Faith Richards continues her ascent in the R&B world with the arrival of her latest single “Private Star” as she prepares for a definitive creative year. Co-produced with longtime collaborator Jordan Iacovella, known as Prairies, the track showcases an artist in full command of her cinematic sound. This release provides the foundation for her sophomore album which arrives in the summer of 2026. The song captures a striking duality born from a writing process that bridged her time in Paris and her current home in Dallas.
The composition process reflects a significant evolution in Richards’ personal and vocal confidence. “I was definitely in two completely different places in my life,” Richards says of the track’s timeline. “In Paris, I was confidently single and writing nonstop. When I finished the song years later, I was completely in love and much more confident in my voice and perspective.” This growth translates into a record that feels both intimate and expansive.
The sonic landscape is an intentional blend of dark pop and alternative R&B influences. Richards drew inspiration from the powerful presence of a dancer in a private room to craft an atmosphere of magnetic control. This single moves with a deliberate and alluring energy that defines her current musical direction. The production choices highlight a sophisticated approach to soulful storytelling that resonates with global audiences.
Richards describes her upcoming album as a project defined by instinct and liberation from traditional structures. This new body of work follows a successful history of independent releases including her debut album ‘I’ll Bloom When I’m Ready’ and her 2019 EPs. “It’s so freeing to not be bound by structure or genre,” she notes regarding the new sessions. “I feel like I’m creating my best and most authentic art yet.”