Underscores Details New Album U

Recording artist April Harper Grey, performing under the moniker Underscores, revealed the official tracklist and release date for her third studio album, *U*, on February 27, 2026. The album is scheduled to hit shelves via Mom + Pop Music on March 20, 2026, concluding a nearly year-long period of anticipation and promotional teasing by the artist. Grey created the nine-track project as a soundscape for commercial environments, citing malls, airports, and hotels as the specific locations where she intends this music to be heard, noting that she wrote the songs with a specific focus on the 'U' in the audience. The new record is led by the previously released singles "Music," "Do It," and "Tell Me (U Want It)," which have already garnered significant attention and critical acclaim. Notably, the track "Music" was featured at No. 45 on The 100 Best Songs of 2025, helping to build momentum for this upcoming release. According to the press materials accompanying the announcement, the inspiration for the album’s atmosphere was drawn so directly from these public transit and shopping centers that at least one song was physically written inside the Mall of America, emphasizing the artist's commitment to the thematic core of the record. The tracklist for *U* offers a diverse range of titles, starting with the opener "Tell Me (U Want It)" and running through to the closer "Wish U Well." In between, fans can expect tracks such as "Hollywood Forever," "The Peace," "Innuendo (I Get U)," and "Lovefield," which round out the album's structure. With the announcement, Underscores also unveiled the cover art, solidifying the visual identity of the project which is now available for pre-order, including special editions retailing for around $33 at outlets like Rough Trade.