A new phase is underway for Tia Ray. The Chinese pop and R&B singer released her first full English-language album, New Day, on February 6, 2026, marking a deliberate move toward a wider international audience after years of success in her home market.
In materials shared alongside the album’s release, the project is described as both personal and forward-looking. Ray worked with Grammy-nominated and Grammy-winning producers, including Antonio Dixon and Khris Riddick-Tynes, building the record with an international team. The album was largely shaped through global writing camps, where she co-wrote songs with collaborators from different countries.
Ray has long been a major presence in Mandarin pop and R&B. This release builds on that foundation rather than replacing it. The sound leans into soulful, emotionally driven R&B while aligning with contemporary global pop production.
For U.S. listeners, New Day offers an introduction to an artist who has already achieved significant recognition abroad. The album keeps her focus on strong vocals and emotional storytelling, now delivered in English for a broader audience.