The Wow! Signal (album)
2026 studio album by Muse
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The Wow! Signal is the upcoming tenth studio album by the English rock band Muse, due to be released on 26 June 2026.
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| Released | 26 June 2026 | |||
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| Length | 45:25 | |||
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A concept album exploring interstellar themes, The Wow! Signal is inspired by a 1977 narrowband radio signal of the same name that was reported to have suggested the existence of intelligent extraterrestrial life. According to frontman Matt Bellamy, the album explores themes of "cosmic mystery" and the "possibility of contact with something far greater than ourselves."[1]
Background
In February 2025, bassist Chris Wolstenholme, said that Muse would soon enter the studio and that fans could expect a new album in 2026.[2] Muse began a European festival tour on 12 June 2025, and released the single "Unravelling" on 20 June.[3] In December 2025, frontman Matt Bellamy, announced across Muse's social media that the band had been working on new music throughout 2025.[4]
In January 2026, Muse cancelled shows in February across South Africa, India, and the United Arab Emirates due to "unforeseen circumstances".[5] Muse released the second single, "Be with You", on 19 March, and on the same day Muse announced the album title and release date of 26 June.[6] On 27 March, Muse announced a North American tour in support of the album, to commence in July.[7] They played a small show at London's Brixton Academy in April, during which they debuted the song "Cryogen" live, and later the same month released the song as the album's third single on 24 April 2026.[8][9][10] "Hexagons" was released as the album's fourth single on 19 May 2026.[11]
Track listing
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "The Dark Forest" | 5:15 | |
| 2. | "Nightshift Superstar" | 4:07 | |
| 3. | "Shimmering Scars" | 4:28 | |
| 4. | "Cryogen" | 5:01 | |
| 5. | "Be with You" |
| 3:35 |
| 6. | "Hexagons" | Bellamy | 5:26 |
| 7. | "The Sickness in You & I" | 4:17 | |
| 8. | "Unravelling" |
| 3:58 |
| 9. | "Hush" (feat. Ellie Goulding) | 3:55 | |
| 10. | "Space Debris" | 5:23 | |
| Total length: | 45:25 | ||