The return of 2026 is set to be a golden time for music lovers. Over the next few months, fans can look forward to a wide array of highly anticipated album releases, spanning various genres and styles. From French pop and American pop to rap and rock, artists from around the world are preparing to bring their latest works to record stores and streaming platforms. BFM has compiled a list of 15 must-listen albums that are expected to make a significant impact this year. Adela, a 22-year-old Slovak artist known for her retro and sensual pop style, is set to release her debut album "Prima" on September 4. Following the success of her 2025 EP The Provocateur, Adela will perform in France in early 2027 at the Bataclan. Her album includes tracks like "Ain’t In LA" and "Red Bottoms." Mauvais Djo, a member of the French trio Triangle des Bermudes, is also set to release "L'Undertaker 2" on the same date. This follows the success of his summer hits and features collaborations with artists like Chilly and Armageddon. Jeanne, who gained fame through her participation in the 2025 season of Star Academy, will release her first EP, Naïri, on September 11. Inspired by her Armenian heritage, the EP is a tribute to her grandfather and includes introspective songs. She will perform in Paris and other cities in the coming year. Meanwhile, Miley Cyrus is preparing for a new chapter in her career with her upcoming album Bass Persuades, set to release on September 18. The album, produced by Atlantic Records, includes a rock influence and features collaborations with artists like Model/Actriz and Andrew Wyatt. Other notable releases include Carly Rae Jepsen’s Day and Night, a double album with 24 tracks divided into two distinct musical styles, and Tiakola’s WpointM, which is expected to be a major hit. The album, recorded in Kinshasa, features local musicians and several high-profile guests. Marguerite, who gained fame through Star Academy, will release her first album Guérir on October 2, following the success of her EP Grandir. Troye Sivan’s She’s The Best and Fontaines D.C.’s Dopamine Chamber are also highly anticipated, with the latter expected to blend post-punk and mainstream rock. Angèle’s Instinct marks a shift in her musical style, incorporating elements of electro and techno. Mylène Farmer’s Égrégore, set for release on October 30, is expected to be a conceptual album with a mysterious and artistic edge.