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 ED SHEERAN ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM ‘PLAY’ RELEASED ON 12TH SEPTEMBER 2025 PRE-ORDER HERE 

Ed Sheeran is set to release his new album Play on September 12, 2025, marking a vibrant new chapter after his Mathematics series. The album, available for pre-order now, showcases Sheeran’s evolution as he collaborates with global producers and musicians, weaving influences from Indian and Persian music with his Irish folk roots. This fusion creates a distinctive, borderless sound, blending bold pop with heartfelt ballads and acoustic tracks that solidify his status as a leading singer-songwriter. Play promises to be a defining album of 2025, balancing innovation with Sheeran’s signature emotional depth.

To celebrate, Sheeran has released the nostalgic single Old Phone, produced by Blake Slatkin and Ilya Salmanzadeh. The track reflects on reconnecting with the past through messages found on a phone unused since 2015, blending raw emotion with acoustic melodies reminiscent of his early work. It follows the colorful pop hit Azizam, highlighting Sheeran’s versatility.

Sheeran describes Play as a response to the darkest period of his life, crafted to radiate joy and exploration. Recorded worldwide and finalized in Goa, India, the album captures a rollercoaster of emotions, reflecting his roles as a human, partner, and father. Embracing a playful approach, Sheeran plans to celebrate the album with unique experiences like folk jam pubs, open-top bus gigs, and singing in pink cowboy hats. “The older I get, the more I just want to enjoy things and savor the moments that are mad and chaotic,” he says. Fans can expect more surprises leading up to the release.

Listen to Old Phone and pre-order Play now.