Selena Gomez - 'Star Dance' Promoshoot 2013 by Diego Uchitel

Stars Dance is the debut solo studio album by American singer and actress Selena Gomez, released on July 23, 2013, by Hollywood Records. It is her fourth album overall, having previously released three albums with her band Selena Gomez & the Scene between 2009 and 2011. Musically, Stars Dance is an electronic album rooted in pop, dance and dubstep, while heavily incorporating elements of techno, disco, and worldbeat. Its lyrics discuss love and relationships, namely Gomez's highly publicized relationship with pop singer Justin Bieber.

Stars Dance received mixed reviews from music critics, who complimented Gomez's maturing image and lyrical content, though criticized its generic and electronic-heavy production. The album debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200, with a first week sales of 97,000 copies, thus making it her highest first week sales as well as her first album to debut and peak at number one. The album also debuted at number one in Canada later being certified gold.

The lead single Come & Get It peaked at number six on the US Billboard Hot 100. The song "Slow Down" was available as an instant digital download with the iTunes Store pre-order of the album and on August 13, 2013, it was released to US mainstream radio as the second single from the album. The album has been promoted through live performances including the Billboard Music Awards and the MTV Movie Awards, and embarked on the Stars Dance Tour throughout 2013.