The anticipation is building: could Harry Styles be poised for a grand return this summer with new music and shows? After a relatively quiet period following his highly successful "Love On Tour" and the release of his Grammy-winning album, Harry's House, in May 2022, recent activity suggests that the singer may be gearing up for a major comeback.
The most recent sign pointing towards Styles' return is the surprise release of an 8-minute cinematic video titled "Forever, Forever" on December 27, 2025. This video, which revisits the final night of his "Love On Tour" in Italy in July 2023, marks his first music release in over two years and concludes with the words "We belong together". This cryptic message has sent fans into overdrive, with many interpreting it as a teaser for a new album and a potential 2026 tour.
Adding fuel to the fire, rumors of a fourth studio album, often referred to as "HS4" by fans, have been circulating for months. An Australian radio show has reported that Styles has completed the album and is planning a world tour in 2026. While there has been no official confirmation from Styles himself, speculation intensified after he was spotted with his bandmates, manager Jeff Azoff, and producer Kid Harpoon at RAK Music Studios in London in March 2024.
Adding to the excitement, an insider on X (formerly Twitter), known for previously accurate leaks, suggested that Styles would release a lead single in January 2026, followed by a full album between March and April. Further fueling speculation, Ed Sheeran has reportedly heard parts of the new album, describing it as "quality". The album may be titled Harry's Gallery, inspired by Styles' use of a digital camera to capture photos of fans. Some fans are also urging others to "start saving those coins" for a possible tour in mid-2026, with whispers of a residency at Wembley Stadium.
While specific dates and locations remain unconfirmed, the possibility of live performances is also generating considerable buzz. Some fans have speculated that Styles might headline Glastonbury Festival in 2027, following the festival's fallow year in 2026. Other rumors suggest a possible residency at The Sphere in Las Vegas.
Despite the excitement, some fans are also interpreting the "Forever, Forever" video as a possible farewell, suggesting that Styles might be stepping back from music to focus on other projects. However, the prevailing sentiment is one of anticipation for new music and live shows.
With the surprise release of "Forever, Forever," the reports of a completed album, and the persistent rumors of a 2026 tour, it seems increasingly likely that Harry Styles will be making a significant return to the music scene this year. Whether this will include a new album, a world tour, or perhaps even a residency remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: the world is watching and waiting for Harry Styles' next move.
