Grammy-winning South African artist Tyla, who burst onto the mainstream with her 2023 global hit “Water,” is set to release her sophomore album, “A(asterisks)POP,” on Friday, July 17, 2026. The album marks the next evolution of her sound, which famously married R&B, pop, and Amapiano, a style of music translating to “the pianos” in the Zulu language, fusing Kwaito house music and jazz, often driven by log drums.
Tyla’s debut with “Water” came at a time when hunger and curiosity for African music were at an all-time high, and Afrobeats have only continued to skyrocket since. “A(asterisks)POP” is anticipated to feature a dancehall collaboration with Zara Larsson titled “She Did It Again,” and the Amapiano-pop track “Chanel,” among other new sounds.
Key Players Involved
- Tyla: Grammy-winning South African artist.
- Zara Larsson: Artist collaborating with Tyla on the new album.
Event Timeline
- July 17, 2026: Tyla’s sophomore album, “A(asterisks)POP,” is released.
