Some great new sounds for you to check out this month.

BEFORE I FORGET
By The Kid LAROI

Releasing January 9, Before I Forget is the long-awaited second studio album from The Kid LAROI, following his 2023 debut The First Time. The project features previously released singles such as A Cold Play and A Perfect World, which showcase LAROI’s blend of emotional vulnerability and melodic craft. Listed as a 15-track release, the album captures a more introspective, heartfelt tone as LAROI explores themes of love, loss, memory and self-reflection.

DON’T BE DUMB
By A$AP Rocky

January 16 marks A$AP Rocky’s long-awaited return with Don’t Be Dumb, a project driven by experimentation, fashion influence and cultural observation. Blending sharp lyricism with eclectic production, Don’t Be Dumb reflects Rocky’s multifaceted persona: rapper, style icon and tastemaker. Years in the making, the album signals a renewed focus on artistry over immediacy, positioning it as a statement release that bridges hip-hop, luxury aesthetics and creative independence.

HOW DID I GET HERE?
By Louis Tomlinson

With How Did I Get Here?, Louis Tomlinson delivers his most personal album to date. The record reflects on fame, growth and identity, pairing anthemic pop-rock with introspective lyricism. Shaped by recent years of touring and reflection, it captures a sense of reckoning and self-awareness, balancing vulnerability with confidence. Building on his post–One Direction career, Tomlinson positions himself firmly as a solo artist, offering fans a reflective yet uplifting new chapter, arriving on January 23.