RAYE Releases New Album 'THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE.'

RAYE Drops Sophomore Epic: 'THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE.' Features Hans Zimmer and Al Green

The 17-track concept album, released via Human Re Sources, explores human emotion through four distinct 'seasons' and kicks off a massive global tour.

Marcus J. Delany

Mar 26, 2026, 11:23 PM PT · 2 min read

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THE RUNDOWN

RAYE released her sophomore album THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE. on March 27, 2026.
The 17-track concept record is organized into four distinct thematic 'seasons.'
Collaborations include legendary composer Hans Zimmer and soul icon Al Green.
The album was released through the record label Human Re Sources.
A global concert tour has been scheduled to support the new release.

RAYE has officially entered her next era with the release of her highly anticipated sophomore album, THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE., which arrived on March 27, 2026. Distributed through the label Human Re Sources, the 17-track project marks a bold creative shift for the British singer-songwriter. The album is structured as a concept record divided into four "seasons," each designed to guide listeners through a different emotional landscape.

The project boasts an impressive list of collaborators, bridging the worlds of cinematic scores and classic soul. RAYE teamed up with legendary composer Hans Zimmer and soul icon Al Green to craft the album's expansive sound. Speaking to The Guardian, RAYE described the new body of work as "medicine," highlighting its focus on healing and human connection. Early reviews from Clash Magazine and DIY Magazine have already praised the record's ambitious scope and production quality.

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To celebrate the launch, RAYE is taking the show on the road with a comprehensive global tour. Fans can expect to see the "seasons" of the album brought to life on stage as she travels to major cities throughout the year. The release follows a period of massive critical and commercial success for the artist, further solidifying her status as a powerhouse in the modern music industry.