Leon Thomas has formally launched a brand new period of music.
The Grammy-winning singer, songwriter and producer has launched “Mutt,” the primary single from his upcoming second album on EZMNY Data/Motown Data.
Produced by D. Phelps and Freaky Rob, “Mutt” finds Thomas able to take an opportunity on a brand new love. He’s conscious of how susceptible the journey is, however is keen to attempt, even when he finally ends up having his coronary heart damaged.
“I’ve smoked already, so pardon my bluntness / I see previous fairly faces, so I received hassle trusting / However I’ll let my guard down for you,” he sings.
“Mutt” is Thomas’ first tune launched as a lead artist since his “Crash & Burn (Remix)” with Blxst, which was launched in October 2023. The unique model of the monitor seems on Thomas’ debut album, Electrical Nightfall, launched Aug. 18, 2023.
Electrical Nightfall included the singles “X-Rated” that includes Benny The Butcher, “Love Jones” that includes Ty Dolla $ign, who’s the pinnacle of EZMNY, and “Breaking Level.” Thomas launched a remix of the latter tune that includes Victoria Monét in summer season 2023.
When requested what he hopes listeners take away from Electrical Nightfall, Thomas informed Rated R&B, “I need individuals to grasp how human I’m. There’s so many examples of me in very shiny conditions. I believe the distortion, each visually and sonically, is to genuinely present how a lot development has occurred over these years, how painful development may be [and] how lovely development may be.”
He added, “I need individuals to see me [and] hear me. It’s sort of arduous to do by the voice of different artists that I write and produce for. This album was a extremely nice instance of me laying it out all out on the ground and hoping that individuals perceive the place I’m coming from. I need individuals to pay attention with open ears and open minds as a result of I’m undoubtedly taking some probabilities on this one.”
Since Electrical Nightfall, Thomas has been busy collaborating with different artists. This yr, he teamed with British singer Elmiene on his “Sweetness (Remix),” producer ESTA on “Harmful Sport” from his debut album, Francis, and melodic rapper Yung Bleu on “Is There One thing New?” from his album Jeremy.
Moreover, Leon Thomas co-produced “Without end Rolling” and “Slide” from Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign’s joint album, Vultures 2.
Thomas will be part of Blxst as a particular visitor on his I’ll All the time Come Discover You Tour. The North American launches Oct. 11 at Home of Blues in Houston. Thomas will make stops in New Orleans, Orlando, Atlanta, Charlotte, Boston and New York, to call a number of cities.
Thomas’ stint on the tour will conclude Oct. 26 at The Fillmore in Detroit.
Stream “Mutt” by Leon Thomas and see his upcoming tour dates beneath.
Leon Thomas’ 2024 Tour Dates
Oct 1 – Houston, TX @ Home of Blues
Oct 2 – San Antonio, TX @ Aztec Theatre
Oct 3 – New Orleans, LA @ The Fillmore
Oct 5 – Orlando, FL @ Home of Blues
Oct 7 – Dallas, TX @ South Facet Ballroom
Oct 10 – Atlanta, GA @ Tabernacle
Oct 11 – Raleigh, NC @ The Ritz
Oct 13 – Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore
Oct 15 – Boston, MA @ Home of Blues
Oct 16 – Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore
Oct 17 – New York, NY @ Pier 17 Rooftop
Oct 19 – Silver Spring, MD @ The Fillmore
Oct 24 – St. Louis, MO @ The Pageant
Oct 26 – Detroit, MI @ The Fillmore
Get tickets at livenation.com.
