Westlife: Everything we know about their '25 - The Ultimate Collection'
It will be out in May
Last updated 11 hours ago
Following the hugely exciting news last year, that Westlife will be going on 'The 25th Anniversary World Tour' in 2026, the band released a song called 'Chariot', AND announced a new album called '25 - The Ultimate Collection'.
Continuing their 25th anniversary celebrations, which started with their London shows, the band's upcoming album will feature fan favourites along with brand new material, recorded by all four members of the band.
Despite Mark Feehily sadly not being able to join Westlife on tour, due to health reasons, he is still very much part of the band and the new music that features on '25 - The Ultimate Collection'.
The band announced the news of the album as they also revealed their full list of tour dates, writing on Instagram: 'We’re also excited to announce our album ‘25 – The Ultimate Collection’ will be released on Feb 13th 2026. A collection of some of our favourite Westlife songs from over the years with a few new ones added too 👀'.
They continued: 'Not only that but our new song Chariot is out today! It’s been a while since we’ve released new music into the world, so this means a lot to us. We’re incredibly grateful to all of you for the response we’ve had on the 25th anniversary so far. Here’s to more memories to come ❤️'.
Fans are understandably very excited at the announcement of the tour and new music, with one writing: 'Love this new song!!! Spot on sound ❤️❤️'. Another wrote: 'Soooooooo excited ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ (sic) with a third fan commenting: 'here’s the date we’ve been waiting for!😃'.
Speaking about the announcement, Westlife said: "This year marks 25 years since we started this incredible journey together and it still feels like only the beginning. The support from our fans has been unbelievable, and to celebrate with this world tour, new music, and a brand-new album feels truly special. We can’t wait to see you all on the road and share this next chapter together."
What songs are on the album?
The tracklist has been announced and features on the band's website. There are several different tracklists depending on which format you buy the album on. The CD tracklist is listed below.
- 'World Of Our Own'
- 'You Raise Me Up'
- 'Uptown Girl'
- 'Flying Without Wings'
- 'If I Let You Go'
- 'My Love'
- 'Hello My Love'
- 'Swear It Again'
- 'What About Now'
- 'Mandy'
- 'When You’re Looking Like That'
- 'Fool Again'
- 'Queen Of My Heart'
- 'Chariot'
- TRACK TBA
What is the album artwork?
Westlife have released the artwork which features a collage of photos of the band throughout the last 25 years. You can see it below.
When will it be released?
Originally due for release on 13th February 2026, it was then delayed due to 'some unavoidable scheduling changes' until 8th May. The new release date was confirmed on the band's official website.
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Westlife - '25 - The Ultimate Collection'
Release date: 8th May
Following the hugely exciting news that Westlife will be going on 'The 25th Anniversary World Tour' in 2026, the band announced a new album called '25 - The Ultimate Collection'. The album features many of the band's biggest hits along with some new material recorded by all four members of the band. Originally due for release in February, the date was put back until 8th May due to 'some unavoidable scheduling changes'.
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