Madonna to foray into rock

So far you've heard pop from singing sensation Madonna. The diva is now set to enthrall listeners by trying her luck in the rock genre wih her new album. The record is due for release later this year.

Pop diva Madonna is planning a foray into the rock genre with her next album. The singer has lined up rock band Pearl Jam producer Brendan O Brien to work on her new tracks.

Madonna is starting her 12th studio album, a follow-up to 2008's Hard Candy, and she's looking to expand her musical style for the next record, reported contactmusic.com.

The currently untitled record is due for release later this year.