James Arthur has announced the release of his fifth studio album, Bitter Sweet Love, out 26 January 2024 via Columbia records.

Within days of finishing his U.S tour, Aruthur began sessions with various producers to see who would click with his vision. His last stop was in L.A, where he linked up with Steve Solomon, with whom he co-wrote his 2016 hit ‘Say You Won’t Let Go’.

Back in the U.K, Arthur tried to write with more producers, but couldn’t find the same bond he had with Solomon, who subsequently flew to London to finish the album at Miloco Studios.

I’m beyond happy to finally be sharing this news with you... My new album ‘Bitter Sweet Love’ is available for pre-order today!! 🙏🏻 Pre-order from my store to receive early access to something special coming soon... https://t.co/nVPxnxFwdi pic.twitter.com/mruVN2uY2R

— James Arthur (@JamesArthur23) September 8, 2023

Arthur has already signalled his return with the tracks ‘Blindside’ and ‘A Year Ago’ , he is one of the world’s biggest streaming artists, with over 38 million monthly listeners on Spotify alone.

The Middlesbrough-born, Brit Billion-certified singer has scored 4 top 10 albums, with 2016’s Back From The Edge hitting the Number 1 spot.

Over his career has collaborated with the likes of Anne-Marie, Sigala, Rudimental, Marshmello & many more.

“The more albums you make and the more success you have, the more the pressure tends to be upon you,” said Arthur.  “But I genuinely felt like a kid again, just making music I loved, not worried about trying to please everyone.”