A Healing Soundtrack for a Changing Era in Indie Music
Independent music in 2026 has entered an age of depth — where authenticity and emotional intelligence are driving innovation more than technology ever could. One of the most striking examples of that movement is Prin’s new single, “A Long Time Coming.”
The track arrives as a deeply personal evolution for the artist, but it also reflects a larger shift happening across the indie landscape — a renewed focus on purpose-driven music that values feeling over flash.
The Story Behind the Song
Prin’s journey toward “A Long Time Coming” began in loss. Following the passing of her brother in 2021, her acclaimed project The Calm Principles became an exploration of grief and stillness — a way to process pain through sound.
But this new release marks the next chapter — one not rooted in mourning, but in movement.
“My new music is fueled by the journey to feeling calm again and moving forward with life,” Prin shares.
It’s not just a sonic transition — it’s a personal one. “A Long Time Coming” is what happens when grief evolves into acceptance, and acceptance becomes creation.
The Sound: Where Ambient Meets Neo-Classical Clarity
Musically, “A Long Time Coming” embodies what Prin does best — blurring genre boundaries between ambient textures, neo-classical composition, and singer-songwriter honesty. The song feels vast yet intimate, cinematic yet centered on emotional truth.
Delicate piano layers drift over open, atmospheric production, while subtle rhythms move like a heartbeat beneath it all. The restraint is the point — this is music that breathes, allowing emotion to fill the space between notes.
In a music world often dominated by speed and spectacle, Prin’s patience feels radical. She reminds us that quiet can still be powerful, and that beauty often lives in subtlety.
Craft and Collaboration
Prin composed, arranged, performed, mixed, and mastered the entire production herself — no AI, no automation, no shortcuts. Every sound you hear comes from human hands and human emotion.
Once again, she worked with Mark Plati (David Bowie), who provided final mix support after collaborating with her on Dim the Lights (2016) and The Calm Principles (2021). Their creative partnership has become a cornerstone of Prin’s artistic growth — built on trust, musical integrity, and shared respect for the craft.
“Meeting Mark Plati has been a blessing in my creative life,” Prin explains. “He’s the most genuine musician I’ve met at that level — generous with feedback, patient with my process, and always helping me become a better producer.”
What This Release Brings to 2026
In 2026, where much of the conversation in music revolves around AI-assisted creativity and mass-produced sounds, Prin stands as a quiet counterpoint. Her work argues for a return to music made by hand — music that values soul over speed.
“A Long Time Coming” reminds listeners (and fellow creators) that personal narrative still matters. That there’s immense power in telling the truth through art — no filters, no algorithms, no fabrication.
This single brings something rare to today’s release landscape: intention. It’s not designed to go viral. It’s designed to make you stop, feel, and remember that music can still be deeply human.
Why We’re Excited About This Release
Prin’s work sits at the crossroads of innovation and intimacy — bridging production sophistication with emotional storytelling. “A Long Time Coming” is an anthem for the reflective, a soundtrack for the moments when silence says more than words ever could.
It also represents the kind of release that defines what independent music in 2026 should be: self-driven, authentic, and unafraid of depth.
Listen to “A Long Time Coming” by Prin, now streaming everywhere.
🎧 Featured on Indie Music Spin’s New Music Release Radar 2026.
— Written by Jacqueline Jax, AVA Live Radio / Indie Music Spin
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