Miley, Beyoncé, ADÉLA & More: New Music Friday Guide
Billboard's weekly New Music Friday guide highlights the standout releases dominating playlists, with Miley (now performing under just her first name) leading the pack via "Bass Persuades," the title track from her forthcoming 10th studio album and first release on new label Atlantic. Beyoncé also features prominently, marking the 20th anniversary of her album B'Day with an expanded 27-track reissue that includes previously unreleased material and Spanish-language versions of her songs.
Other key releases include ADÉLA's debut album PRIMA, led by single "Nicole Kidman," following her first Billboard Hot 100 entry in August with "Ain't In LA"; Medium Build's King Of Having Fun, described as his sharpest work after a period of personal upheaval; Ellie Goulding's sixth album I Know Too Much, featuring "For Your Entertainment"; and Mau P's new house single "Just A Little Bit More." Beyoncé's reissue also includes a Jay-Z collaboration and a Pharrell-featuring track, "Can I Watch You."
- Miley debuts new solo era with single "Bass Persuades" from upcoming album
- Beyoncé reissues B'Day with 27 tracks for its 20th anniversary
- ADÉLA, Ellie Goulding and Medium Build also release new albums this week
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Miley Cyrus, who now performs under just her first name, is releasing new music, marking a fresh chapter as she moves to a new record label. Alongside her, several other artists are putting out significant new work, including Beyoncé, who is celebrating the 20th anniversary of one of her earlier solo albums with a reissue containing previously unheard material.
This roundup comes from Billboard's regular feature spotlighting the week's notable music releases across pop, dance and other genres. It brings together established stars alongside rising artists releasing debut work, giving a snapshot of what is generating attention in the music industry at a given moment.
The releases matter because they reflect broader shifts in these artists' careers, such as label changes, career milestones and evolving musical directions, while also shaping what audiences are likely to be listening to and discussing in the days ahead.