Before 2025 even began, many artists were already teasing fans about new music expected in the upcoming year.
The Weeknd, born Abel Tesfaye, began hinting at his plans on Jan. 7, 2024, through social media. In an Instagram carousel, he shared the covers of After Hours and Dawn FM, followed by a black square featuring a large white question mark in the center and a small parental advisory sticker in the bottom left. His caption was a simple “3.” In September, he revealed the title of the final album in his trilogy, Hurry Up Tomorrow, and announced its release date the day before Thanksgiving.
Lady Gaga also surprised fans, known as Little Monsters, with a message at the end of the Gaga Chromatica Ball concert film on HBO Max in late May. The message confirmed her seventh album is in the works: “LG7 GAGA RETURNS.” However, no hints were given about the album’s release date at the time. In a September Vogue cover story, Gaga revealed LG7 is set to arrive in February 2025. As of press time, a specific release date has not been announced.
Not all plans have gone smoothly. Joe Jonas announced in July that his solo album, Music for People Who Believe in Love, would be released Oct. 18. However, in a September post on X, formerly known as Twitter, Jonas said the album’s release would be delayed to allow for “final touches.” A new release date has not yet been announced.
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