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Adele's New Album 2015: 11 Things To Expect From Her Next Record '25'
As the singer continues to slowly tease details of her new album, Capital takes a look at what the world can expect from the superstar's highly anticipated third record.
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1. 1. What is the release date for Adele's new studio album?
While Adele has yet to confirm an official release for her next record, 'Rumour Has It' she'll drop it sometime in 2015, though fresh reports this year suggest it may not be here until the latter end of the year! Sources told MBW that there was almost "no chance" it will arrive before the second half of 2015, with some rumours even suggesting it might not land until early 2016. Say it isn't so, Adele? Picture: Instagram
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2. 2. Is Lady Gaga joining Adele for an epic piano-led power ballad?
November 2014 saw rumours arrive that Adele is a HUGE Lady Gaga fan and wants to get in the studio with Mother Monster in early 2015 to see what they can come up with together. This could be a CLASSIC!
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3. 3. Will Adele and Beyonce record a song for it… written by Jay-Z?
Back in October 2014, rumours surfaced that Queen Bey and Adele chatted together about a potential team-up while on a racous night out in London, and that Jay-Z told the 'Someone Like You' star he'd already written a song with them in mind! Watch this space…
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4. 4. Don't expect any surprises from the album's title...
If her previous album names and this recent tweet is anything to go by, the recently-turned 26-year-old's third LP will be called - you've guessed it - '25'. And it could be arriving sooner than we think.
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5. 5. Song lyrics about her relationship... and becoming a mum to Angelo
Since the release of '21', she's settled down with boyfriend Simon Konecki and gave birth to her son Angelo, so expect to hear about some big life changes on her next record.
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6. 6. Plenty of power ballads... with the help of Phil Collins and OneRepublic's Ryan Tedder
Adele has teamed up with the Genesis star and the OneRepublic frontman for the collection, having previously worked with the latter on 'Rumour Has It' and 'Turning Tables' on '21'. In a recent interview, Tedder insisted: "I know I'll have to bring my A game, I know that much."
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7. 7. A possible duet with 'Purple Rain' singer Prince?
If reports are to be believed, the pair discussed working together after one his recent shows in London. That said, Adele's team were quick to play down the rumours, insisting she was there simply to enjoy the show.
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8. 8. Some SERIOUSLY big vocals!
According to Ryan Tedder, Adele is "sounding better than ever" in the studio, meaning we can expect to hear plenty more massive vocal performances from the star.
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9. 9. A song called 'Devil On My Shoulder'?
Fans speculated on the album's first single after a track called 'Devil On My Shoulder' was registered online against the singer's name and producer Greg Wells.
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10. 10. Some MASSIVE album sales once the record finally arrives
Her '21' album sold over 26 million copies worldwide, so expect her next LP to shift some BIG numbers after its release.
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11. 11. From Beyonce to John Legend and Wiz Khalifa... expect some superstar team-ups!
John Legend recently said that he reached out to the singer about recording a song, revealing: "I think that'll happen - it's just a matter of time." What's more, Rapper Wiz Khalifa has teamed up with Adele for his upcoming album 'Blacc Hollywood' and we're guessing he wouldn't be against returning the favour.
