Victoria Monét released “Frequency of Love,” her 22-track follow-up to the Grammy-winning “Jaguar II,” on October 2 through Lovett Music and RCA Records. She now takes the album on a 27-city North American tour that opens October 27 at Red Hat Amphitheater in Raleigh, North Carolina, and closes December 17 in San Francisco.
Key Takeaways
- “Frequency of Love” has 22 tracks, with guest appearances from SZA on “See You In My Dreams” and Bruno Mars on “That’s Why I Love You.”
- The lead single, “Let Me,” reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart in June.
- The Frequency of Love Tour, produced by Live Nation, runs from October 27 in Raleigh to December 17 at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco.
- Atlanta gets a headline night at the Fox Theatre on November 4, and New York’s stop is November 24 at the Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden.
- The 2023 album “Jaguar II” earned seven Grammy nominations and three wins, including Best New Artist and Best R&B Album.
- Victoria Monét spent the summer as a special guest on the European and U.K. legs of Bruno Mars’ The Romantic Tour.
Victoria Monét Returns Three Years After “Jaguar II”
“Jaguar II” changed Victoria Monét’s career. After years of writing hits for other artists, she won three Grammys at the 2024 ceremony: Best New Artist, Best R&B Album, and Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical. Fans expected a quick follow-up, but Victoria Monét chose to take her time.
She told the Associated Press that taking time between projects should be normal, even though audiences want music quickly. She also tried to lower expectations for a big comeback. “I did not make Thriller,” Victoria Monét said, joking about how much pressure fans and critics put on her next record.
The three-year gap allowed her to make a long album. At 22 tracks, “Frequency of Love” gives her room for full songs, interludes, and changes in tone, from slow ballads to dance tracks.
The Singles Show the Album’s Range
Victoria Monét introduced “Frequency of Love” gradually over the year. “Let Me,” released in February, is a slow R&B jam that reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart in June.
“Reach Out,” released in July, took a more upbeat, house-influenced direction. It was produced by her longtime collaborators Kaytranada and D’Mile, and its video, directed by Dave Meyers, features choreography by Sean Bankhead. “Juicy,” released alongside the tour announcement in September, leans toward smooth, yacht-style R&B.
Together, the singles show an artist confident moving between styles. The album’s producer Camper, who has worked with her before, served as executive producer, which keeps a consistent feel across the album’s many changes.
SZA and Bruno Mars Join the Album’s Guest List
The album’s two biggest guests both have strong ties to Victoria Monét. SZA appears on “See You In My Dreams,” pairing two of R&B’s leading voices. Bruno Mars joins her on “That’s Why I Love You,” following her summer as a special guest on the European and U.K. legs of his The Romantic Tour.
Those stadium shows in Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, Madrid, Milan, and London introduced Victoria Monét to large international audiences. Having Bruno Mars on the album continues a partnership that has helped raise her profile abroad.
“Frequency of Love” Treats Love as More Than Romance
The album’s title points to its main theme, but Victoria Monét has said love on the record goes beyond romance. The songs also cover family and other close connections. That fits her personal story: she has spoken openly about motherhood since her daughter’s birth and her role in the “Jaguar II” period.
That approach fits a wider trend among Black R&B artists building full album concepts around one idea instead of a few singles. Afrobeats and pop artists are making similar moves, as seen in Ayra Starr’s globally minded album “Starr Girl”, which uses well-chosen collaborations to reach new audiences.
The Frequency of Love Tour Covers 27 Cities in Seven Weeks
Victoria Monét announced the Frequency of Love Tour on Instagram on September 10. The 27-date run, produced by Live Nation, starts October 27 at Red Hat Amphitheater in Raleigh and continues to Charlotte on October 28, New Orleans on October 30, and Houston on October 31.
The tour reaches the South early, with Dallas on November 2, Atlanta’s Fox Theatre on November 4, Fort Lauderdale on November 7, and Tampa on November 8. Later stops include Toronto on November 21, New York’s Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden on November 24, The Anthem in Washington, D.C., on November 27, and Nashville on November 30.
The West Coast portion includes Phoenix, San Diego, the YouTube Theater in Inglewood, and Vancouver, before the tour ends December 17 at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco. Setlists will mix new songs from “Frequency of Love” with music from “Jaguar,” “Jaguar II,” and the “Jaguar II” deluxe edition.
Victoria Monét’s First-Week Numbers Are Next
The album’s first-week performance is the next thing to watch. Billboard’s upcoming albums chart will show how “Frequency of Love” did against expectations set by her Grammy wins. That result will set the tone for the tour, which starts less than three weeks later.
FAQs
When Did Victoria Monét Release “Frequency of Love”?
Victoria Monét released “Frequency of Love” on October 2, 2026, through Lovett Music and RCA Records. The album has 22 tracks.
Who Is Featured on “Frequency of Love”?
SZA appears on “See You In My Dreams,” and Bruno Mars appears on “That’s Why I Love You.” Kaytranada and D’Mile co-produced the single “Reach Out.”
When Does the Frequency of Love Tour Start?
The tour begins October 27, 2026, at Red Hat Amphitheater in Raleigh, North Carolina. It ends December 17 at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco.
Is Victoria Monét Performing in Atlanta?
Yes. Victoria Monét performs at Atlanta’s Fox Theatre on November 4, 2026.
How Many Grammys Has Victoria Monét Won?
Victoria Monét has won three Grammys, all at the 2024 ceremony: Best New Artist, Best R&B Album, and Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical. She earned seven nominations that year for “Jaguar II.”
