Zayn Malik New Single 'Sideways' and 'Konnakol' Album Release

Zayn Malik Drops New Single ‘Sideways’ Ahead of ‘Konnakol’ Album Launch

The singer confirms his fifth studio album arrives April 17, 2026, followed by a worldwide tour beginning in May.

Marcus J. Delany

Mar 26, 2026, 10:43 PM PT · 1 min read

Zayn Malik — Photo: Fiona McKinlay / CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons

THE RUNDOWN

Zayn released "Sideways" as the second single from his upcoming fifth album.
His new studio album, Konnakol, arrives on April 17, 2026.
The Konnakol Tour is scheduled to begin on May 12, 2026.
This project follows the singer's 2024 album, Room Under the Stairs.

Zayn Malik is officially back with his latest single, "Sideways." The track serves as the second lead-in to his highly anticipated fifth studio album, titled Konnakol. This release follows a period of heavy anticipation from fans after the success of his previous 2024 project, Room Under the Stairs.

The full album, Konnakol, is scheduled for a global release on April 17, 2026. According to reports from Just Jared and Rayo, this project represents a significant evolution in Zayn's sound. The singer has been teasing the record through social media, building momentum for what is expected to be one of the year’s most prominent pop releases.

Fans will not have to wait long to see the new material performed live. The Konnakol Tour is set to kick off on May 12, 2026. This tour marks a major return to the stage for the artist, providing a live showcase for the new tracks and his extensive solo catalog at venues across the globe.