“American Idol” alum Michael Sarver releases his multi-genre debut album this week! Pop, R&B, and ballads are all present in “Layer One.” It’s a supernatural experience you don’t want to miss.

The album’s stand out track is “Faithful” where it acknowledges God’s reliability throughout every stage of life. The pop tune seems catchy with a deep message. The rest of the album is edifying with the overall moral of the story being praising God because of who He is, and having reverential fear of Him. “Layer One” is co-penned by Sarver, so it’s an autobiographical work about trusting God as well.

S&G Music Enterprises (WieRok Entertainment Group) produced the project with talents Matthew Humphrey, Chris Molitor, Tyler Logan, Grayson Sarver, Sidewalk Prophets’ Dave Frey, and more sharing the songwriting credits.

Michael Sarver: “No life is made up of only one story; no journey is made up of only one road traveled. ‘Layer One’ is the first of two ‘layers’ I’m releasing this fall, sharing through lyrics and a range of musical styles the multiple facets of my life. From the influences of Steven Curtis Chapman to 4Him to the Gaither Vocal Band, these EPs help paint the full picture of what has made me the man and artist that I am today.”

See the complete track list below.

Limitless

More Like You

Count It All Joy

Wonderful God

Faithful

Storms Don’t Bother Me

Fire

“Layer One” will be available on major streaming platforms on August 21st, 2026.

A special thanks to Turning Point Media Relations and S&G Music Enterprises/ WieRok Entertainment Group for the images, album, and info.