With Sabrina Carpenter’s new album Manchild out and the finale of The Summer I Turned Pretty behind us, the internet suddenly feels a little quieter. Even though I find myself rolling my eyes at this type of online discourse, part of me still misses it. To fill this void, I went down a rabbit hole to find some of the upcoming events that the pop culture girls can look forward to. From new album releases to brand new TV shows, we’ve got a lot to look forward to, girls!
If you’re anything like me, anticipating new music is essential to my media diet. Luckily, by the time this article is out, a whole wave of new music will be dropping too. On September 26, pop fans will be treated to back-to-back releases from Doja Cat, Mariah Carey, Zara Larsson, and Little Mix’s Perrie Edwards.
Doja Cat will be dropping her highly anticipated album Vie. Mariah Carey is set to make her comeback after seven years with Here For It All. Zara Larson is releasing Midnight Sun, which fans have high hopes for. Little Mix’s Perrie Edwards is stepping out solo for the first time with her debut album Perrie.
I can’t wait to see the unique sounds and energy each of these artists brings to the table to wrap up this month.
Taylor Swift’s new album, The Life of a Showgirl, is set to premiere on October 3. On August 12, Swift shocked the world by revealing her 12th album on Jason and Travis Kelce’s podcast.
While her last album, The Tortured Poets Department, had a solemn and melancholy feel, this record promises a return to vibrant, pop-driven anthems with a theatrical twist.
To celebrate the release, Swift is planning a theatrical event called The Official Release Party of a Showgirl, to be shown in theatres from October 3-5. It will include the world premiere of the music video for “The Fate of Ophelia,” behind-the-scenes footage, lyric videos, and her reflections on the songs.
Demi Lovato is also set to come back with her ninth album, It’s Not That Deep, releasing on October 24. The album is executively produced by Zhone and features 11 tracks. Zhone is known to work alongside artists like Charli XCX and Troye Sivan.
This album is supposed to move into the world of dance-pop and electronic beats, different from her past projects, which leaned into a heavier, rock style. Lovato has said this record reflects a happier, freer chapter in her life. I think a lot of us could use this as a break from all the sad music constantly playing through our AirPods.
Some of the most talked-about upcoming albums don’t even have release dates yet, and that is only making the hype stronger. Rihanna’s long-awaited R9 is at the top of everyone’s wish list.
While Azealia Banks’ Fantasea II: The Second Wave has fans curious to see what direction she’ll take next. Lana Del Rey is also set to return in January 2026, and fans have a lot to say about the album title of Stove. Meanwhile, Madonna is teasing a huge comeback with Confessions on a Dance Floor Part 2 in 2026.
Let’s be real, a good TV show to anticipate is a must. Luckily, we’ve got plenty of new and returning shows to keep us preoccupied.
Emily in Paris will be returning to Netflix for Season 5 on December 18, 2025, with all 10 episodes dropping at once. Lily Collins will be returning as Emily, but Camille, played by Camille Razat, will not be returning. This season, Emily will be in Venice and Rome, promising beautiful scenery and loads of new fashion, drama, and romance.
Stranger Things will be coming back to Netflix on November 26 with Episodes 1-4. Episodes 5-7 will drop on December 25, and the grand finale will follow on December 31. The stakes are higher than ever as this crazy series comes to a close.
One episode in particular, titled “The Turnbow Trap,” is being hyped as “logistically insane” by Ross Duffer, who is teasing the new season on his Instagram. It’s directed by Frank Darabont, who came out of retirement for it. Speculation over how the story will conclude has already taken off, and the discussion is far from over.
Pop culture queen Rachel Sennott is bringing her comedic talents to a brand-new series on HBO. Sennott had been teasing this show for months, and on August 26, we finally got the name and release date.
I Love LA is set to air on November 2, with weekly episodes leading up to the December 21 finale. Created, written, and executive produced by Sennott, the comedy follows a codependent friend group reuniting and navigating how time apart, ambition, and new relationships have changed them.
The cast list for this show includes Sennott herself, Odessa A’zion, Jordan Firstman, True Whitaker, and Josh Hutcherson, with guest appearances from Leighton Meester, Elijah Wood, and more. I can’t wait to watch this one.
Then there are the TV shows that fans are patiently waiting to return to their screens. The White Lotus is confirmed for another season, but does not have a set release date. The White Lotus is one of those shows that just gets crazier with each season. Fans wonder what creator, writer, and director Mike White could possibly have in store for the fourth season.
Euphoria fans have waited three years for its return, and it is speculated to come back in the spring of 2026. Season 2 ended on a shocking cliffhanger, and fans can’t wait to see how everything unfolds in season 3.
The online discourse never stops. When one thing wraps up, there’s always something new for everyone to obsess over. Whether that’s a controversial album cover or absolutely insane fan theories, the pop culture fandom never rests. It’s safe to say that the next few months are filled with music, shows, and moments that will get us talking nonstop.