Cry Pretty is the upcoming sixth studio album by American country music singer and songwriter Carrie Underwood. The album is scheduled to be released on September 14, 2018, as Underwood's first album with her new record label, Capitol Records Nashville after signing a global deal with Universal Music Group at the start of 2017. The album will also mark the first co-producing effort by Underwood, who partnered with David Garcia for the record.
Egypt Station is the 18th solo studio album by Paul McCartney, released by Capitol Records on 7 September 2018.
Egypt Station was produced by Greg Kurstin, with the exception of one track produced by Ryan Tedder. The album is McCartney's first studio release since 2005's Chaos and Creation in the Backyard, and it is the first release since his 2013 album New.
The album's first single, consisting of the two songs "I Don't Know" and "Come On to Me", was released on 20 June 2018.
The name "Egypt Station" is shared by one of McCartney's paintings from 1988, from which the cover art is derived.
Egypt Station was produced by Greg Kurstin, with the exception of one track produced by Ryan Tedder. The album is McCartney's first studio release since 2005's Chaos and Creation in the Backyard, and it is the first release since his 2013 album New.
The album's first single, consisting of the two songs "I Don't Know" and "Come On to Me", was released on 20 June 2018.
The name "Egypt Station" is shared by one of McCartney's paintings from 1988, from which the cover art is derived.
Kamikaze is the tenth studio album by American rapper Eminem. Previously unannounced, the album was released on August 31, 2018 by Aftermath Entertainment, Interscope Records, and Shady Records. The album features guest appearances from Joyner Lucas, Royce da 5'9", Jessie Reyez, and uncredited vocals by Justin Vernon. Eminem, credited as Slim Shady, and Dr. Dre served as executive producers, while production for individual tracks comes from a variety of musicians. The album has generated some controversy for use of homophobic slurs and diss tracks. It has topped the charts in Australia, Finland, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Scotland, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Look Up Child is the second studio album by American contemporary Christian music singer-songwriter Lauren Daigle. It was released on September 7, 2018, through Centricity Music.
Swimming is the fifth studio album by American rapper Mac Miller. It was released on August 3, 2018, by REMember Music and Warner Bros. Records. Production on the album was handled by Miller himself under the pseudonym Larry Fisherman, as well as Dev Hynes, J. Cole, Dâm-Funk, DJ Dahi, Tae Beast, Flying Lotus and Cardo among others. The album has no credited features, but it contains vocal contributions from Dâm-Funk, Hynes, Snoop Dogg, Syd, Thundercat and J.I.D.
The album was supported by three singles; "Small Worlds", "Self Care" and "What's the Use?". It received positive reviews from critics upon release. Swimming debuted at number 3 on the Billboard 200.
The album was supported by three singles; "Small Worlds", "Self Care" and "What's the Use?". It received positive reviews from critics upon release. Swimming debuted at number 3 on the Billboard 200.
The Greatest Showman: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack is the soundtrack album to the film of the same name. It was released in full on December 8, 2017 by Atlantic Records. The first pre-order release was on October 26, 2017 with two promotional singles: "The Greatest Show" and "This Is Me" and a third on November 17, 2017 "Rewrite the Stars". "This Is Me" was released on December 8, 2017 as the album's official lead single. In Australia, "Rewrite the Stars" was released to radio on July 20, 2018.
Produced by Greg Wells, Justin Paul, Benj Pasek, the album became a global success following the release of the film, topping the charts in several countries including the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom and Japan. The album also reached number one on iTunes in over 77 countries. In the United Kingdom, the album is a commercial success and is the best-selling album of 2018. It became only the second album in 30 years to spend 11 consecutive weeks at number 1 and in its 20th week atop the UK Albums Chart, it became the longest running soundtrack at number 1 in 50 years, and has sold over 4 million copies worldwide.
