News · 6 August 2026

A$AP Rocky confirms Rihanna is making new music in the studio

A$AP Rocky has confirmed that his partner, Rihanna, is currently recording new music in the studio. A$AP Rocky's remarks on The Jason Lee podcast on Wednesday indicated that Rihanna is working on a new album, using the term "cooking." She has not released a full album since "Anti" in 2016.

By BriefTea Editorial · 6 August 2026 at 8:40

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