Harry Styles Unveils New Single Aperture Ahead Of Album

Harry Styles, the British singer-songwriter who’s become a global pop icon, is poised to step back into the spotlight with a brand new single and a highly anticipated album. On January 20, 2026, Styles announced that “Aperture,” the first single from his upcoming fourth studio album, will be released worldwide on January 22 at 7 p.m. Eastern Time (which is January 23, 00:00 in the UK). The announcement, made via Instagram with a jubilant photo of Styles in the studio, sent fans into a frenzy, flooding his post with excitement and anticipation, according to ABC News.

The single “Aperture” serves as the opening act for Styles’ forthcoming album titled Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally., which is slated for release on March 6, 2026. The album will feature 12 tracks and reunites Styles with his longtime collaborator and executive producer, Kid Harpoon. Kid Harpoon, known for his role in shaping Styles’ previous records, including the Grammy-winning Harry’s House (2022), expressed his enthusiasm to Rolling Stone in 2022: “What I hope for going forward with Harry is that whatever it is next, let’s not try and second-guess it, or do anything based on what we’ve done before. Let’s just try and do something new and land somewhere exciting. And hopefully everyone’s as excited to hear it as we are to kind of hear it as well. You know, I feel like we don’t know what it is yet. That could be anything, which is the most exciting thing about it.”

The rollout for Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally. has been nothing short of enigmatic. For weeks, Styles teased the project with cryptic billboards and advertisements in cities across the globe—from New York to Madrid and Rome—bearing phrases like “we belong together” and “see you very soon,” as reported by Variety. The singer also launched a mysterious website, WeBelongTogether.co, which updated with news of the single’s release and displayed a whimsical image: Styles and several others sketching in a park, with a clock at the center whose hands point to “Disco”—hinting at the album’s playful, dance-infused spirit.

“Aperture,” as a title, is a fitting metaphor for Styles’ re-emergence. The word refers to the opening in a camera lens that lets in light, and it’s no coincidence that one of Styles’ global teasers read, “Let the light in.” On Instagram, he posted an animation of the single’s title opening and closing, visually echoing the theme. According to Rolling Stone, the limited-edition album box set even includes a reloadable 35mm film camera, further cementing the motif.

Fans eager to get their hands on the new music can pre-order the album in a variety of formats—vinyl, CD, cassette, and exclusive merchandise—through Styles’ official website. Special box sets, including the aforementioned camera, are also available, making this release a collector’s dream. As ABC News notes, the pre-order options have only fueled excitement in the fanbase, who have waited more than 1,300 days since Styles’ last album drop.

Styles’ previous album, Harry’s House, was a runaway success. Released in 2022, it debuted at No. 1 on both the Billboard 200 and the UK’s Official Charts, and it ultimately won the Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 2023. The record spawned hits like “As It Was,” which spent 15 weeks atop the Billboard Hot 100, “Late Night Talking,” and “Music for a Sushi Restaurant.” To support Harry’s House, Styles embarked on an 18-month world tour that included long residencies at New York’s Madison Square Garden and Los Angeles’ Kia Forum, according to Billboard and HITS Daily Double.

The timeline leading up to Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally. has been marked by subtle hints and public speculation. At the end of 2025, Styles surprised everyone by uploading a music video of himself performing the instrumental “Forever, Forever” on piano at the final “Love on Tour” date in Reggio Emilia, Italy, in July 2023. The clip concluded with the phrase “We belong together” flashing on the screen, a message that would later become central to the album’s marketing campaign, as detailed by Variety.

While the official tracklist remains under wraps, the disco and dance themes teased in promotional materials—and that clock with hands pointing to “Disco”—suggest that Styles is ready to experiment with new sounds and styles. The anticipation has been building, not just among fans but also in the music industry, as insiders speculate about the direction of his latest work.

Adding to the excitement are rumors swirling about a new tour. Although nothing has been officially confirmed, reports suggest that Styles may return to iconic venues like Madison Square Garden and the Kia Forum for another series of extended runs later in 2026. There’s even talk that he could perform at the Grammys next month, though, as HITS Daily Double points out, these details remain unverified for now.

Styles’ creative partnership with Kid Harpoon has become a hallmark of his solo career. The producer, who also helmed 2019’s Fine Line and Styles’ 2017 self-titled debut, is credited with helping Styles evolve from boy-band heartthrob to critically acclaimed solo artist. Their approach, as Kid Harpoon described to Rolling Stone, is to chase the unexpected and keep the music fresh—an ethos that seems alive and well in this latest project.

For fans, the wait for new music has felt long. More than 1,300 days have passed since the release of Harry’s House, and the appetite for fresh material is palpable. Social media has been abuzz with speculation, fan theories, and excitement ever since Styles began dropping hints about his next era. The announcement of “Aperture” and Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally. has only intensified the fervor, with pre-orders and merchandise sales reflecting the singer’s enduring popularity.

As the clock ticks down to the release of “Aperture,” one thing is certain: Harry Styles remains a master of the pop spectacle, blending artistry, mystery, and genuine connection with his audience. With a new album on the horizon, a rumored tour, and a fresh batch of songs ready to see the light, Styles is once again inviting the world to join him on a musical journey—one that promises to be as unpredictable and dazzling as ever.

With “Aperture” set to open the door to a new chapter in Styles’ career, fans and industry watchers alike are bracing for what’s next. If history is any guide, it’s bound to be a moment worth waiting for.