Produced by Greg Wells, Justin Paul, Benj Pasek, the album became a global success following the release of the film, topping the charts in several countries including the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom and Japan. The album also reached number one on iTunes in over 77 countries. In the United Kingdom, the album is a commercial success and is the best-selling album of 2018. It became only the second album in 30 years to spend 11 consecutive weeks at number 1 and in its 20th week atop the UK Albums Chart, it became the longest running soundtrack at number 1 in 50 years, and has sold over 4 million copies worldwide.
Stutter was the debut studio album from English band James, released in July 1986. The album was produced by Lenny Kaye, although the band had originally hoped to work with Brian Eno. After a bidding war between a number of labels, the album was released on Blanco y Negro, part of Sire. Artwork was provided by John Carroll.
Scorpion is the fifth studio album by Canadian rapper Drake. It was released on June 29, 2018 by Young Money Entertainment, Cash Money Records and Republic Records. Scorpion is a double album consisting of 25 tracks. Its "A side" is primarily a hip hop album, whilst its "B side" has been described as R&B and pop.
The album features guest appearances from Jay-Z and Ty Dolla Sign as well as posthumous appearances from Michael Jackson and Static Major, and additional vocals by a variety of artists, including James Fauntleroy, PartyNextDoor, Nicki Minaj, Future and Nai Palm. The album is executively produced by Drake himself, alongside frequent collaborator Noah "40" Shebib and manager Oliver El-Khatib, and features production from 40, alongside a variety of producers, including No I.D., Boi-1da, DJ Premier, DJ Paul, T-Minus, Murda Beatz, Cardo and Noel Cadastre, among others.
It was supported by the singles "God's Plan", "Nice for What", "I'm Upset", "Don't Matter to Me" and "In My Feelings". The former two singles reached number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 prior to the album's release, and the fifth single reached the top spot of the chart after the album's release.
The album features guest appearances from Jay-Z and Ty Dolla Sign as well as posthumous appearances from Michael Jackson and Static Major, and additional vocals by a variety of artists, including James Fauntleroy, PartyNextDoor, Nicki Minaj, Future and Nai Palm. The album is executively produced by Drake himself, alongside frequent collaborator Noah "40" Shebib and manager Oliver El-Khatib, and features production from 40, alongside a variety of producers, including No I.D., Boi-1da, DJ Premier, DJ Paul, T-Minus, Murda Beatz, Cardo and Noel Cadastre, among others.
It was supported by the singles "God's Plan", "Nice for What", "I'm Upset", "Don't Matter to Me" and "In My Feelings". The former two singles reached number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 prior to the album's release, and the fifth single reached the top spot of the chart after the album's release.
Queen is the fourth studio album by American rapper and singer Nicki Minaj. It was released on August 10, 2018, through Young Money Entertainment and Cash Money Records. It is Minaj's first album in four years, following The Pinkprint. The rapper started recording the album in late 2016, and throughout 2017 and 2018, she collaborated with a handful of producers and songwriters to reach her desired sound. It features guest appearances by rappers Eminem, Foxy Brown, Future, Swae Lee, and Lil Wayne; and singers Ariana Grande, Labrinth, and The Weeknd. Musically, it is a hip hop album that incorporates elements of pop and R&B.
The album's release date was delayed several times, before ultimately being released a week ahead of schedule. It was supported by three singles: the lead single "Chun-Li" which was released on April 12, 2018 and became her 16th top 10 song on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, "Bed" released on June 14, and "Barbie Dreams" released on August 14; in addition to "Rich Sex" which was released as a promotional single on June 11.
The album's release date was delayed several times, before ultimately being released a week ahead of schedule. It was supported by three singles: the lead single "Chun-Li" which was released on April 12, 2018 and became her 16th top 10 song on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, "Bed" released on June 14, and "Barbie Dreams" released on August 14; in addition to "Rich Sex" which was released as a promotional single on June 11.
