Glory is the ninth studio album by American singer Britney Spears, released on August 26, 2016, through RCA Records. Developed over a two-and-a-half-year recording period following the release of Britney Jean (2013), the album marked a shift toward a more artist-driven process, with Spears taking a more active role in selecting material, shaping concepts, and contributing melodies. Dissatisfied with early sessions, she enlisted executive producer Karen Kwak, after which the project was reoriented toward a sound that recalled elements of her earlier work while prioritizing creative freedom and personal interest.