Madonna releases new album 'Confessions II' on July 3

Madonna returns with a new studio album, "Confessions II," issued on July 3 through Warner Records. The record, produced with longtime collaborator Stuart Price, continues her dance‑electronic direction and features 16 tracks, including the singles "I feel so free" and a duet with Sabrina Carpenter, "Bring your love."

In the same month, a slate of other artists launched new releases, such as Deep Purple's "Splat!" and the Rolling Stones' "Foreign Tongues," while newcomers like Mary in the Junkyard and established acts including Jack White and Charli XCX added to a crowded July music calendar.