Beerbongs & Bentleys is the second studio album by American rapper Post Malone, released by Republic Records on April 27, 2018. It succeeds Malone's debut album Stoney, released in 2016. The album features guest appearances from Swae Lee, 21 Savage, Ty Dolla Sign, Nicki Minaj, G-Eazy and YG. It includes production from frequent collaborators Louis Bell and Frank Dukes, alongside London on da Track, Andrew Watt, Tank God, Twice as Nice, Teddy Walton, Scott Storch and PartyNextDoor, among others. The album was supported by five singles: "Rockstar", "Candy Paint", "Psycho", "Ball for Me" and "Better Now", with "Rockstar" and "Psycho" peaking at number one on the US Billboard Hot 100.
Beerbongs & Bentleys received mixed reviews from critics, but performed well commercially, debuting at number one on the US Billboard 200, with 461,000 album-equivalent units, 153,000 of which were pure sales. The album was also certified double Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America.
Beerbongs & Bentleys received mixed reviews from critics, but performed well commercially, debuting at number one on the US Billboard 200, with 461,000 album-equivalent units, 153,000 of which were pure sales. The album was also certified double Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America.
Oui Oui Si Si Ja Ja Da Da is the tenth studio album by the British band Madness, released on their own Lucky 7 Records label through Cooking Vinyl in the United Kingdom on 29 October 2012 and in the United States on 13 November 2012. The album does not feature founding member and bassist Mark Bedford, who was on hiatus from the band at the time. The album cover is by Peter Blake and features rejected titles for the album crossed out.
The album was preceded by a 'teaser' song, "Death of a Rude Boy", available as a digital download from 12 August 2012.
Oui Oui Si Si Ja Ja Da Da debuted at number No. 10 in the UK Albums Chart on 4 November 2012, becoming Madness' seventh studio album out of ten to reach the top 10 in the UK. It received favourable reviews in Q, Mojo, The Arts Desk and London evening newspaper Evening Standard amongst others, the notable exception being a poor review in the NME.
The album was preceded by a 'teaser' song, "Death of a Rude Boy", available as a digital download from 12 August 2012.
Oui Oui Si Si Ja Ja Da Da debuted at number No. 10 in the UK Albums Chart on 4 November 2012, becoming Madness' seventh studio album out of ten to reach the top 10 in the UK. It received favourable reviews in Q, Mojo, The Arts Desk and London evening newspaper Evening Standard amongst others, the notable exception being a poor review in the NME.
Abracadabra is the sixth studio album by English band ABC. It was originally released in August 1991, on the label EMI. It was the final ABC album to feature founding member Mark White, who departed the band in 1992.
ABC moved to the EMI label, where they recorded the album Abracadabra, a tightly produced fusion of early 1990s techno sounds and 1970s dance grooves which was met with muted critical approval and appreciation from the band's fan base.
The first single, "Love Conquers All", peaked at No. 47 on the UK Singles Chart and remixes of "Say It" were well received on the US dance charts.
ABC moved to the EMI label, where they recorded the album Abracadabra, a tightly produced fusion of early 1990s techno sounds and 1970s dance grooves which was met with muted critical approval and appreciation from the band's fan base.
The first single, "Love Conquers All", peaked at No. 47 on the UK Singles Chart and remixes of "Say It" were well received on the US dance charts.
Recovery is the seventh studio album by American rapper Eminem. It was released on June 18, 2010, by Aftermath Entertainment, Shady Records, and Interscope Records as the follow-up to Eminem's previous album Relapse. Originally planned to be released as Relapse 2, the album was renamed to Recovery when Eminem found the music on the album different than its predecessor.
