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Tyla gives fans a taste of her sophomore album with London listening party

3 months By Chumasande Matiwane

South African music sensation Tyla is building anticipation for her highly anticipated sophomore album, A*POP, after hosting an exclusive listening party in London, looking stunning as always.

Also see: Tyla joins Shakira’s upcoming US tour in major career milestone 

The intimate event brought together industry insiders, media personalities, creatives and selected guests for a first listen to her upcoming project, marking another significant milestone in her rapidly growing international career. 

The Grammy-winning popstar has spent the past year expanding her global presence, earning recognition for her unique blend of amapiano, pop and R&B. 

Following the success of her self-titled debut album and chart-topping singles, fans have eagerly awaited news of her next musical chapter. 

Also see: Tyla to headline the 2026 AT&T WNBA All-Star halftime show 

The London listening party

The listening party offered attendees an early glimpse into the new album, with guests describing the project as a bold evolution of Tyla’s signature sound.  

While staying true to the infectious rhythms that introduced her to the world, the new music is said to explore fresh sonic influences, personal storytelling and a more mature artistic direction. 

Tyla took the alternative route and featured some of Mzansi’s best artists, from Mawhoo to Liquiddeep. 

It seems this album reflects Tyla’s growing influence on the international music scene.  

Hosting the listening session in one of the world’s leading music capitals underscores her continued rise as a global star and highlights the increasing worldwide demand for African music. 

With the London listening party generating early buzz, expectations for Tyla’s sophomore album are higher than ever.  

As fans await its official release next week, the project is already shaping up to be one of the most anticipated albums of the year, promising to further cement her place among the world’s leading music stars. 

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Also see: Tyla to headline the 2026 AT&T WNBA All-Star halftime show 

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