Friday Music Guide: New Releases from Rosalía, Kehlani, Katy Perry & More
This week's music spotlight features standout new albums and singles from Rosalía, Kehlani, Katy Perry, and others. Billboard’s Friday Music Guide highlights key releases that are expected to dominate playlists and conversations through the weekend and beyond.
Rosalía’s Ambitious New Album
Rosalía has released one of the most ambitious pop albums of the year—and possibly the decade or century. Her latest project, LUX, is a genre-defying work that blends numerous languages, styles, and eras into a unique and expansive pop experience.
“It’s like an album she wrote to God — whatever each person feels God is to them,” said Afo Verde, chairman and CEO of Sony Latin Iberia, in Billboard’s cover story on Rosalía. “This is an artist who said, ‘I want to walk down a path where few walk.’”
The result is a record that challenges traditional pop definitions. The songs sound just as fitting in an opera house or symphony hall as they do on contemporary radio, while still maintaining a strong, personal pop sensibility. Rosalía’s powerful voice anchors the album’s artistic vision without ever being overwhelmed by it.
Other Highlights
- Kehlani continues to deliver classic R&B sounds with new music that stays true to her style.
- Katy Perry and Hilary Duff each release new songs about their respective ex-partners, presenting two very different emotional perspectives.
Summary
Rosalía’s LUX stands out as a bold and genre-spanning pop album that combines wide-ranging influences with accessible songwriting, promising to be a defining release of the year.
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