Post Malone Finally Drops His Iconic 2016 Mixtape 'August 26th' on Streaming Platforms

Post Malone fans are getting a massive nostalgia hit. The chart-topper is officially making his seminal 2016 tape, *August 26th*, available on all major digital platforms alongside a physical vinyl release. Up until now, the project remained unavailable on mainstream subscription services, keeping a key chapter of his early discography locked away in internet mixtape archives. Originally landing on May 12, 2016 through Republic Records, the newly remastered 10-song collection provided a bridge between his breakout 2015 hit single "White Iverson" and his debut studio album. The tape served as an early showcase for Austin Post’s signature genre-blending style, combining dark rap beats with infectious vocal hooks.

The 10-track project features several high-profile collaborations across hip-hop and R&B. Artists including 2 Chainz, Lil Yachty, Jaden Smith, and Jeremih all make featured appearances across the tracklist. Standout cuts from the collection include the melodic track "Money Made Me Do It," the hazy jam "Git Wit U," the bold track "F--k," and the atmospheric project opener "Never Understand." Prior to releasing this project, the artist had previously dropped a self-released mixtape titled *Y.A.T.R.* back in 2014. However, *August 26th* represented his initial full project under a major record label, teasing the massive commercial success that would define his career over the following decade.

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The story behind the mixtape’s title holds a famous piece of lore for long-time fans. The phrase *August 26th* was originally intended to be the launch date for his debut studio album, *Stoney*. That full-length effort ended up suffering multiple production delays before officially arriving in December 2016. Despite the pushed-back timetable, *Stoney* ultimately launched the musician into global superstardom. That record featured hit collaborations like "Congratulations" featuring Quavo, "Deja Vu" alongside Justin Bieber, and "Feel" featuring Kehlani. The album also boasted heavy production work from Metro Boomin, Mustard, Pharrell Williams, Louis Bell, and Frank Dukes. Now, listeners can finally stream the foundational tape that started it all.