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ALBUM OF THE MONTH: THE WEEKND - HURRY UP TOMORROW

January 9, 2025

They say good things come in threes, and Hurry Up Tomorrow is no exception. The Weeknd’s latest release wraps up his iconic trilogy that began with After Hours and continued with Dawn FM. This final chapter takes his signature blend of melancholic R&B and cinematic synthwave to even greater emotional depths, leaning into themes of redemption, loss, and self-reflection - all carried by Abel Tesfaye’s unmistakable falsetto.


There’s plenty to unpack on this album. Timeless, a brooding collaboration with Playboi Carti, and Sao Paulo, where Anitta’s sultry vocals meet lush Latin rhythms, are just two of the standout tracks. The album perfects the sound The Weeknd has cultivated over this trilogy - atmospheric and reflective, a soundtrack for late-night introspection.


For vinyl lovers, there’s something extra to look forward to. Hurry Up Tomorrow will be available Via Universal Music as an indie exclusive clear vinyl, complete with another iconic album cover. The album drops on January 24th, so be sure to grab a copy from your favourite local indie record shop!

Celebrate this incredible trilogy and the end of a significant era in music history. Take the time to savour it, we’ve come a long way together.

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The Weeknd’s racked up more billion-streamed tracks than anyone else. Let’s break down some of the hits that have helped him get there:



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Blinding Lights (After Hours)

If there’s one song that defines The Weeknd’s career, it’s Blinding Lights. That irresistible synth line feels like it’s straight out of the '80s but somehow still ahead of its time. It’s the kind of song that works anywhere - on the dance floor, in the car, or just stuck in your head for days. No wonder it smashed streaming records and became a global anthem.


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House of Balloons/Glass Table Girls (House of Balloons)

This is where it all started. House of Balloons/Glass Table Girls is dark, moody, and unapologetically raw. Like stepping into a blurry afterparty you’re not sure you should be at, but you can’t leave, and don’t want to.


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Take My Breath (Dawn FM)

Pure disco magic. The beat pulls you in, the synths shimmer, and The Weeknd’s falsetto takes it to another level. It’s smooth, hypnotic, and just the right amount of retro. 



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Starboy (Feat. Daft Punk) (Starboy)

This track is The Weeknd’s ‘I’ve arrived’ moment. Teaming up with Daft Punk, Starboy is sleek, futuristic, and dripping with confidence. The beat’s simple but so effective, and the hook is unforgettable. It’s a flex, but it’s also a peek into the darkside of fame - delivered with style, of course.



The Hills (Beauty Behind the Madness)

The Hills is The Weeknd at his darkest and most honest. That eerie opening, the thunderous bass - it all pulls you into a confession that feels uncomfortably real. It’s raw, it’s vulnerable, and it hits hard, which is probably why fans keep coming back to it.



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