Adam Levine Confirms New Maroon 5 Album On The Tonight Show

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Adam Levine dropped exciting news on Monday night’s episode of The Tonight Show (April 7), confirming that Maroon 5 will be releasing a new album this year. Appearing on the show with host Jimmy Fallon, Levine acknowledged the circulating rumors and confirmed, “I am gonna confirm the rumors are true,” to cheers from the studio audience. While keeping many details under wraps, Levine shared that the band plans to drop a new single by the end of the month, with the full album expected to arrive in the summer. A tour is also on the horizon, loosely planned for the fall.

Though specifics are still sparse, this announcement marks the band’s return since their 2021 album Jordi. The upcoming single will also be their first new release since 2023’s “Middle Ground.” Levine’s excitement was palpable as he hinted at the new project, though he remained cautious about revealing too much too soon.

Levine also reminisced about the early days of collaborating with producer Benny Blanco, recounting how Blanco was instrumental in pushing him to write songs on his own. Levine reflected on the time Blanco introduced him to the demo for “Moves Like Jagger”—the 2011 Billboard Hot 100 number one hit that became one of Maroon 5’s signature songs. Blanco’s influence, Levine noted, marked a turning point in his creative process, as he started experimenting with songwriting outside of the band’s usual collaborative structure.

Maroon 5 has been a staple in the pop and rock scene since the early 2000s, making their mark with their debut album Songs About Jane in 2002. Known for hits like “This Love,” “She Will Be Loved,” and “Harder to Breathe,” the album was a commercial success and established the group’s soulful pop-rock sound. Since then, they have released seven studio albums, with Jordi being the latest. Over the years, their sound has evolved from rock-infused pop to incorporating more electronic and R&B elements.

Their most recent album, Jordi (2021), paid tribute to the band’s late manager, Jordan Feldstein. It featured collaborations with Megan Thee Stallion on “Beautiful Mistakes” and with blackbear on “Echo.” The album received mixed reviews but showcased the band’s willingness to experiment with modern pop trends.

Recently, Levine has remained active in the music scene, despite not releasing new material with Maroon 5 since 2023. He has appeared on various television shows and maintained a presence as a coach on The Voice, where he continues to influence aspiring singers. His recent appearance on The Tonight Show marks a renewed chapter for the band as they gear up for their next big release.

Fans of Maroon 5 can look forward to the new single dropping at the end of the month and the highly anticipated album set to follow this summer. As anticipation builds, the return of Maroon 5 promises to be a major event in the pop music world.