Bruno Mars Returns: 'The Romantic' Drops Feb 27

Bruno Mars is making a highly anticipated return to the music scene with his new album, 'The Romantic,' scheduled for release on Friday, February 27. This marks his first solo album in a decade, following the success of his 2014 release, '24k Magic,' and his more recent project with Anderson .Paak as Silk Sonic. The nine-track album is poised to be a nostalgic journey, deeply inspired by the smooth sounds of '70s and '80s soul music, with specific nods to Philly soul and quiet storm genres.

'The Romantic' arrives with an already established hit, 'I Just Might,' which debuted at the No. 1 position on the Billboard Hot 100. While previous works often blended influences into modern productions, this album appears to be Mars' most direct homage to his musical forebearers. Listeners can expect lush love songs that capture the essence of classic artists like The O'Jays and Curtis Mayfield, infused with Latin rock influences.