From recently announced albums to highly anticipated releases from mega popstars, 2026 is sure to impress music fans worldwide.
Mumford and Sons: “Prizefighter”
Mumford and Sons’ sixth album, produced by the grammy-winning producer and songwriter, Aaron Dessner, will be released on Feb. 20. The album features the beloved Gracie Abrams, Hozier, Gigi Perez and Chris Stapleton. The first three singles are available for streaming now.
War Child Records: “HELP(2)”
A collaborative album presented by War Child Records, featuring artists such as Olivia Rodrigo, Arctic Monkeys, Beabadoobee and Big Thief, will be released on March 6. All proceeds from the album will support War Child UK, an organization dedicated to protecting, educating and standing up for the rights of children living through conflict, according to the album announcement post.
Maisie Peters
The U.K. singer’s third studio album (title is yet to be announced) has a confirmed 2026 release. Although the exact date is unknown, all signs point towards a spring release. Peters described the album by saying, “the first few songs you’ve heard feel like the first seedlings of autumn, and i like to think the next little chapter of music will feel like the first buds of spring, bold and bright and reaching towards the sun!” The first three singles were released in October and November of last year, including “Say My Name In Your Sleep” with Marcus Mumford.
Gracie Abrams
The 26-year-old singer-songwriter’s third studio album is yet to be announced but has been teased by Abrams for quite some time now. Fans were left in a frenzy after Abrams added several unreleased songs to both her festival and “The Secret of Us Deluxe Tour” setlists in the summer of 2025. Since then, Abrams has continued to post clips of music she’s currently working on, something she’s done since the very beginning of her career.
Olivia Rodrigo
The “drivers license” singer’s third studio album is one of the most anticipated releases of the year, and it hasn’t even been announced. The 22-year-old officially ended her “GUTS” era with one final show in New York City at the Park Avenue Armory in October 2025. Following the end of her second album’s era, Rodrigo posted a photo of herself in the studio, signaling the start of her new era.
