New Avicii Album “AVICII FOREVER” Drops Next Month with 19 Tracks

When the announcement of a 19-track posthumous album titled AVICII FOREVER hit the internet on April 16, it was met with both reverence and a sharp intake of breath. Set for release on May 16 via Interscope Records and Pophouse, the record promises a compilation of “essential tracks” and previously unheard material from the late Tim Bergling—a producer whose fingerprint on modern electronic music remains indelible.

But not everyone is celebrating. The release lands in the wake of strong public pushback from one of Avicii’s closest collaborators, Sandro Cavazza, who earlier this year publicly questioned the ethics of putting out unfinished songs without the artist’s consent. His comments, which specifically addressed the handling of the track “Forever Yours – Tim’s 2016 Ibiza Version,” struck a chord with fans and industry insiders alike. “He is the only one who knew when his songs were finished,” Cavazza stated—a reminder that the heartbeat of Avicii’s work was always rooted in meticulous craftsmanship, not just melody.

So what does AVICII FOREVER represent? A tribute, a cash grab, or something more nuanced?

The lead single “Let’s Ride Away,” featuring Elle King, offers a preview of the dual nature of the project. On one hand, it’s bright, anthemic, and unmistakably Avicii—highly polished and full of emotion. On the other, it raises the unavoidable question: Would Tim have released it this way? Elle King’s vocals are impassioned, but the track’s posthumous glow casts a shadow that can’t quite be ignored. It’s hard not to hear the ghost in the machine.

In fairness, posthumous releases are nothing new in music history. Tupac, Prince, Michael Jackson—each had their vaults reopened, their works repackaged in the name of legacy. But there’s a fine line between honoring a vision and editing one. The Avicii Estate and Pophouse appear earnest in their intent, but Cavazza’s resistance throws into relief the gravity of tampering with a legacy so intimately personal, especially when that legacy was forged in the tension between perfectionism and vulnerability.

Fans will likely approach AVICII FOREVER with a mixture of gratitude and grief. Gratitude for one last sonic communion with an artist who shaped a generation of dance music lovers. Grief because every track carries the unmistakable weight of absence. It’s the sound of what could have been—if Tim had been here to finish the job himself.

Whether AVICII FOREVER ends up feeling like a worthy closing chapter or a footnote best left unturned, it’s a cultural moment. One that challenges how we, as listeners and industry participants, define artistic ownership, consent, and the sanctity of unfinished work.

Ultimately, we don’t just listen to Avicii’s music—we remember the light it carried. The question now is whether that light still shines when others are the ones holding the lantern.