The Kid Laroi Announces Surprise Album Drop And US Tour

The Kid Laroi Announces Surprise Album Drop And US Tour...

Australian rapper and singer The Kid Laroi has sent fans into a frenzy with the unexpected announcement of his new album, The First Time 2, and a 2026 US tour. The 22-year-old artist revealed the news early Friday via social media, confirming the album will release next week alongside tour dates spanning major cities like Los Angeles, New York, and Chicago.

The announcement comes after months of speculation about Laroi's next project, following his record-breaking 2024 debut The First Time. Fans immediately flooded Twitter and TikTok with reactions, pushing the hashtag #KidLaroiAlbum to the top of US trends. Pre-sale tickets for the tour will go live Monday, with general sales opening April 18.

Industry analysts note the timing capitalizes on Laroi's recent resurgence, including his viral Coachella performance last month. His label, Columbia Records, confirmed collaborations with Post Malone and Ice Spice on the album. The tour kicks off in September, with stops in 25 cities before wrapping in December.

This marks Laroi's first full US tour since 2023, when he canceled dates due to vocal strain. Promoters have already added second nights in several markets due to overwhelming demand. The artist last topped charts with his Justin Bieber-assisted hit "Stay," which spent seven weeks at No. 1 in 2021.