# Miley Cyrus Drops Last Name, Signals New Era with Atlantic Records

Grammy winner Miley Cyrus drops her last name on social media, signaling a new era following her signing with Atlantic Records.

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Miley Cyrus removed her last name from her social media profiles and now appears only as 'Miley'. [^1]

Miley Cyrus announced on Instagram that her tenth studio album, titled 'Bass Persuades,' will be released on September 18. [^2]

Miley Cyrus shared two new photos on Instagram, one captioned simply 'MILEY', without providing an explanation for the name change. [^3]

The singer signed a new contract with Atlantic Records last month, following her previous tenures at Columbia and RCA Records. [^4]

In a promotional video accompanying the announcement, Miley Cyrus was seen playing an electric guitar while wearing a white suit. [^5]

Miley Cyrus updated her official website to remove her surname from her stage name, presenting herself simply as Miley. [^6]

The singer is currently in a relationship with Maxx Morando, whom she engaged to in December 2025. [^7]

Miley Cyrus plans to promote the album with two concerts at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles in October 2026. [^8]

## What this stands on

1. Miley Cyrus removed her last name from her social media profiles and now appears only as 'Miley'. (Elle, News)
2. Miley Cyrus announced on Instagram that her tenth studio album, titled 'Bass Persuades,' will be released on September 18. (Caracol Radio, News)
3. Miley Cyrus shared two new photos on Instagram, one captioned simply 'MILEY', without providing an explanation for the name change. (Elle, News)
4. The singer signed a new contract with Atlantic Records last month, following her previous tenures at Columbia and RCA Records. (Elle, News)
5. In a promotional video accompanying the announcement, Miley Cyrus was seen playing an electric guitar while wearing a white suit. (Caracol Radio, News)
6. Miley Cyrus updated her official website to remove her surname from her stage name, presenting herself simply as Miley. (Caracol Radio, News)
7. The singer is currently in a relationship with Maxx Morando, whom she engaged to in December 2025. (Elle, News)
8. Miley Cyrus plans to promote the album with two concerts at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles in October 2026. (Caracol Radio, News)

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