Ed Sheeran has another album almost ‘ready to go’

September 10, 2025- Radio 854 Music News:

Ed Sheeran Reveals His Next Album Rewind Is Almost “Ready to Go” — But Fans Will Have to Wait

As fans gear up for the release of Ed Sheeran’s eighth studio album Play—dropping on September 12, 2025 —the singer-songwriter has already teased a sneak peek at what’s coming next: an album titled Rewind, which he says is nearly complete.

In a recent interview, Ed unveiled that he and his team crafted Play and Rewind simultaneously. He shared, “‘I made Play and Rewind at the same time, and we finished Play first because it felt like the most exciting one. So Rewind is, I’d say, two months off being totally locked and loaded and ready to go.’”

Thematically, Ed describes the two albums as “twin albums,” each exploring different creative directions. While Play leans into nostalgia and vibrant, celebratory sounds—including cross-cultural experiments with Indian influences—Rewind takes on its own unique identity, diving deeper into that nostalgic vein.

Still, don’t expect Rewind to drop right after Play hits the shelves. In fact, Ed suggests it’s unlikely to be released until sometime within the next 18 months, offering fans a longer, eagerly awaited journey.

What This Means for Radio 854 Listeners

• Double the excitement ahead: With two albums in the works, listeners can anticipate a wealth of new music. Play, with singles like “Azizam,” “Old Phone,” “Sapphire,” and “A Little More,” sets the stage.

• Cultural resonance & creative breadth: Ed’s bold experimentation—blending Persian, Punjabi, and nostalgic motifs—signals that Rewind could offer both sonic familiarity and fresh innovation.

• Strategic rollout: With Rewind being almost done but not yet due, Radio 854 can build anticipation with teasers, exclusive previews, and countdowns leading up to its official release.