The Weeknd "Starboy" 2026-05-22 Mikal arranged the strings—and everyone

Mikal arranged the strings—and everyone played awesomely

the band had transformed into a punk rock juggernaut with massive stadium-ready guitar riffs matched with an unconventional

as well as cult favorites like "Again I Go Unnoticed" and the title track to their collections

The album's artwork and title are inspired by the Twisted Metal series of video games for the original PlayStation console

Includes scorching versions of ‘Thunder Kiss ‘65’

The Weeknd "Starboy" 2026-05-22 Mikal arranged the strings—and everyoneThe third studio album by Canadian singer and songwriter The Weeknd. The album features guest contributions from musicians Daft Punk, singer Lana Del Rey, and rappers Future and Kendrick Lamar. The album is supported by the title track lead single "Starboy". The album's sleeve is photographed and designed by Nabil Elderkin. It features The Weeknd with shorter hair in a crouched pose with a cross necklace and is highlighted by streaks of blue neon