Miley Cyrus enters a new chapter with “Bass Persuades,” the first single and title track from her upcoming tenth studio album. Released alongside a dance-driven video directed by longtime collaborator Mert Alas, the song presents a more electronic, movement-focused side of the singer while reflecting on the growing distance between people and the physical experience of music.

The track draws from the energy of 1980s-inspired synth-pop, combining pulsing production with lyrics that encourage listeners to step away from their screens and return to the simplicity of dancing.

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The accompanying visual expands that idea. Opening with Cyrus in a leather-inspired look, the video gradually builds from an intimate performance into a larger celebration of movement, with dancers joining her as the the energy spills into the city streets. The choreography becomes the focus, reinforcing the song’s invitation to experience music physically rather than simply consume it through a screen.

“Bass Persuades” also introduces a shift in how Cyrus presents herself. For this era, she is using only “Miley” as her artist name, marking a fresh identity alongside the release of the new record. The album follows Something Beautiful (2025), adding another musical turn to Cyrus’ career, which has moved through pop, rock and country.

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The song also looks back to a time when MTV was a major way people discovered music. Cyrus contrasts that with modern habit of being glued to phones and screens. The result is a track that looks back without becoming trapped in the past.

The new album also reflects a more personal period in Cyrus’ life. In an interview with Wonderland, she described the record as a layered love story, explaining that her recent work has been influenced by a sense of personal growth and a more peaceful approach to relationships.

With “Bass Persuades,” Cyrus is not attempting to erase the different versions of herself that came before. Instead, she builds on them, creating a chapter centred on performance, rhythm, and the emotional release that comes from letting music take control.

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“Still” has an 1980s-inspired feel, and what makes it different from other Karol G songs is that it does not follow the usual reggaeton sound she is known for. Instead, she switched into emotional pop and R&B, which gave the song a softer sound that suits its theme of love and heartbreak. Bruno Mars’ vocals fit naturally into the song, with two singers trading lines about holding on to feelings after a relationship ends.

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While the song has received praise, some listeners feel that its production leans into the familiar Bruno Mars sound, making parts of it feel a bit predictable. Though, the combination of both singers and the emotional subject of the song made “Still” one of the popular hits from Karol G’s new album.

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The song also made its live debut at Bruno Mars’ SoFi Stadium concert in Los Angeles on August 15, where Karol joined him onstage. The show was later included in the official music video, which moves between black-and-white backstage footage and color clips from the live performance.

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Karol G explained on August 7 that “Still” was not simply an attempt to make an English-language song. She said the track expressed exactly what she was feeling at the time and came to her naturally.

Miley Cyrus is set to release her 10th studio album, Bass Persuades, on September 18 via Atlantic Records. The album follows Something Beautiful, released in May 2025, and comes after Cyrus’ move from Columbia Records to Atlantic.

The album announcement arrived on September 1 following several days of teasers across Cyrus’ social media accounts. The campaign also introduced a change to her professional name: she is now being billed simply as Miley, dropping “Cyrus” from her artist name.

The record had already been taking shape before its formal announcement. In an interview for Wonderland’s Summer 2026 issue, Cyrus revealed that the album contains 10 songs and described it as a love story. Her definition of love, however, extends beyond romantic relationships. She spoke about being in a more peaceful place with herself and how that relationship has influenced the way she connects with other people.

Maxx Morando, Cyrus’ fiancé and the drummer of Liily, is among the musicians involved in the album. Cyrus has previously collaborated with Morando on her music, including material from Endless Summer Vacation. She told Wonderland that the musicians involved in the new record also contributed to the songwriting process.

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The visual identity

Cyrus had established a visual direction for the album before recording was finished. Speaking to Wonderland, she said she knew the record would contain 10 songs and had a general sense of its sound and concept. She also identified red as an important colour for the project and mentioned a leather hat among the imagery she had in mind.

Alastair McKimm, who worked with Cyrus on her Wonderland cover, was involved in developing the visual direction. The official album cover, photographed by Mert Alas, features a black-and-white portrait of Miley with a rose held between her lips.

“Bass Persuades”

The album’s title track serves as its lead single. Released on September 4, “Bass Persuades” arrives with an accompanying video directed by Mert Alas.

The song leans into dance and electronic influences, with prominent bass, synth-driven production and an Eighties-inspired sound. Its release also clarifies the musical direction hinted at during the early stages of the album campaign, when Cyrus appeared in promotional footage playing a black Fender Stratocaster.

The video continues the campaign’s fashion-focused imagery. Cyrus appears in leather-heavy styling and performs through a series of dance-centred scenes. Her wardrobe includes a black Fleur du Mal convertible bra, hot pants and high platform heels, alongside leather gloves, a biker cap and patent-leather footwear.

The complete tracklist

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The album consists of 10 tracks:

1. Bass Persuades
2. Different Religion (feat. Model/Actriz)
3. Let’s Get Married
4. Orbit
5. Aftermath
6. REDLIGHTS
7. Neon Signs (feat. Andrew Wyatt of Miike Snow)
8. Innocent Ways
9. Snow
10. Bass Persuades Remixx

The record includes collaborations with Model/Actriz and Andrew Wyatt of Miike Snow, while the final track is a remix of the title song.

Two nights at the Hollywood Bowl

To accompany the album release, Miley will perform two shows at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on October 16 and October 18. Model/Actriz will join her as special guest for both performances.

The concerts will be a significant return to the stage for Cyrus. She performed at Spotify’s Billions Club Live event in Paris in June 2025, while the Hollywood Bowl dates mark the first announced shows connected to the Bass Persuades era.

The venue also carries personal significance for Cyrus. She has described the Hollywood Bowl as her favourite place to experience music and noted that, despite attending performances there many times, she had never previously performed on its stage.

An American Express presale begins September 8, followed by an artist presale on September 9 and general ticket sales on September 10. The shows are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. local time.

What comes after Something Beautiful

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Bass Persuades follows a busy period for Cyrus. Her previous album, Something Beautiful, was released in May 2025 and later received a deluxe edition. She has also remained involved in projects connected to Avatar: Fire and Ash and the 20th anniversary of Hannah Montana.

The new album also arrives after several significant milestones in her recording career. Cyrus won the Grammy for Best Country Duo/Group Performance for “II MOST WANTED,” her collaboration with Beyoncé, following the success of “Flowers.”

The album announcement came shortly after the death of Cyrus’ godmother, Dolly Parton, who died on August 25 at age 80 following a battle with cancer. Cyrus subsequently paid tribute to Parton and reflected on their relationship. While Parton’s influence on Cyrus is well established, there has been no announcement that Bass Persuades is a tribute album to her.

For now, the album’s details are clear: 10 tracks, two featured collaborations, a title-track remix, a September 18 release date and two October performances at the Hollywood Bowl. The campaign also brings a simplified professional name and a visual identity shaped around the imagery Cyrus began developing months before the album was announced.