Publishing date: Jan, 29, 2026
February 6
J. Cole – ‘The Fall-Off’
J. Cole is stepping into his final chapter — and he’s taking his time with it. Dropping February 6, The Fall-Off arrives as Cole’s seventh and reportedly last studio album, the result of nearly a decade of writing, revising, and sharpening his craft. Introduced by the quietly jaw-dropping “Disc 2 Track 2,” the project feels less like a victory lap and more like a soul-searching summit: reflective, disciplined, and deeply intentional. If The Fall-Off is about legacy, patience, and proving something to yourself before anyone else, Cole sounds ready to close the book at the highest possible level.
Nick Jonas – ‘Sunday Best’
Nick Jonas is easing back into the spotlight with intention. Arriving February 6, Sunday Best marks his first solo album in five years and feels like a clean, confident reset after Spaceman. Led by the emotionally charged single “Gut Punch,” the project hints at a more grounded, reflective Jonas — less spectacle, more feeling. With the title and tracklist rolled out deliberately and fans already dissecting every clue, Sunday Best reads like a quiet return that trusts the music to speak first. If this is Nick settling into his grown era, we’re ready to listen.
February 13
Charli XCX – ‘Wuthering Heights’
Charli XCX is entering her gothic era — and it’s unlike anything she’s done before. Arriving February 13, Wuthering Heights is a dark, cinematic companion album to Emerald Fennell’s film of the same name, trading Brat’s chaos for something more elegant, brutal, and deeply atmospheric. Led by the haunting “House” featuring John Cale, the soundtrack leans into distortion, obsession, and raw desire, unfolding like a storm rather than a pop rollout. Written and recorded on the road during the Brat Tour, Wuthering Heights feels possessed by inspiration — wild, romantic, and intentionally uncomfortable. If this is Charli letting herself disappear into another world entirely, we’re more than ready to follow.
Mumford & Sons – ‘Prizefighter’
Mumford & Sons are stepping back into the ring with something to prove. Dropping February 13, Prizefighter marks the band’s sixth studio album and their first full-length return in years — a project that feels both battle-worn and newly alive. Co-produced with Aaron Dessner, the record leans into emotional weight and communal storytelling, bolstered by an eclectic lineup of collaborators including Hozier, Gracie Abrams, Gigi Perez, and Chris Stapleton. If Prizefighter is about endurance, reinvention, and standing your ground after everything you’ve been through, Mumford & Sons sound ready to fight for every note.
February 20
Hilary Duff – ‘luck… or something’
Arriving February 20, luck… or something marks Hilary’s first album in over a decade and feels like a deeply personal reckoning with everything that’s happened in between. Co-produced entirely by Matthew Koma, the record trades nostalgia for honesty, pairing polished pop with introspective storytelling shaped by love, growth, doubt, and survival. Led by the reflective “Mature” and the quietly devastating “Roommates,” luck… or something sounds like Duff reclaiming her voice on her own terms. If this album is about coming back when you’re actually ready, not when you’re expected to, it might be her most meaningful chapter yet.
Megan Moroney – ‘Cloud 9’
Megan Moroney is soaring higher than ever. Her third studio album, Cloud 9, is described by the artist as “the strongest and most confident version of myself,” and it’s clear from the first notes that Moroney is leaning fully into authenticity. Officially announced on November 11, 2025, the album follows the close of her Am I Okay era, signaling a fresh chapter. Led by the heartfelt singles “6 Months Later” and “Beautiful Things,” Cloud 9 blends personal storytelling with infectious melodies, capturing both vulnerability and empowerment. If this record is about embracing growth and celebrating the highs after the lows, Moroney has never sounded more sure of herself.
February 27
Bruno Mars – ‘The Romantic’
Bruno Mars is back and more magnetic than ever. Arriving February 27, The Romantic is his first solo album in a decade and follows the Silk Sonic collaboration, promising a return to the sound that made him a global icon. Kicking off with the chart-topping lead single “I Just Might,” the album blends Mars’s signature grooves with fresh, modern production, showcasing his mastery of melody and romance. With The Romantic Tour set to span 71 shows across North America and Europe, this feels like a full-circle moment: Mars returning to his solo roots, confident, playful, and irresistibly smooth.
Blackpink – ‘Deadline’
Blackpink is back as a full force. Their third mini album, Deadline, arrives February 27, 2026, marking the group’s first collective release since 2022’s Born Pink. After years spent pursuing solo projects, acting, and global fashion campaigns, Jennie, Jisoo, Rosé, and Lisa reunite to remind the world why they’re pop icons. The album is expected to include their 2025 comeback single “Jump,” which debuted at No. 1 on two global Billboard charts, setting the stage for this highly anticipated return. If Deadline is about reclaiming their group identity and proving the sum is greater than its parts, Blackpink is ready to dominate again.
