William Prince’s solo career formally began with the release of his acclaimed debut album, ‘Earthly Days,’ on December 11, 2015, following extensive performances with the band Indian City and recordings with A New Honour. During this period, Prince earned the Manitoba Aboriginal Youth Achievement Award for Artistic Performance. ‘Earthly Days’ quickly garnered significant industry recognition, securing the 2016 Western Canadian Music Award for Aboriginal Artist of the Year. The album’s success continued into 2017, receiving a prestigious Juno Award for Contemporary Roots Album of the Year and an additional nomination for Indigenous Album of the Year.
Additionally, in 2024, the album earned multiple Canadian Folk Music Awards, including Contemporary Album of the Year, Solo Artist of the Year, and Single of the Year for ‘When You Miss Someone.’ Prince maintains an active touring schedule, having performed extensively across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Germany, often appearing as an opener for celebrated artists such as Neil Young, The War and Treaty, Yola, and Midland. His continued impact on the Canadian music scene was acknowledged in 2024 with the Allan Slaight Music Impact Honour award from Canadas Walk of Fame. With a consistent output of numerous singles and five studio albums, William Prince is set to release his highly anticipated fifth album, ‘Further from the Country,’ in October 2025. His body of work consistently showcases his introspective lyrics and resonant baritone voice, making him a compelling and marketable artist globally.