Charlotte Artist Praise Will Release Debut Album
The singer-songwriter is set to debut his 16-track project, And This Is How We Got Here, on October 9, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 2, 2026 in R&B
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Charlotte-based artist Praise will release his first full-length studio album, titled And This Is How We Got Here, on October 9, 2026. This project follows the October 2, 2026, release of his latest single, Burning Bridges.
Why it matters
The debut marks a significant progression in the career of a musician who has previously gained traction through independent EPs and streaming success. By synthesizing alternative pop, folk, soul, and R&B, the artist aims to formalize his sound in a full-length format.
The upcoming album includes 16 tracks produced in collaboration with Milo Orchis, Jimi Somewhere, Lizzy Cameron, John Hill, and Rome Castille. The release follows his previous independent work, including the 2025 EP LOST and 2024 EP poppa.
The players
Praise
Praise is a Charlotte-based singer-songwriter who fuses alternative pop, folk, soul, and R&B.
The details
The album serves as a milestone for the Charlotte-based musician, who previously established his fan base with consistent EP releases and high-performing digital singles. This 16-track collection features no guest artists and emphasizes the artist's eclectic blend of soul, R&B, folk, and alternative pop.
Timeline
The artist released the independent poppa. EP in 2024.
The artist released the LOST EP in 2025.
The single burning bridges. was released on October 2, 2026.
The debut album is scheduled for release on October 9, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
This release reflects the broader shift in the music industry where independent artists build substantial digital audiences before committing to traditional album formats. By transitioning from EPs to a 16-track debut, the artist is participating in a common progression model.
Listeners can access the new 16-track album on major streaming platforms starting October 9, 2026. Fans can prepare for the release by revisiting the artist's previous EPs and his latest single.
The takeaway
Developing a consistent stream of digital releases can create a significant foundation for an artist's first official full-length project. Listeners interested in emerging genres often benefit from tracking independent EPs to understand an artist's stylistic evolution.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Broadway World.
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