With so many new records coming out in the next few weeks, we thought it would be good to pull a few together and share the news in one feature, here you go….
PAUL WELLER - 66
out 24th May via Polydor Records
In the ever-evolving landscape of contemporary music, few artists possess the enduring influence and innovative spirit of Paul Weller. A recording career that began in 1977 now takes in the release of his 17th solo album and his 28th in total. Weller has always demonstrated an unwavering commitment to pushing artistic boundaries while staying true to his roots. 66 promises to be no exception, offering a captivating journey through his continuing musical evolution. Paul Weller’s new album marks the completion of his 66th journey around the sun and is released on May 24th – the day before his 66th birthday. 66 features lyrical contributions from an esteemed roll-call including Suggs, Noel Gallagher and Bobby Gillespie and is quite a reflective and inward thinking album that pulls back the camera lens and shines a light on the way Weller’s creativity interacts with his wider world.
BEN PLATT - HONEYMIND
out 31st May via Polydor & Interscope Records
Acclaimed singer, songwriter, and actor Ben Platt is set to release his highly anticipated new album Honeymind this May. Although this is the first new album from Platt since 2021's Reverie, the prolific artist never slowed down. Last year, he starred on Broadway as Leo Frank in the revival of Parade, earning him his second Tony nomination, and in the film Theater Camp, which he also produced and co-wrote. The album's leading single 'Andrew' - and the forthcoming Honeymind - begins the latest chapter of a storied career jam-packed with hits and acclaimed performances in iconic properties such as Dear Evan Hanson, Pitch Perfect, and Parade. Platt is an accomplished recording artist and has released two albums previously – 2019’s Sing To Me and 2021’s Reverie. He completed a hugely successful solo tour following the release of Reverie which saw him headlining sellout crowds at such important venues as The Hollywood Bowl, Madison Square Garden and others.
BECKY HILL - BELIEVE ME NOW?
out 31st May via Polydor Records
Believe Me Now? is BRIT Award winning Becky Hill’s most authentic, career defining body of work to date that will cement her status as one of dance music's leading boundary-breaking female artists. Whether she’s drawing on influences from the worlds of drum ‘n’ bass, anthemic house, techno or atmospheric trance, Becky’s flair for blending the heart of such genres with her soaring powerhouse vocal has produced an album that’s rich with credibility and personal integrity, yet with immense global appeal. The album will feature the #1 US airplay hit ‘Side Effects; ‘Disconnect’ (featuring Chase & Status) which peaked at #6 on the UK charts and was certified Gold; and the current single ‘Never Be Alone’. The album also sees Becky working with an array of top tier and next wave producers including PARISI, Mark Ralph, Toddla T, Maur, Solardo, MJ Cole, Jax Jones and Franky Wah.
THE MYSTERINES - AFRAID OF TOMORROWS
out 7th June via Fiction Records
Merseyside alternative rock band The Mysterines announce their new album Afraid of Tomorrows, the highly-anticipated follow up to their critically-acclaimed Top 10 debut album Reeling. Recorded and produced by Grammy Award winning producer John Congleton (St. Vincent, Angel Olsen) in LA, Afraid of Tomorrows is a deeper and darker foray into The Mysterines’ psyche than its predecessor, and reflects the maturity and growth of the band, completed by George Favager (bass), Callum Thompson (guitar) and Paul Crilly (drums). Alongside the album announcement, they shared their lead single ‘Stray’, which premiered on BBC Radio 1 as Clara Amfo’s Hottest Record. The Mysterines are set to bring their electric live show to festivals all over Europe and the UK this summer, including Live at Leeds in the Park, 2000 Trees, Truck Festival and Tramlines.
THE WARNING - KEEP ME FED
out 28th June via EMI Records
Returning with a big bang, The Warning proudly present their anxiously awaited new full-length album, Keep Me Fed (LAVA/Republic Records), out June 28, 2024. The Mexico-born sister trio - Daniela “Dany” [guitar, lead vocals, piano], Paulina “Pau” [drums, vocals, piano], and Alejandra “Ale” Villarreal [bass, piano, backing vocals] - have logged thousands of miles on the road, generated hundreds of millions of streams, and left countless fans in awe. In talking about the story behind the decision to name the album Keep Me Fed, “throughout the whole process, the work was consuming us,” says Pau. “By impacting everything we did, the album kept us fed both creatively and personally. We’re inviting other people to participate and consume it too." Bulldozing the way for the record’s arrival, they have recently unveiled two singles, namely “Hell You Call A Dream” and the Spanish-language “Qué Más Quieres.”