Kylie Minogue releases her 16th studio album 'Tension'
It's out now!
Last updated 22nd Sep 2023
Kylie Minogue, the Princess of Pop, has now released her 16th studio album 'Tension'. The singer, who is best-known for hits such 'All The Lovers', 'Can't Get You Out of My Head', and 'Spinning Around' took to her socials to share the exciting news with her fans.
Posting on X, formerly Twitter, Kylie said: 'I am so, so, SO thrilled to say that my new album TENSION is now yours! I hope you feel the love, searching and abandon that I felt making this record. Thank you for all your love and support. Listen now and let me know your faves!!' (sic)
Kylie's fans have shared their love for the new album on social media, with one person saying: 'On repeat since it came out.' Another person wrote: 'Obsessed with it, congratulations queen!!! LOVE YOU FOREVER.' Someone else added: 'It's so much fun!!' (sic)
'Tension' includes the single 'Padam Padam', which was released in May and was a massive success.
How did Kylie announce her new album?
Kylie shared a video on social media back in May announcing her new music. She wrote: 'Baby break the tension ….. my brand new album 💎TENSION💎 will be yours on 22nd September! The first single ❤️PADAM PADAM❤️ is coming soon!'.
In response to her new music, songwriter to the stars Kamille wrote: 'Let’s go.', while Kylie's sister Dannii Minogue wrote: 'This looks incredible. Can’t wait to play the whole album 💖'.
Louise Redknapp also commented: 'love it'. (sic)
Speaking about thw album, the singer said in a statement: "I started this album with an open mind and a blank page. Unlike my last two albums there wasn’t a ‘theme’, it was about finding the heart or the fun or the fantasy of that moment and always trying to service the song.
"I wanted to celebrate each song’s individuality and to dive into that freedom. I would say it’s a blend of personal reflection, club abandon and melancholic high."
Discussing the recording process, Kylie continued: "I loved being back in the studio with my collaborators but was also able to benefit from remote recording, which we have all got used to – my mobile studio never left my side for a year and a half!
"The album is a mix of songs I have written and songs which really spoke to me. Making this album helped me navigate challenging times and celebrate the now. I hope it accompanies listeners on their own journeys and becomes part of their story."
What is Kylie Minogue's new album called?
Kylie's new album is called 'Tension'.
When is 'Tension' released?
'Tension' is out now.
What is the tracklist for 'Tension'?
There are 11 songs on the 'Tension' tracklist including the hugely popular single 'Padam Padam', the title track 'Tension' and '10 Out Of 10' with DJ Oliver Heldens.
- 'Padam Padam'
- 'Hold On To Now'
- 'Things We Do For Love'
- 'Tension'
- 'One More Time'
- 'You Still Get Me High'
- 'Hands'
- 'Green Light'
- 'Vegas High'
- '10 Out Of 10'
- 'Story'
You can hear songs by Kylie Minogue on heat radio.
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