EVOLUTION is Joyner’s second studio album, which was first announced on August 17, 2020—the rapper’s 32nd birthday. Released two months later, the project comes only 7 months after Joyner’s debut studio album ADHD. The announcement of the album came along with the reveal of the project’s release date and cover art.
Joyner commented this about the project:
Evolution was created with zero intent to make mainstream records.
Evolution is my 1st person perspective and reality in today’s climate, as well as the past that made me who I am. I personally think this EP is the Joyner you been waiting for…
The album’s lead single, “Fall Slowly” was released on September 2, 2020.
Second and final promotional single, “Snitch” was released on October 20, 2020.
The EP releases on October 16th. Joyner Lucas had previously announced via his Instagram page that the EP had to be delayed due to issues clearing a few samples