Anti is the eighth studio album by Barbadian recording artist Rihanna, first released on January 27, 2016 via streaming service Tidal, by Westbury Road Entertainment and Roc Nation Records. Since Rihanna's career began in 2005 she released or re-released an album annually, however in 2013 Rihanna did not release any new material opting to take more time on Anti's recording process. In late-2013 Rihanna began work on Anti but avoided discussing the album or its release leading to a considerable amount of confusion among music journalists and fans. The following year Rihanna left Def Jam, and would be releasing Anti through Roc Nation and her own record label Westbury Road. The record was made available for free download since its release.
The album will be promoted with the upcoming Anti World Tour, scheduled to begin in February 2016. The album's lead single "Work" was released on January 27, 2016.