Overview

• Ed Sheeran's upcoming album 'Play,' the first in a new series, will be released on September 12 via Gingerbread Man Records and Atlantic Records.
• 'Old Phone,' a nostalgic single inspired by memories on a retired iPhone, was released alongside the album announcement.
• The album features global influences, including Persian and Indian sounds, with tracks like 'Azizam' and Sheeran incorporating instruments like the tabla and sitar.
• 'Play' was recorded across various global locations and finalized in Goa, India, reflecting Sheeran's exploration of joy and cultural diversity after a difficult personal period.
• A European stadium tour in support of 'Play' begins May 30 in Madrid, with rising artist Myles Smith as the opening act.