In probably the biggest news story we’ve broken, Beyonce has surprised the world by unveiling her brand new album.

When explaining further about the new release, dubbed a ‘visual album’, Beyoncé said “I see music…. It’s more than just what I hear. When I’m connected to something, I immediately see a visual or a series of images that are tied to a feeling or an emotion, a memory from my childhood, thoughts about life, my dreams or my fantasies. And they’re all connected to the music.”

She continued… “I didn’t want to release my music the way I’ve done it,” she states. “I am bored with that. I feel like I am able to speak directly to my fans. There’s so much that gets between the music, the artist and the fans. I felt like I didn’t want anybody to give the message when my record is coming out. I just want this to come out when it’s ready and from me to my fans.”

The self-titled effort, Beyonce’s fifth studio outing features fourteen tracks and seventeen (yes, seventeen!!) videos, and features collaborations with ex-Destiny’s Child bandmates Michelle Williams and Kelly Rowland, along with Pharrell, Timbaland, Jay Z, Sampha and many MANY more.

Whilst no new single preceded the album’s launch, according to Billboard, two tracks are set to be announced next week in different formats. Additionally, it’s understood that iTunes have the full exclusive for one week, with further formats (and retailers) being eligible to sell the album after this period.

Hit the iTunes link now to buy (yes, it’s out NOW!) and watch the previews below, along with the image gallery of press shots:

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