Arca Announces New Album XXXXX, First Full-Length in Nearly Five Years

Arca has announced a new album, XXXXX, expected to arrive within a week and a half of the announcement. It will be her first full-length record since kiCK iiiii, released nearly five years ago. The news was first reported by Stereogum on Sunday, July 20, 2026.

Background

Since kiCK iiiii, Arca hasn't gone quiet — she's released a string of singles, including "Puta," "Sola," and "Chama" with Dominican artist Tokischa.

On the production side, she's taken on several high-profile mixing and production credits, including work on Madonna's upcoming album Confessions II.

Release Details

• 📀 Album title: XXXXX
• 🗓 Expected release: late July 2026, roughly a week and a half after the announcement
• 💿 Label / other details: not yet announced