Ed Sheeran completes new album and returns to big pop sound

Ed Sheeran has completed his next album, signaling a shift back to "big pop" music. He stated that this new sound differs from his recent album, '-' which had a more subdued style. Sheeran has also recorded a new song, 'Under the Tree', for Richard Curtis' animated film 'That Christmas'. This song reflects personal themes of waiting for family during the holidays. He has filmed two music videos for the upcoming album, with Curtis directing one. The video features a storyline inspired by 'Sliding Doors' and was shot close to Sheeran's home.