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Ariana Grande Returns With Cutting and Reflective New Album ‘Petal’: A Track-by-Track Breakdown

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Ariana Grande Returns With Cutting and Reflective New Album ‘Petal’: A Track-by-Track Breakdown
Ariana Grande Returns With Cutting and Reflective New Album ‘Petal’: A Track-by-Track Breakdown
The pop superstar leans into the synth and the introspection on her new 12-track album.
New York Post
New York Post2 hrs ago
Fans are convinced Ariana Grande spills on Ricky Alvarez reunion in steamy ‘Petal’ song ‘Bad Thing (Bunny Hop)’
The singer and her ex-backup dancer initially dated between 2015 and 2016. Page Six confirmed earlier this month that they are back together.
Ariana Grande: Petal review – calm, controlled anger at exes, fans and the media
(Republic) Casting herself as a flower trampled underfoot, the superstar’s eighth album swaps the ​glitz of her Wicked years ​f​or dark blooms of haunted electronics ‘Tell me who’s to blame?” Ariana Grande asks, exasperated, on the title track of her eighth album, Petal. “Is it the people or myself?” As bleary, fuzzed
Billboard
Billboard3 hrs ago
Ariana Grande (Literally) Hacks Away at Her Critics in Gory ‘Petal’ Music Video: Watch
7/31/2026 The star is done being told she's "not good enough." Ariana Grande is weeding people’s criticisms out of her life — literally. In the music video for “Petal,” the title track of her new album that dropped on Friday (July 31), the Wicked actress reclaims her narrative by taking a garden chainsaw to a group of
9to5Mac
9to5Mac4 hrs ago
Shazam launches its first ever sticker pack to celebrate Ariana Grande’s new album
The Apple-owned Shazam app today announced its first ever Artist Sticker Pack, available for free as part of the latest update to the Shazam app. The sticker pack is celebrating the global release of Ariana Grande’s new album petal.
NYT Arts
NYT Arts5 hrs ago
Ariana Grande ‘Petal’ Album Review: The Pitfalls of Fame
The singer’s new album, “Petal,” finds her dissatisfied with fame, but offers few details on exactly why.
indy100
indy10010 hrs ago
What are critics saying about Ariana Grande's new album, Petal?
Ariana Grande's eight studio album Petal is out now, and critics have been sharing their thoughts on the pop star's latest project.
Liverpool Echo
Liverpool Echo10 hrs ago
Fans brave the elements for special Ariana Grande items at HMV Liverpool
What's OnMusic & NightlifeGigs and FestivalsFans stood strong despite rain falling over the city10:19, 31 Jul 2026Ariana Grande fans braved the elements at Williamson Square for the release of the star's new album, Petal. Those first in line could receive free bookmarks and stickers on a first come, first served basis.
Ariana Grande’s new album Petal branded ‘an old fashioned triumph’
The 33-year-old American singer released her eighth studio album on Friday.
Irish News
Irish News11 hrs ago
Ariana Grande’s new album Petal branded ‘an old fashioned triumph’
The 33-year-old American singer released her eighth studio album on Friday.
Variety
Variety15 hrs ago
Ariana Grande’s ‘Petal’ Introduces an Angry and Angular Ari: Album Review
On the surface, Ariana Grande’s “Petal” is a sister album to its predecessor, 2024’s “Eternal Sunshine” — it was made with the same two collaborators, Ilya Salmanzadeh and Max Martin, and it also was entirely written, performed and produced by the three of them. Usually, that formula means a chapter two: more of the sa
Toronto Star
Toronto Star15 hrs ago
Music Review: Ariana Grande’s ‘Petal’ displays a pop star at her most restrained
Music Review: Ariana Grande’s ‘Petal’ displays a pop star at her most restrained  Toronto Star
Music Review: Ariana Grande's 'Petal' displays a pop star at her most restrained
NEW YORK (AP) — Gone is the big-belter Ariana Grande. On "Petal," her eighth studio album and first full-length release since both the end of her "Wicked" run and 2024's "Eternal Sunshine," the pop powerhouse looks inward across 12 tracks of real restraint.Lead single "Hate That I Made You Love Me," with its muted rece
Rolling Stone
Rolling Stone16 hrs ago
There’s No Ariana Grande Like Pissed-Off Ariana Grande. Her New Album Proves It
Rage is all over the pop superstar’s eighth LP, Petal — and it suits her
The Times
The Times16 hrs ago
Ariana Grande: Petal review — an old-fashioned triumph for the Wicked star
Ariana Grande: Petal review — an old-fashioned triumph for the Wicked star  The Times
Guardians' Jose Ramirez proves there's no one in MLB quite like him
Jose Ramirez is truly one of one.This diminutive, switch-hitting infielder who was supposed to be a utility man without a lot of power has instead turned into maybe the best player to ever wear a Cleveland baseball hat.But even with that journey in mind, there are still so many things that make Jose a player unlike any
CBS News
CBS News3 days ago
Ariana Grande files lawsuit alleging hackers stole her unreleased music
In a new lawsuit, Ariana Grande alleges unidentified hackers caused "irreparable harm" to her career and stole her unreleased music, photos and videos. She's asking the court to force internet providers to identify them.
MyJoyOnline
MyJoyOnline3 days ago
Ariana Grande sues hackers who leaked music and videos
Pop star Ariana Grande has filed a lawsuit against two unidentified hackers who, she claims, leaked unreleased music and studio footage after gaining access to her collaborators' computers.
BBC Entertainment
BBC Entertainment🏁 first to report3 days ago
Ariana Grande sues hackers who leaked music and videos
The pop star is suing to discover the identity of hackers who obtained unreleased photos and songs.