Candace Hastings' Soft Place to Land Named One of the Most Anticipated Albums of 2026

Candace Hastings' upcoming album, Soft Place to Land, has been recognized by Saving Country Music as one of the most anticipated country and roots music releases of the second half of 2026. The album was included in the publication's widely followed "Release Radar: Most Anticipated New Albums for the 2nd Half of 2026," which highlights notable upcoming projects from across the country, Americana, and roots music landscape. 

Produced in part by Grammy Award-winning producer Lloyd Maines, Soft Place to Land showcases Hastings' distinctive blend of Americana, country, and folk influences, paired with the storytelling and authenticity that have become hallmarks of her songwriting. The album follows a series of recent singles, including "Call Your Mama" and "Loving Cowboys," which have introduced listeners to the themes of family, belonging, resilience, and home that run throughout the project. 

Soft Place to Land is scheduled for release in summer 2026.