CAME FOR FUN, LEFT WITH A MADONNA VINYL

Grindr

24 April 2026

Joshua Magazzu

Madonna has launched a preorder for a limited-edition vinyl record in collaboration with the world’s largest social networking app for gay, bi, trans, and queer people: Grindr. The vinyl is for her highly anticipated upcoming album, “Confessions II,” set for release on July 3rd, 2026. The partnership aims to highlight the intersection of music and LGBTQIA+ culture, making this vinyl a must have for any Madonna fan.

Grindr users around the world opened their apps tonight to a profile of the one and only queen of pop appearing on their grids. When you click the profile, a video plays with Madonna advising on what the profile is doing there:

“Hi Grindr, it’s Mother. I made an exclusive vinyl of my new album just for you. I could have dropped it anywhere, but I wanted to go where the hottest action was, so I got on the grid. Are you ready for Confessions II ?”

After Madonna’s voice over, a link appears for fans to preorder the limited edition picture disc vinyl, adorned with a sexy image of Madonna for $16 USD. This will be a hit amongst her fans, and you can’t say she doesn’t know her audience! I would link it to you below, but the link cannot be transferred: you have to have Grindr to purchase. A smart marketing move for her single and open relationship fans, but for our monogamous gays… phone a friend!!!

This partnership represents more than just a music release — it stands as a celebration of community and allyship. Madonna has long championed LGBTQIA+ rights, and this project serves as a testament to her ongoing commitment to the community. By joining forces with Grindr, she continues to use her platform to uplift and empower marginalised voices, reminding us of the transformative power of music.