South African global superstar Tyla continues to cement her place among music’s elite after being announced as the halftime performer for the 2026 AT&T WNBA All-Star Game. The performance comes just one day after the release of her highly anticipated sophomore album, A*POP, dropped today, 24 July via FAX Records/Epic Records.
Set to take over the iconic United Center in Chicago on Saturday, 25 July, Tyla will bring her signature energy to one of basketball’s biggest nights, with the game airing live on ABC and Disney+.
“I’m honored to be a part of the AT&T WNBA All-Star Game this year,” Tyla shared. “These athletes bring so much power and heart to what they do, and I’m excited to share the stage and bring A*POP to my supporters.”
The announcement adds another milestone to what’s already shaping up to be a career-defining week for the Johannesburg-born star. A*POP arrives packed with buzzworthy records, including “IS IT LOVE,” “CHANEL,“ and “SHE DID IT AGAIN” featuring Zara Larsson, further showcasing Tyla’s genre-defying approach to pop and African music.
Since breaking through with the global smash “Water,” Tyla has continued rewriting the history books. The hit earned her the first-ever GRAMMY Award for Best African Music Performance in 2024, while her self-titled debut album introduced the world to a new generation of South African pop excellence. In 2026, she claimed her second GRAMMY in the same category for “Push 2 Start,” reinforcing her status as one of Africa’s biggest international stars.
Her dominance extends beyond awards. Tyla became the first artist to accumulate 100 weeks at No. 1 on Billboard’s U.S. Afrobeats Songs chart, while also holding the record for the most No. 1 hits on the chart—a testament to her crossover appeal and global impact.
With A*POP, Tyla isn’t just releasing another album—she’s continuing to redefine what it means to be a global African pop star. Rooted in her South African identity while effortlessly crossing genres and borders, she remains one of the continent’s most influential cultural exports, taking African music to stages where it has never been before.
Stream the album Here