4 Comeback Albums Released or Upcoming in 2026

The year 2026 has become the year for comeback albums. We’ve seen plenty of major returns this year in various genres. Some have already been released, with other comeback albums on the way later this year. Major returns within pop music, rock music, and rap have captivated listeners in 2026 and will continue to do so throughout this year. Comeback albums have either topped the charts already or are expected to dominate this year in music. Here are 4 comeback albums, either released or soon to be released in 2026.

Bruno Mars – ‘The Romantic’

Bruno Mars‘ fourth studio album, The Romantic, was released on February 27, 2026. This marked Mars’ first release in a decade, since 24k Magic in 2016. In 2021, Bruno Mars and Anderson. Paak released An Evening With Silk Sonic. The super duo’s debut album under the name Silk Sonic debuted at No. 2 on the US Billboard 200. The album generated the No. 1 hit “Leave The Door Open” and the No. 5 hit “Smokin Out The Window.” Aside from the super duo release, Mars hasn’t released a new album in a full decade. The Romantic contains the No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100, “I Just Might.” The new album’s second single, “Risk It All,” peaked at No. 4 on the Hot 100. The new album marked a successful comeback for the pop icon.

Foo Fighters – ‘Your Favorite Toy’

On April 24, 2026, the Foo Fighters are expected to release their twelfth studio album. The new album will be the first to feature their new drummer, Ilan Rubin. Rubin is known for previously playing for Nine Inch Nails. Rubin was announced as their new drummer shortly after Josh Freese was fired from the group in 2025. Longtime Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins’ untimely death in 2022 made the band’s future unclear. But shortly after, in 2023, Foo Fighters released But Here We Are with Dave Grohl himself playing the drums, along with fronting the group. Four singles have been released ahead of the comeback album. The album’s first single, “Asking For A Friend,” was released on October 23, 2025. It reached No. 1 on the US Rock & Alternative Songs chart. Fans are anticipating the release of the new album, as a new era of the band emerges.

A$AP Rocky – ‘Don’t Be Dumb’

For the first time in eight years, rap star A$AP Rocky released a new studio album. “Don’t Be Dumb” was released on January 16, 2026, and marked the rapper’s fourth studio album. It’s a follow-up to his 2018 album, Testing. The 15-track release features collaborations with big stars such as Tyler, the Creator, Doechii, Gorillaz, Brent Faiyaz, and more. The album is experimental, often categorized as art rap. The cover image of the album was designed by legendary filmmaker Tim Burton. Three hit singles were released, and the album hit No. 1 on the Billboard 200 earlier this year.

Harry Styles – ‘Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally.’

Harry Styles‘ comeback album was released on March 6, 2026. It debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and generated massive sales within its first week. This was Styles’ first release in two years, and it contains themes of midlife crisis and finding fulfillment in life. Styles penned a No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 with the album’s first single release, “Aperture.” It was released on January 22, 2026, ahead of the album release. This marked Harry Styles’ third No. 1 single in the US. Additionally, the album’s second single, “American Girls,” peaked at No. 4 on the Hot 100 and was released on March 6, along with the album.