2024 was a monumental year for the music industry from the release of multiple record-breaking global hits, the creative fusion of varying genres, jaw-dropping collabs like Eminem and LL Cool J, to the return of global legends like Celine Dion and my all-time favorite, Linkin Park.

However, with multiple highly anticipated albums by global legends such as the late Mac Miller, The Weeknd, and Lana Del Rey to name a few, dropping in 2025, the year promises to be yet another huge one for the music industry filled with exciting moments for fans of all genres. 

While there are even more artists rumored to release bangers this year, this list is going to focus on 7 albums that are confirmed drops! As you get ready to stream these albums on your favorite platforms, make sure you check out optimum internet plans to keep the party going. 

Now let’s get this party started.

Balloonerism by Mac Miller

The long-awaited album by the late artist has been the subject of buzz on the internet for almost a decade, with alleged tracks and leaks popping up on various fan forums. 

Now, with the official track list released, the album will explore themes of grief and sadness, and feature collaborations with renowned artist, SZA and the rappers’ alias Delusional Thomas. It is all set to be released two days before the rapper’s birthday.

• Label: Warner Records
• Drop Date: Jan. 17

Eusexua by FKA Twigs

Eusexua is FKA Twigs’s first studio album in six years, second to Magdalene back in 2019. The album, inspired by the English singer’s time exploring the clubbing scene in Prague, also features a titular track by the same name and goes deep into the concept of Eusexua, a term the artist coined to define a meditative state with heightened clarity

As a twist, the 11-track album features a more techno-type sound compared to the artist’s previous works, which focused on a touch of pop and R&B elements.

• Label: Young/Atlantic
• Drop Date: Jan. 24

Hurry Up Tomorrow by The Weeknd

With initial recording sessions taking place back in 2022, the Weeknd took a hiatus between releasing the final part of a trilogy that explores existential and self-transformative themes that began with After Hours in 2020 and Dawn FM in 2022. 

All set for release with ten confirmed tracks and two rumored tracks, the album will be the artist’s final one using the name that made him a global sensation. 

• Label: XO and Republic Records 
• Drop Date: Jan. 31

Sharon Van Etten & the Attachment Theory by Sharon Van Etten 

The heading might have confused you into thinking I made a typo, but that’s not the case. Sharon Van Etten recently transitioned from a 15-year solo career that gave us 6 marvelous albums to form a new band called The Attachment Theory. She has embraced this new musical chapter by creating her new album entirely with the band and even naming it after the band. 

The 10-track album features the artist experimenting with different musical genres like electro for the first time and explores themes such as freedom, love, and life.

• Label: Jagjaguwar
• Drop Date: Feb. 7

Love & Hyperbole by Alessia Cara

Alessia Cara made headlines with her debut album Know-It-All, peaking at number 8 on the Canadian Albums Chart and number 9 on the Billboard 200. The Canadian singer even went on to win an award for Best New Artist at the 2018 Grammys. While her following albums, Pains of Growing Up and In the Meantime saw moderate success, her new album is all set to make waves.

The album is expected to feature 14 tracks which excluding Dead Man, are unnamed. Based on Dead Man exploring the final efforts to save a dying relationship, the other tracks may have a similar theme. 

• Label: Def Jam
• Drop Date: Feb. 14

So Close To What by Tate McRae

Previously known for sad elements in her music, tracks such as Greedy helped Tate McRae establish herself as an empowered pop girl, one that she continues to embrace. The Canadian artist launched two singles from her album called, It’s OK I’m OK, and 2 Hands. It’s OK I’m OK saw global fame, ranking among the top 20 tracks in various countries while being her highest charting debut on the Billboard Top 100. 

The album will feature 13 more tracks, all of which are still unnamed but are guaranteed to immerse fans into the singer’s journey of finding herself, love, and balance in uncertain times.

• Label: RCA Records
• Drop Date: Feb. 21

The Right Person Will Stay by Lana Del Rey 

I love Lana Del Rey and am as big a fan of hers as anyone, but lately, she’s got everyone confused! The icon announced going into Country music with collaborator Jack Antonoff, teasing an album called Lasso, which never came! Instead, she released a preview of a track titled Henry, Come On, confirmed to be a part of the album and rumored to be the title track.

While no one knows the theme of the album, the icon has stated that her 13-track album’s sound will see just a slight shift from her previous work, while blending classic country, American, and Southern Gothic elements.

• Labels: Interscope Records and Polydor Records
• Drop Date: May 21

2025 – The Year of Musical Masterpieces 

With this list of highly anticipated albums that feature exciting collaborations and shifts in musical styles, 2025 is shaping up to be a game-changer for artists and a delight for fans worldwide. 

The albums on this list are confirmed to launch, however, there are many more albums with dates yet to be released. So, fans like you and I can expect an even larger collection of quality music from diverse artists coming our way. 

But until then, sit back, relax, and enjoy the ones knocking on your door and ready to rock your world!