"Robbie Williams postpones 'BRITPOP' album release to 2026 for scheduling reasons, allegedly to sidestep Taylor Swift's plan"
Robbie Williams' long-awaited album 'BRITPOP' has experienced a delay, shifting its release date from October 10, 2022, to February 6, 2026. The postponement was announced on September 17, 2022.
The alteration in scheduling stems from concerns regarding the timing of 'BRITPOP' with Taylor Swift's releases. Some fans speculate that the delay is to avoid clashing with Swift's upcoming album, 'The Life Of A Showgirl', which is set for release on October 3, 2022.
'The Life Of A Showgirl' boasts a star-studded lineup, with Chris Martin from Coldplay featured on the album. Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi appears on the previously released first single 'Rocket'.
'BRITPOP', Williams' first album in nearly a decade, will be his 12th studio album. The album showcases a new guitar-driven sound, a direction Williams discussed in an interview with NME back in May.
In addition to his own compositions, 'BRITPOP' features collaborations with Gary Barlow and Supergrass frontman Gaz Coombes. Barlow co-wrote the new song 'Morrissey' on Williams' upcoming album, a track that reportedly explores the theme of a stalker for the former Smiths frontman.
The delay of 'BRITPOP' has not deterred Williams from his musical endeavours. He recently announced his "smallest-ever ticketed gig" at Camden's Dingwalls, scheduled for next month. During this performance, Williams will be playing 'Britpop' in full and 'Life Thru A Lens' for the first time in over 20 years.
Williams has also expressed his admiration for the band Soft Play, stating they appeal to his 14-year-old self. He hopes Soft Play will join him on tour for a little bit.
If 'BRITPOP' reaches the Number One spot, it would mark a huge milestone for Robbie Williams. It would allow him to overtake The Beatles as the biggest UK Artist in history, a feat that has not been achieved since the 1960s. 'The Life Of A Showgirl' is likely to debut at the top spot on the albums charts and remain there for several weeks, setting the stage for a competitive race in the music industry.
Despite the delay, fans who pre-ordered 'BRITPOP' were notified and will receive their orders in line with the new release date. The album's delay comes amidst reports of artists pushing back releases due to issues with pressing vinyl and demand not being met in time due to backlogs. Nevertheless, anticipation for 'BRITPOP' remains high, as fans eagerly await Williams' return to the music scene.
