Overview

• Ed Sheeran's next album, 'Play,' is confirmed for release on September 12, 2025.
• The album features the recently introduced track 'Old Phone' and the Persian-influenced song 'Azizam.'
• This release signifies Sheeran's shift away from naming albums after mathematical symbols, a hallmark of his earlier works.
• Sheeran describes 'Play' as an exploration of new musical territory, expanding his artistic range.
• He has revealed plans for a conceptual series of future albums titled 'Pause,' 'Rewind,' 'Fast Forward,' and 'Stop.'