Miley Cyrus's 'Bass Persuades': a Luminous yet Subtle Album

WHO:

TMZ - Miley Cyrus is the artist discussed in the articles.

WHAT:

Variety - The title track and first single from Miley Cyrus's album "Bass Persuades" was released two and a half weeks prior to the album.

Variety - The album is described as "pretty and passable" but "surprisingly light on bass… or persuasion."

WHERE:

TMZ - The article references the 2012 VMAs where Miley Cyrus made a notable appearance.

WHEN:

Variety - Miley Cyrus's album "Bass Persuades" is her tenth album.

Variety - The album is set to be released on November 10, 2026.

WHY:

Variety - The title track of the album was intended to mislead listeners about the overall content of the album.

HOW:

Variety - The album's promotional strategy involved releasing a single that suggested a different musical direction than what was ultimately delivered.

(UPDATED September 20, 2026 08:55 UTC)

Miley Cyrus is making headlines with the release of the title track and first single from her upcoming album "Bass Persuades," which dropped two and a half weeks before the album itself. Critics have described the album as "pretty and passable," noting it is surprisingly light on both bass and persuasion, despite its misleading promotional strategy. "Bass Persuades," which marks Miley's tenth album, is set to hit shelves on November 10, 2026.