Every Single Album New Music Rumblings from Olivia Rodrigo, Bruno Mars, and Robyn. Plus, Our Vacation Playlists
Jan 8, 2026
Nora and Nathan dive into the buzz around Olivia Rodrigo's potential new album, analyzing playful social media hints. They tackle the implications of her management change and the sound of her upcoming work. The duo shares their personal playlists from time off, featuring tracks from Kendrick Lamar and Justin Bieber. They also discuss Bruno Mars finishing his new album and react to Harry Styles' recent performance clip. Plus, they explore Robyn's relevance in today's music scene and Geese's expanding fanbase.
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Third Album Seems Likely Timing
- Olivia's release cadence (Sour 2021, Guts 2023) makes a third album in 2026 reasonable.
- Nora and Nathan expect her to remain within her rock-tinged pop lane rather than pivot radically.
Producer Partnership Shapes Direction
- Dan Nigro's role is central to Olivia's sound and future direction.
- Nathan suggests sticking with Nigro would likely yield the strongest next record.
Harry's Small Post, Big Reaction
- Harry Styles posted a concert video to YouTube after two years, reviving fan excitement.
- Nora and Nathan say even small gestures from Harry trigger major appetite for his return.