Friday Music Guide
Billboard • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Miley, now performing mononymously, has released "Bass Persuades," the lead single from her upcoming 10th studio album on Atlantic Records, featuring a hypnotic dance-pop sound with self-referential lyrics.
- Beyoncé celebrates the 20th anniversary of her album B’Day with an expanded 27-track edition, including unreleased songs and collaborations with Jay-Z and Pharrell on new tracks like "Can I Watch You."
- Slovakian pop artist ADÉLA debuts her album PRIMA, praised for its concise and clear-eyed pop sound, with singles such as "Nicole Kidman" and her first Billboard Hot 100 entry "Ain’t In LA."
- Amelie Lens releases her debut techno album Aura, featuring 13 tracks of sharp, cerebral techno, ahead of her upcoming live shows and personal milestone of expecting her second child.
- Other notable releases include Medium Build’s introspective album King Of Having Fun, Ellie Goulding’s reflective single "For You Entertainment," and Malie Donn’s 20-track debut The Golden Child showcasing his dancehall versatility.
