Coldplay, Jennifer Lopez, Lenny Kravitz, Dua Lipa, the most anticipated music releases of 2024

While 2023 has just come to a close, 2024 is already promising a wealth of new music releases. From Green Day to Usher, Dua Lipa, Jennifer Lopez, Clara Luciani, Justice, and Lenny Kravitz, BFMTV provides an overview of the most anticipated albums in the coming months.

• Kerchak - "Season 2" (January 12)

After making a name for himself in the rap scene with his first mixtape "Confiance," Kerchak is taking it to the next level with his debut album, "Season 2," set to be released on January 12. The French Jersey drill figure has enlisted prestigious artists such as Dinos, Houdi, Gambi, and RnBoi for this album. The first single, "T'aimerais," featuring Ziak and sampling Zaho's hit "Je te promets," was unveiled on December 15.

• Green Day - "Saviors" (January 19)

Four years after the release of "Father Of All Motherf**ers," the American punk rock trio Green Day is gearing up for their musical comeback with their 14th studio album, "Saviors," on January 19. Described as an "invitation into the band's brain," the album will explore themes such as disease, war, inequality, influencers, far-right politics, dating apps, and masks. Green Day has already released three singles from "Saviors": "The American Dream Is Killing Me," "Look Ma, No Brains!," and "Dilemma."

• Shay – "Pourvu qu’il pleuve" (January 19)

Belgian rapper Shay, relatively quiet in the music scene since her 2019 album "Antidote," is making a comeback with a new album, "Pourvu qu'il pleuve," on January 19. The project is expected to feature 15 tracks, including the singles "Jolie Go" and "Commando," which Shay performed exclusively in May at the Flammes ceremony at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris.

• Koba La D and Zola - "Frères ennemis" (January 26)

After years of supposed rivalry, the two rappers from Essonne, Koba La D and Zola, have reconciled and announced the release of a collaborative album titled "Frères ennemis" on January 26. The project, available for pre-order, was created "in two weeks in Barcelona," as Zola revealed on Instagram. The first single, "Aller sans retour," was unveiled in early December with an accompanying music video.

• IAM - "HHHistory" (February 2)

In tribute to the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, the legendary Marseille rap group IAM has announced the digital release of their 11th album, "HHHistory," on February 2.

• Jennifer Lopez - "This Is Me... Now" (February 16)

The highly-anticipated return of Jennifer Lopez to music is set for February 16, 2024, with her ninth album, "This Is Me...Now." The project pays homage to her 2002 album "This Is Me...Then" and includes a sequel to the song "Dear Ben." Accompanying the album release is "This Is Me...Now: The Film," a unique film about Jennifer Lopez's life, available on Prime Video on the same day.

• Dadju and Tayc - "Héritage" (February 16)

After a publicized social media feud, Dadju and Tayc revealed that it was a marketing stunt to promote their joint album, "Héritage," scheduled for release on February 16. The project has been teased through videos on a dedicated YouTube channel, exploring various themes in different acts.

• MGMT - "Loss of Life" (February 23)

Following their 2018 release "Little Dark Age," the American group known for hits like "Kids" and "Time To Pretend" will unveil their fifth studio album, "Loss of Life," in February. The 10-track album includes a collaboration with French artist Chris (formerly Christine and the Queens).

• Tyla - "Tyla" (March 1)

Riding high on the success of her hit "Water," South African singer Tyla, nominated for a Grammy Award in 2024, is set to release her self-titled debut album on March 1. The album features collaborations with Travis Scott on "Water," as well as other singles like "Truth or Dare" and "Butterflies."

• The Libertines - "All Quiet on the Eastern Esplanade" (March 8)

Pete Doherty, alongside Carl Barât and their band The Libertines, will release their fourth album, "All Quiet on the Eastern Esplanade," on March 8. This comes after Doherty's recent solo concert in Paris, marking his return to the music scene.

• Lenny Kravitz - "Blue Electric Light" (March 15)

Five years after "Raise Vibration," Lenny Kravitz will unveil his twelfth studio album, "Blue Electric Light," on March 15, 2024. The album was recorded in his Bahamas studio, and the first single, "TK421," was released on October 13.

• Sia - "Reasonable Woman" (Spring 2024)

After an eight-year musical hiatus, Australian singer Sia is set to release her new album, "Reasonable Woman," in spring 2024. The first single, "Gimme Love," has been available since September 2023.

• Justice - Untitled Album (Spring 2024)

Eight years after the success of their last album "Woman," Justice shared a sneak peek of their upcoming album in early January. While details about the project are scarce, Pedro Winter, former manager of Daft Punk and head of the label Ed Banger, confirmed the return of the French duo in June.

• Coldplay - "Moon Music" (2024)

Currently on a world tour, British band Coldplay, set to perform in Lyon from June 22 to 25, 2024, has announced the release of a new album titled "Moon Music" in 2024. Chris Martin, in a November Instagram post, mentioned they are finishing an album that will be the second part of "Music of the Spheres."

• Dua Lipa - Untitled Album (2024)

Following the success of her 2020 album "Future Nostalgia," Dua Lipa teased her return in November with the single "Houdini," co-produced by Kevin Parker. Her third album, slated for 2024, promises a different sonic experience while still maintaining a pop essence. The release date and title are yet to be revealed.

• Clara Luciani - Untitled Album (2024)

Just a month after the birth of her first child, Clara Luciani announced in October that she had returned to the studio to work on her third album. While the release date