As the pop diva struggles with problems of her personal life and the aftermath of her performance at the MTV VMA's, her new album's release seems to be the only saving grace in her life. Britney Spears' new album titled 'Blackout' which will be her 5th studio album, is due in stores October 30th, 2007, and it will be her first full-length studio album since 2003. Incidentally the record label, Jive Records, says that the title of the album refers to blacking out all negativity and embracing positive things in life. Owing to internet leaks the release date of the album has been shifted to October 30^th, and the cover art and the track list have also been announced

Blackout Track List:
1. Gimme More
2. Piece of Me
3. Radar
4. Break The Ice
5. Heaven on Earth
6. Get Naked (I Got A Plan)
7. Freakshow
8. Toy Soldier
9. Hot As Ice
10. Ooh Ooh Baby
11. Perfect Lover
12. Why Should I Be Sad

 First Single "Gimme More" Is a Hit

The first single from the upcoming album is "Gimme More". It has already charted higher than any of her singles since the first hit "...Baby One More Time" hit #1. The pulsing dance-pop single produced by Timbaland collaborator Nate "Danja" Hills.

Album Collaborators

In addition to Nate "Danja" Hills, a wide range of collaborators on Blackout have been reported in various outlets. Sean Garrett, well known for his work with Usher and Chris Brown, has been mentioned frequently in the press. The team of Bloodshy & Avant have reportedly produced 3 tracks for the album.