Instagram/Charli XCX Music Charli XCX announces a rock reinvention on her new album, a bold creative departure from her dance-pop roots. Read the exclusive in British Vogue. April 17, 2026 AceShowbiz - Charli XCX is preparing to unveil her eighth studio album, marking a significant shift from her previous dance-oriented music toward a more rock-centric sound. This transition was revealed in a recent British Vogue cover story, where the British pop artist described the project as a "rock reinvention.