the Pop scene. The fourteen songs in this collection explore a wide range of emotions, and Stapleton’s vocal range and songwriting are impressive. This collection is full of raw country ballads, displaying Stapleton’s characteristic sound. It should be mandatory listening for all country fans.
Erykah Badu , the Queen of Neo-Soul, has hinted recently at a new R&B project. Fans are still hopeful that she will return to the recording studio, despite no official confirmation. This would be Badu’s first studio album since “New Amerykah Part Two” (Return of the Ankh). James Blake, an electronic musician, has released his fifth studio album “Friends That Break Your Heart”, which is a journey of melancholic atmosphere and rich ballads that explore heartbreak and resilience.
The global music scene has taken notice of British singer-songwriter Holly Humberstone. Recently, she released her long-awaited EP ‘Falling Asleep At The Wheel.’ Music lovers all over the world have been captivated by her unique blend of indie and pop-styles, along with deeply emotional lyrics.
Drake’s “Certified Lover Boy†is the latest success in the Rap and Hip Hop Industry. It follows the success of Drake’s 2020 mixtape “Dark Lane Demo Tapes” and his album, “Scorpion”, released in 2018. It is Drake’s sixth studio album and it was released to great fanfare in September 2021. The album features collaborations from artists like Jay-Z and Future. It also includes Lil Baby, Young Thug and Travis Scott. Kanye west released an album called “Donda” to pay tribute to his mother. The release is available on all platforms. It was known for the multiple listening parties that preceded its release.
This list is by no means exhaustive, as many artists from different genres of music have recently released new material. Olivia Rodrigo released her debut album ‘Sour,’ which is a blend of punk and pop. Foals released a greatest hits album called ‘Collected Works, 2008-2020’. Adele is back with her first album since six years, 30.
These vocalists have shown their creativity and resilience in the face adversity around the world by creating and releasing music. These artists’ new releases are not only entertaining for fans, but also give them hope that the future will be brighter. The contributions of these artists continue to shape the landscape of music by pushing boundaries, setting new standards in innovation and expression for their respective genres.