Michael Bublé has announced plans to release a new album later this year.

The Canadian crooner will unleash 'To Be Loved' on April 15 in the UK and April 23 in the US.

The effort, which will be his sixth studio release, will follow up 2011's festive themed 'Christmas'.

The album is produced by Bob Rock and will contain four original songs as well as covers of some of the singer's favourite artists, including the Bee Gees and Dean Martin.

Actress Reese Witherspoon meanwhile will feature on the track 'Something Stupid', which was originally recorded by Frank and Nancy Sinatra.

The record will be preceded by new single 'It's a Beautiful Day', which is due to be released on February 25.

Speaking about the new album, Bublé said: "My new record is about love, happiness, fun and yummy things. Getting to work with my friend and longtime collaborator Bob Rock who produced the entire album was very exciting. We're a good team. I love the songs we selected this time out. It was also terrific working once again with my songwriting partners."