There is nothing like the anticipation of a new album release of your favorite artist, whether you download it or get the album on vinyl, cassette (old school) or even a CD. Whether you love classic rock, pop music, country, hip hop, rap or any genre that makes you happy, the following are a few new releases this year for you to check out and enjoy.
If you want a high voltage rock album that electrifies you with great guitar riffs, then turn your attention to the new release of iconic ROCK GOD and KISS founding member Ace Frehley (the spaceman). Ace Frehley’s “10,000 volts”. Rock n Roll and heavy metal would not sound, look, or feel the same without the creator of the KISS symbol with lightning bolts, the smoking guitar, light up guitar, flying guitar, and let’s not forget the fireworks guitar to go along with the lighting bolt guitar strap. Ace was inducted into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame in 2014 as a founding member of KISS, and Guitar World named him in the top 15 of its “100 Greatest Metal Guitarists of All Time”. “10,000 volts” is a throwback to Ace’s roots of in-your-face hard rock songs with great solo riffs that will have you humming and singing most of the catchy tunes. This album reached number 1 on several Rock categories of music on Spotify for the first weeks of its release, so, if classic rock is your favorite or even your parent’s, this is definitely a can’t miss album that you’ll want to blast the stereo on the highest volume and play air guitar to.
For all the “swifties” out there, Pop Music Great Taylor Swift released her eleventh album, first since 2022 the album named “The Tortured Poets Departments”. This is viewed as a concept album for Taylor who has electrified millions of fans worldwide with her extremely entertaining and successful “Decades Tour”. Taylor recently was awarded her well-earned 13th Grammy, has played 16 new songs with three bonus tracks and two features. Of course, several of the songs are rumored to be about past failed relationships that surely will be hits. Also, a few new surprises are included such as guest voice appearances from Post Malone on one track while “Florence & the Machine” will be featured on a track as well. One thing is for certain, if you are a Taylor Swift fan, make sure you preorder because the stores will surely sell out in a flash.
When thinking of Country Music Stars, some names come to mind like Morgan Wallen, George Strait, Scotty McCreary, and many more. But would you ever mention the name “Beyonce?” Yes, that’s right Beyonce. This superstar of music and stage shows releaseda Country Music Album in late March titled “Act II: Cowboy Carter”. Beyonce shared this bombshell news at the past Super bowl and shortly after dropped two country songs named “Texas Holdem” & “16 Carriages”. “Texas Holdem” has been released and has been receiving heavy airtime to hit number 1 on the Hot County Songs Chart. Beyonce made history with this number 1 for her being the first Black female artist to reach the top of the Country charts. It may be surprising that Beyonce has turned Country, but it should be no surprise that Beyonce has done this successfully. Catch this one for sure, it will truly be worth it.
No matter what genre of music that you like, look for new releases from your favorite artist and maybe try a few new ones to become a well-rounded lover of all music. You may be surprised at what great music is out there to be listened to.
