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August 26th (mixtape)

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August 26th
Mixtape by
Post Malone
ReleasedMay 12, 2016 (2016-05-12)
Recorded2014–2016
Length37:47
LabelRepublic
Producers
Post Malone chronology
Y.A.T.R
(2014)		 August 26th
(2016)		 Stoney
(2016)

August 26th (also titled August 26 on streaming services) is the third mixtape and major label debut by American musician Post Malone. It was released on May 12, 2016, by Republic Records on DatPiff.[1][2][3] The mixtape features guest appearances from Larry June, 2 Chainz, FKi 1st, Jeremih, Lil Yachty, Jaden Smith, and Teo.

For its tenth anniversary, the mixtape re-released onto streaming services on August 26, 2026.[4]

Background

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The title was initially a reference to the release date of his debut studio album Stoney (2016), however, August 26, 2016, passed without its release. On August 27, 2016, Post Malone issued an apology for the delay of the release of his album, citing several problems, placing a blame on both himself and his team for failing to come through with the album.[5] He concluded the letter by promising the release of the album would materialize soon later in the year. The album was eventually released on December 9, 2016.

The mixtape was produced by Post Malone with the help of Atlanta Rapper FKi 1st. In an interview, Post recalled how FKi showed him the ropes of music production and the music industry.[6] The two built the vibe of the album around parties; most of the mixtape was produced while Post and FKi when there was "like 15–20 people in the studio."[7] The album was completed while Post Malone was touring as an opening act for Justin Bieber in his Purpose World Tour.[8]

The track "Money Made Me Do It" featuring 2 Chainz was included as a bonus track on the deluxe edition of Stoney.

Critical reception

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Initial reception of the mixtape was mixed. Pitchfork gave the mixtape a 5.2/10, calling Post's lyricism weak and repetitive, admiring when he embraces his punk and rock background, and ultimately describing the mixtape as "falling down an acoustic rap cover k-hole."[9] XXL gave the mixtape a lukewarm review, and while they noted moments of quality in the project, ultimately said that the mixtape was a "warm up for his debut album... than an actual standalone mixtape".[10]

Track listing

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August 26th track listing[11]
No.TitleWriter(s)Producer(s)Length
1."Never Understand" (featuring Larry June)
4:31
2."Money Made Me Do It" (featuring 2 Chainz)
3:50
3."Git wit U"
  • Post
  • Ben Bell
  • L. Bell
L. Bell2:24
4."God Damn" (featuring FKi 1st)
3:01
5."Fuck" (featuring Jeremih)
FKi 1st3:34
6."40 Funk"
4:24
7."Monta" (featuring Lil Yachty)
  • Post
  • Idan Kalai
Cashio3:55
8."Hollywood Dreams / Comedown"
  • FKi 1st
  • L. Bell
5:02
9."Lonely..." (featuring Jaden and Téo)
  • FKi
  • Post Malone
4:15
10."Oh God"
  • Post
  • Rex Kudo
  • Post Malone
  • Kudo
2:51
Total length:37:47

Notes

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  • ^[a] signifies an additional producer
  • "Hollywood Dreams / Comedown" contains elements of "Dreams" (1977), written by Stevie Nicks and performed by Fleetwood Mac.[12]

Charts

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Chart performance for August 26th
Chart (2026) Peak
position
Australian Hip Hop/R&B Albums (ARIA)[13] 21
Belgian Albums (Ultratop Flanders)[14]79
Danish Vinyl Albums (Hitlisten)[15] 23
Dutch Albums (Album Top 100)[16]32
Scottish Albums (Official Charts)[17]82
UK Albums Sales (Official Charts)[18] 76
UK R&B Albums (Official Charts)[19]6
US Billboard 200[20]135
US Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums (Billboard)[21]41

References

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  1. ↑ Zach Frydenlund (May 12, 2016). "Post Malone's 'August 26' Mixtape Is Finally Here". Complex. Retrieved May 13, 2016.
  2. ↑ Kevin Goddard (May 12, 2016). "Post Malone – August 26 [New Mixtape]". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved May 13, 2016.
  3. ↑ Ben Dandridge-Lemco (May 12, 2016). "Post Malone Shares August 26 Mixtape". TheFader. Retrieved May 13, 2016.
  4. ↑ Gonzalez, Alex (August 13, 2026). "Post Malone's Debut Mixtape 'August 26' Will Finally Be Available on Streaming". Complex. Retrieved August 13, 2026.
  5. ↑ Smith, Trevor (August 28, 2016). "Post Malone Apologizes For Delay Of His Debut Album "Stoney"". Hot New Hip-Hop.
  6. ↑ Centeno, Tony M. (December 13, 2016). "Post Malone Is Proud To Get His Debut Album 'Stoney' Off His Chest". VIBE.com. Retrieved August 26, 2026.
  7. ↑ Centeno, Tony M. (May 17, 2016). "Interview: FKi 1st Speaks On Helping Develop Post Malone's Sound, Lessons From Kanye & More". VIBE.com. Retrieved August 26, 2026.
  8. ↑ "How Post Malone Went From SoundCloud to Stadium Status". Complex. May 24, 2016. Retrieved August 26, 2026.
  9. ↑ Pearce, Sheldon. "Post Malone: August 26th". Pitchfork. Retrieved August 26, 2026.
  10. ↑ Glaysher, Scott (May 19, 2016). "Post Malone Tries to Find His Footing on 'August 26'". XXL Mag. Retrieved August 26, 2026.
  11. ↑ "August 26 / Post Malone / Credits". Tidal. Retrieved September 1, 2026.
  12. ↑ Saponara, Michael (October 25, 2017). "Post Malone 10 Best Songs: Critic's Picks". Billboard. Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved September 1, 2026.
  13. ↑ "ARIA Top 40 Hip Hop/R&B Albums Chart". Australian Recording Industry Association. September 7, 2026. Retrieved September 4, 2026.
  14. ↑ "Ultratop.be – Post Malone – August 26" (in Dutch). Hung Medien. Retrieved September 6, 2026.
  15. ↑ "Vinyl Top-40: Uge 35 - 2026" (in Danish). Hitlisten. Retrieved September 9, 2026.
  16. ↑ "Dutchcharts.nl – Post Malone – August 26" (in Dutch). Hung Medien. Retrieved September 5, 2026.
  17. ↑ "Official Scottish Albums Chart on 4/9/2026 – Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved September 5, 2026.
  18. ↑ "Official Albums Sales Chart on 4/9/2026 – Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved September 5, 2026.
  19. ↑ "Official R&B Albums Chart on 4/9/2026 – Top 40". Official Charts Company. Retrieved September 5, 2026.
  20. ↑ "Post Malone Chart History (Billboard 200)". Billboard. Retrieved September 10, 2026.
  21. ↑ "Post Malone Chart History (Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved September 10, 2026.


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