Production of the album took place during 2009 to 2010 at several recording studios and was handled by various record producers, including Alex da Kid, Just Blaze, Boi-1da, Jim Jonsin, DJ Khalil, Mr. Porter, and Dr. Dre. Eminem also collaborated with artists such as Pink, Lil Wayne, Slaughterhouse and Rihanna for the album. Recovery featured more introspective and emotional content than its predecessor and the theme of the album revolved around his positive changes, anxiety, and emotional drives. To promote the album, he performed the album's songs live on televised shows, at award ceremonies, musical events and also headed The Recovery Tour. It spawned four singles; "Not Afraid", "Love the Way You Lie", "No Love", and "Space Bound", with the former two both reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
Production of the album took place during 2009 to 2010 at several recording studios and was handled by various record producers, including Alex da Kid, Just Blaze, Boi-1da, Jim Jonsin, DJ Khalil, Mr. Porter, and Dr. Dre. Eminem also collaborated with artists such as Pink, Lil Wayne, Slaughterhouse and Rihanna for the album. Recovery featured more introspective and emotional content than its predecessor and the theme of the album revolved around his positive changes, anxiety, and emotional drives. To promote the album, he performed the album's songs live on televised shows, at award ceremonies, musical events and also headed The Recovery Tour. It spawned four singles; "Not Afraid", "Love the Way You Lie", "No Love", and "Space Bound", with the former two both reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
Treble & Reverb is the third studio album by New Zealand recording artist Aaradhna, released on 9 November 2012. A deluxe edition was released on 22 October 2013 with an extra disc of songs.
Kamikaze is the tenth studio album by American rapper Eminem. Previously unannounced, the album was released on August 31, 2018 by Aftermath Entertainment, Interscope Records, and Shady Records. The album features guest appearances from Joyner Lucas, Royce da 5'9", Jessie Reyez, and uncredited vocals by Justin Vernon. Eminem, credited as Slim Shady, and Dr. Dre served as executive producers, while production for individual tracks comes from a variety of musicians. The album has generated some controversy for use of homophobic slurs and diss tracks. It has topped the charts in Australia, Finland, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Scotland, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Cry Pretty is the upcoming sixth studio album by American country music singer and songwriter Carrie Underwood. The album is scheduled to be released on September 14, 2018, as Underwood's first album with her new record label, Capitol Records Nashville after signing a global deal with Universal Music Group at the start of 2017. The album will also mark the first co-producing effort by Underwood, who partnered with David Garcia for the record.
Swimming is the fifth studio album by American rapper Mac Miller. It was released on August 3, 2018, by REMember Music and Warner Bros. Records. Production on the album was handled by Miller himself under the pseudonym Larry Fisherman, as well as Dev Hynes, J. Cole, Dâm-Funk, DJ Dahi, Tae Beast, Flying Lotus and Cardo among others. The album has no credited features, but it contains vocal contributions from Dâm-Funk, Hynes, Snoop Dogg, Syd, Thundercat and J.I.D.
The album was supported by three singles; "Small Worlds", "Self Care" and "What's the Use?". It received positive reviews from critics upon release. Swimming debuted at number 3 on the Billboard 200.
The album was supported by three singles; "Small Worlds", "Self Care" and "What's the Use?". It received positive reviews from critics upon release. Swimming debuted at number 3 on the Billboard 200.
Hiding Place is the upcoming second studio album by American singer Tori Kelly. It is scheduled to be released on September 14, 2018, through School Boy Records and Capitol Records.
Palms is the upcoming tenth studio album by American rock band Thrice. The album will be released on September 14, 2018 through Epitaph Records, making it the band’s first release through the label. On July 10, the band released a single titled “The Grey” accompanied by a music video directed by Daniel Carberry. A second from the album "Only Us" was released August 14. The album was co-produced by the band and Eric Palmquist, and mixed by John Congleton and is said to encompass everything from “viscerally charged post-hardcore to piano-driven balladry.”
Look Up Child is the second studio album by American contemporary Christian music singer-songwriter Lauren Daigle. It was released on September 7, 2018, through Centricity Music.
The Greatest Showman: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack is the soundtrack album to the film of the same name. It was released in full on December 8, 2017 by Atlantic Records. The first pre-order release was on October 26, 2017 with two promotional singles: "The Greatest Show" and "This Is Me" and a third on November 17, 2017 "Rewrite the Stars". "This Is Me" was released on December 8, 2017 as the album's official lead single. In Australia, "Rewrite the Stars" was released to radio on July 20, 2018.
