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Zara Larsson Switches From Epic to RCA Within Sony Music
When Zara Larsson swapped her Epic Records badge for a new RCA one, the pop world didn’t see a headline‑making break‑up, but a calculated shift that keeps the Swedish star securely inside Sony’s umbrella.
Larsson signed with Epic in 2013, launching her first international album, 1, a year later. The label served as her launchpad through the breakthrough of So Good in 2017, followed by Poster Girl (2021) and Venus (2024). Her most recent studio effort, Midnight Sun, dropped in 2025 and delivered a string of charting singles—including the title track, the 2015 hit “Lush Life,” and the collaboration “Stateside” with PinkPantheress. The song “Lush Life” resurfaced on TikTok in mid‑2026, propelling it back onto the Billboard Hot 100 at number 35.
The album itself peaked at number 19 on the Billboard 200 and has held the top spot on the Pop Airplay chart for 23 straight weeks. Larsson’s momentum earned her the Billboard Women in Music Breakthrough award for 2026, presented at the Los Angeles ceremony on 29 April. In an April interview she reflected, “I think this year cemented me as not only a girl with popular songs, but a girl worth talking about in pop culture.”
Industry observers describe the move to RCA as a strategic sidestep that allows Sony to consolidate its pop assets while giving Larsson access to RCA’s broader promotional network. Billboard reports that the deal was negotiated after Larsson attracted interest from several major labels, but Sony’s offer was deemed the most advantageous for both parties.
Larsson’s remix project, Midnight Sun: Girls Trip, was announced on 1 May 2026 to be released through Sommer House and Epic Records. The album features guest appearances from Shakira, Tyla, Kehlani, Robyn, and others. Although the remix release remains tied to Epic, the new RCA contract may influence future distribution and marketing strategies.
The singer is currently touring through the end of November, with heightened demand in Australia prompting several venues to upgrade capacity. The tour schedule reflects the sustained commercial momentum generated by her recent releases and streaming performance.
In sum, Zara Larsson’s transition from Epic to RCA keeps her within Sony’s ecosystem while positioning her for expanded promotion under RCA’s pop infrastructure. The move follows a year of chart success, viral social‑media activity, and industry recognition, and it will be followed closely as the artist continues to release new material and perform worldwide.
Larsson signed with Epic in 2013, launching her first international album, 1, a year later. The label served as her launchpad through the breakthrough of So Good in 2017, followed by Poster Girl (2021) and Venus (2024). Her most recent studio effort, Midnight Sun, dropped in 2025 and delivered a string of charting singles—including the title track, the 2015 hit “Lush Life,” and the collaboration “Stateside” with PinkPantheress. The song “Lush Life” resurfaced on TikTok in mid‑2026, propelling it back onto the Billboard Hot 100 at number 35.
The album itself peaked at number 19 on the Billboard 200 and has held the top spot on the Pop Airplay chart for 23 straight weeks. Larsson’s momentum earned her the Billboard Women in Music Breakthrough award for 2026, presented at the Los Angeles ceremony on 29 April. In an April interview she reflected, “I think this year cemented me as not only a girl with popular songs, but a girl worth talking about in pop culture.”
Industry observers describe the move to RCA as a strategic sidestep that allows Sony to consolidate its pop assets while giving Larsson access to RCA’s broader promotional network. Billboard reports that the deal was negotiated after Larsson attracted interest from several major labels, but Sony’s offer was deemed the most advantageous for both parties.
Larsson’s remix project, Midnight Sun: Girls Trip, was announced on 1 May 2026 to be released through Sommer House and Epic Records. The album features guest appearances from Shakira, Tyla, Kehlani, Robyn, and others. Although the remix release remains tied to Epic, the new RCA contract may influence future distribution and marketing strategies.
The singer is currently touring through the end of November, with heightened demand in Australia prompting several venues to upgrade capacity. The tour schedule reflects the sustained commercial momentum generated by her recent releases and streaming performance.
In sum, Zara Larsson’s transition from Epic to RCA keeps her within Sony’s ecosystem while positioning her for expanded promotion under RCA’s pop infrastructure. The move follows a year of chart success, viral social‑media activity, and industry recognition, and it will be followed closely as the artist continues to release new material and perform worldwide.
