The Weeknd Officially Confirms Date For Highly Anticipated  Album

Over the weekend, The Weeknd teased fans of his upcoming “Dawn FM” album coming soon.

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Many believed that Dawn FM would be out on January 3

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Weeknd has now released a trailer, in anticipation for the album.

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Weeknd also confirmed that the release date will be January 7.

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Weeknd originally hinted at the album being titled “The Dawn.”

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Weeknd confirmed that Dawn FM was completed, several months ago.

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Weeknd’s last album came in March 2020, with “After Hours.”

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Weeknd is aiming for his fourth straight number one album.

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Weeknd also has three 2022 Grammy nominations.

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