Produced by Greg Wells, Justin Paul, Benj Pasek, the album became a global success following the release of the film, topping the charts in several countries including the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom and Japan. The album also reached number one on iTunes in over 77 countries. In the United Kingdom, the album is a commercial success and is the best-selling album of 2018. It became only the second album in 30 years to spend 11 consecutive weeks at number 1 and in its 20th week atop the UK Albums Chart, it became the longest running soundtrack at number 1 in 50 years, and has sold over 4 million copies worldwide.
Produced by Greg Wells, Justin Paul, Benj Pasek, the album became a global success following the release of the film, topping the charts in several countries including the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom and Japan. The album also reached number one on iTunes in over 77 countries. In the United Kingdom, the album is a commercial success and is the best-selling album of 2018. It became only the second album in 30 years to spend 11 consecutive weeks at number 1 and in its 20th week atop the UK Albums Chart, it became the longest running soundtrack at number 1 in 50 years, and has sold over 4 million copies worldwide.
Kamikaze is the tenth studio album by American rapper Eminem. Previously unannounced, the album was released on August 31, 2018 by Aftermath Entertainment, Interscope Records, and Shady Records. The album features guest appearances from Joyner Lucas, Royce da 5'9", Jessie Reyez, and uncredited vocals by Justin Vernon. Eminem, credited as Slim Shady, and Dr. Dre served as executive producers, while production for individual tracks comes from a variety of musicians. The album has generated some controversy for use of homophobic slurs and diss tracks. It has topped the charts in Australia, Finland, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Scotland, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
If There Is Light, It Will Find You is the seventh studio album by American rock band Senses Fail. It charted at number 57 on the Billboard 200.
This is the first Senses Fail album with lyrics written solely by vocalist Buddy Nielsen.
This is the first Senses Fail album with lyrics written solely by vocalist Buddy Nielsen.
21st Century Liability is the debut studio album by British singer Yungblud. It was released on 6 July 2018 via Locomotion Recordings, Geffen Records and Interscope Records. It features the promotional singles "21st Century Liability", "Psychotic Kids", "California" and proper lead single "Medication".
Morning After is the second studio album by Canadian R&B duo dvsn. It was released on October 13, 2017, by OVO Sound and Warner Bros. Records.
A Dying Machine is the fourth studio album and first concept album by heavy metal band Tremonti. It was released on June 8, 2018 via Napalm Records. The record was produced by Michael "Elvis" Baskette, who produced Tremonti's past three records and also produced Alter Bridge's records. The album is to be accompanied by a full-length novel under the same name written by Mark Tremonti and John Shirley, tying together loose ends of the album's plot. Front-man and guitarist Mark Tremonti stated that the album is the most dynamic and diverse in his entire catalog. The album's first radio single, "Take You With Me", was released April 16, 2018. The single peaked at number 32 on the US Billboard Mainstream Rock Songs chart in June 2018.
Trench is the upcoming fifth studio album by American musical duo Twenty One Pilots, scheduled to be released on October 5, 2018, through Fueled by Ramen. It is the band's first studio album in three years and serves as a follow-up to their fourth studio album, Blurryface.
The album has been preceded by the release of four singles. The first two, "Jumpsuit" and "Nico and the Niners", were both released on July 11, 2018. The third single "Levitate" was released on August 8, 2018. The fourth single, "My Blood", was released August 27, 2018. To promote the album, the Bandito Tour is set to begin at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee on October 16, 2018, and will continue through March 17, 2019, ending at the Altice Arena in Lisbon, Portugal.
The album has been preceded by the release of four singles. The first two, "Jumpsuit" and "Nico and the Niners", were both released on July 11, 2018. The third single "Levitate" was released on August 8, 2018. The fourth single, "My Blood", was released August 27, 2018. To promote the album, the Bandito Tour is set to begin at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee on October 16, 2018, and will continue through March 17, 2019, ending at the Altice Arena in Lisbon, Portugal.
