"Endless Summer Vacation" by Miley Cyrus marks her eighth studio album, released on March 10, 2023, under Columbia Records. Departing from her previous synth-pop and glam rock sound, this album embraces a pop and dance-pop style. Recorded mainly in Los Angeles, the album's concept revolves around Cyrus's fondness for the city, with track sequencing mirroring the progression of a day. Notable guest vocalists include Brandi Carlile and Sia.
The album spawned three singles: "Flowers," "River," and "Jaded." "Flowers" broke numerous streaming and chart records, spending eight weeks atop the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and reaching number one in 36 other countries. "River" and "Jaded" followed as subsequent successful singles.
Critically acclaimed, "Endless Summer Vacation" received praise for its production, commercial appeal, and Cyrus's vocal performance. It topped charts in ten countries and secured Grammy nominations for Album of the Year and Best Pop Vocal Album. "Flowers" won Record of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance.
A digital edition of the album, including the fourth single "Used to Be Young," was released on August 25, 2023. Cyrus showcased eight tracks from the album in the Disney+ documentary concert special "Endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions)," premiered on March 10, 2023. An updated version aired on ABC and was released on Hulu on August 24, 2023.
