After nearly two decades away, Madonna, the best-selling female recording artist of all time, has signed with Warner Records for her highly anticipated new dance album, set to be released in 2026. This marks a return home for the seven-time Grammy Award winner, as Warner Records was the label that supported her for the first 25 years of her unparalleled career.
Reflecting on the announcement, Madonna shared, “From being a struggling artist in New York City to signing a record deal to release just three singles, it seemed at the time my world would never be the same again, and in fact, that couldn’t have been truer. Since the beginning, Warner Records has been a real partner with me. I am happy to be reunited and look forward to the future, making music, doing the unexpected while perhaps provoking a few needed conversations.”
Tom Corson and Aaron Bay-Schuck, co-chairmen of Warner Records, expressed their excitement about Madonna’s return, saying, “We are honored to welcome Madonna back home to Warner Records. Madonna isn’t just an artist; she’s the blueprint, the rule-breaker, the ultimate cultural juggernaut. For decades, she has not only defined the sound of global pop music but also reshaped culture itself with her vision, innovation, and fearless artistry. This signing represents a historic, full-circle moment, one that brings her back to the label where it all began and reaffirms her unparalleled influence, setting the stage for an exciting new era of creativity and impact.”
Fans can look forward to Madonna’s first studio album in seven years, which reunites her with award-winning producer, songwriter, and DJ Stuart Price. The upcoming album follows her critically acclaimed Confessions on a Dance Floor, which not only delivered multiple hit singles but also transformed the global dance music landscape and redefined dance-pop for a generation. Madonna’s return to the studio reinforces her ability to spark both musical revolutions and cultural transformations.
Throughout a career spanning more than four decades, Madonna has remained one of the most influential and successful artists in music history. She has consistently pushed boundaries through her songwriting, reinventions, and fearless self-expression. Since releasing her self-titled debut album in 1983, she has sold over 400 million records worldwide, earning her recognition as the best-selling female recording artist in the Guinness Book of World Records. Her groundbreaking music videos and electrifying live performances have set industry standards and shaped pop culture across generations. Madonna has been honored with seven Grammy Awards, two Golden Globes, and a place in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, among numerous other accolades, solidifying her legacy as one of the most iconic figures in music history.