| GRAMMY® WINNER LEON THOMAS RELEASES DELUXE EDITION OF CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED SOPHOMORE ALBUM MUTT; HEELOUT NOW VIA EZMNY/MOTOWN RECORDS FEATURING BIG SEAN, HALLE, KEHLANI, CHRIS BROWN, TY DOLLA $IGN, WALE, MASEGO AND MORE LISTEN HERE SET TO PERFORM ON JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE! & BET AWARDS IN JUNE RECEIVES BEST NEW ARTIST AND BEST MALE R&B/POP ARTIST NOMINATIONS FOR 2025 BET AWARDS “MUTT” HITS NO. 1 ON HOT R&B SONGS, ADULT R&B AIRPLAY CHART, URBAN RADIO, AND NO. 13 ON THE BILLBOARD HOT 100 + #1 ON THE UK R&B SINGLES CHART WATCH LEON THOMAS’ VIRAL NPR TINY DESK AND LATE NIGHT TV DEBUT ON THE LATE SHOW WITH STEPHEN COLBERT  Download Hi-Res Album Artwork HERELEON THOMAS MUTT ALBUM PRESS PRAISE“Through his thorough examination of romance in the social media age, singlehood, and the vast expanse of Black music, Leon Thomas’ Mutt stands as the most stunning R&B album of 2024.” – BILLBOARD “Thomas not only pays homage to the musical influences of his childhood but also pushes the boundaries of modern Black music. It’s a daring and emotionally rich album that cements his place as one of R&B’s most exciting voices.” –ESSENCE “MUTT authentically documents the hardships and complexities of love lost while balancing pain with insights into a lesson learned. It’s all wrapped up and laid out over one of the best R&B albums of the year.” – VIBE “With ‘Mutt,’ Leon Thomas Becomes A Top Dog In R&B.” – HUFF POST GRAMMY Award-winning artist Leon Thomas unveils HEEL, the deluxe edition of his critically acclaimed sophomore album, MUTT, via EZMNY/Motown Records. A natural continuation of the original, HEELdigs deeper into Leon’s sonic universe, fetching a bold blend of psychedelic R&B, rock textures, soul, and boundary-pushing production. New collaborations with Kehlani, Big Sean, and Halle elevate the project’s emotional and musical scope, as Leon hones his reflections on singlehood, connection, and self-exposure. With tightly crafted compositions and distinct creative clarity, Thomas delivers a fearless extension of his signature sound–unleashing bite where MUTT once explored duality. HEEL doesn’t just follow; it bares its teeth. Listen HERE. MUTT Deluxe: HEEL’s focus track, “NOT FAIR,” is a sultry confessional that captures the disarming power of desire. With piano-laced production and hypnotic harmonies, Leon unpacks the emotional whiplash of loving someone who knows exactly how to pull you in and push you away – a devoted mutt chasing a love that refuses to heel. “NOT FAIR” lingers in a space of elusive, intoxicating intimacy and mysticism. Last month, Leon released his single “RATHER BE ALONE” featuring multi Grammy-nominated artist and actress, Halle. A hypnotic blend of R&B infused with smoky soul and rock influences, the track is a soulful reckoning about walking away when love no longer serves you, and choosing personal peace over the chaos of what once was. Unfolding like a slow-burning confession, wrapped in hazy guitar and swelling strings, Leon’s smooth vocals intertwine seamlessly with Halle’s airy delivery, adding a subtle, psychedelic touch. Listen HERE. Leon’s boldly introspective and highly acclaimed second studio album, MUTT, continues to push the boundaries of modern R&B, blending soulful melodies with rock influences and experimental production. Amassing over 1.1 billion streams, the album’s title track originally entered the Billboard Hot 100 in February 2025 and is steadily climbing, recently jumping from #15 to #13 – marking Leon’s first Top 40 hit and his debut entry on the Hot 100. The track also reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot R&B Songs chart, as well as the R&B Digital Song Sales and R&B Streaming Songs charts. A high-impact remix featuring Chris Brown helped introduce the record to an even broader audience, fueling its rise to No. 1 on Billboard’s Adult R&B Airplay chart, No. 1 at Urban Radio, and the UK R&B Singles Chart. Leon is currently the digital cover star of GAFFERMagazine and will appear on Jimmy Kimmel Live! onJune 3. Leon has also been nominated for Best New Artist and Best Male R&B/Pop Artist and will be performing on the mainstage at the upcoming 2025 BET Awards. “MUTT” has also been certifiedplatinum, highlighting its widespread acclaim. Featuring collaborations with Ty Dolla $ign, Freddie Gibbs, Wale, and more, MUTT vividly explores the multifaceted nature of love – from the exhilarating rush of singlehood to the nuanced depths of emotional intimacy. Thomas weaves a narrative that fearlessly peels back layers of vulnerability, grappling with themes of fame, emotional detachment, and the quest for genuine connection. Leon Thomas continues to redefine modern R&B, becoming an emblem of the genre and shaping its cultural landscape. MUTT has garnered widespread critical acclaim, named the #1 R&B Album of 2024 by Billboard and VIBE. It has also earned spots on several other Best of 2024 lists, further solidifying its status as one of the year’s standout releases. Billboarddescribes him as “one of the hottest names in R&B,” with MUTT being hailed as “the most stunning R&B album of 2024.” VIBE called it “one of the best R&B albums of the year,” while Essence celebrated it for pushing the boundaries of Black music, cementing Leon as “one of R&B’s most exciting voices.” Leon continues to cement himself as a generational star. His NPR Tiny Desk performance went viral, peaking at #2 on YouTube and #5 on X, further iconizing his influence in music and culture. This year, he was named Billboard’s Chartbreaker and MTV PUSH’s Artist of the Month, in addition to making his TV debut on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, and first cover with GUAP Magazine. Last year, Leon Thomas took MUTT on the road for his completely sold-out 13-stop North American headline tour. He also joined BLXST’s I Will Always Come Find You tour as a special guest, bringing their collaboration on the “Crash & Burn” remix from Thomas’s 2023 debut album Electric Dusk to life on stage. With back-to-back sold-out shows and high-profile tour appearances, Thomas continues to cement himself as one of R&B’s most dynamic live performers. From a viral Tiny Desk to BET nods and Hot 100 climbs, Leon Thomas has spent the last year rewriting R&B’s rulebook. With MUTT Deluxe: HEEL, Leon pushes his momentum further–fiercer, bolder, and taking his vision even further. LISTEN TO MUTT DELUXE: HEEL HERE LISTEN TO MUTT HERE WATCH THE VIDEO FOR “MUTT (REMIX)” FT. FREDDIE GIBBS HERE WATCH THE VIDEO FOR “FAR FETCHED” FT. TY DOLLA $IGN HERE LISTEN TO “MUTT (CB REMIX)” HERE |
 Download Hi-Res Tracklist Artwork HERE HEEL TRACKLISTSIDE A1. How Fast2. Safe Place3. Dancing With Demons4. Vibes Don’t Lie5. Lucid Dreams ft. Masego6. Feelings On Silent ft. Wale7. Answer Your Phone SIDE B1. Yes It Is2. Far Fetched ft. Ty Dolla $ign3. Sooner or Later ft. Axlfolie4. MUTT5. I Do6. I Used To ft. Baby Rose7. MUTT (Remix) ft. Freddie Gibbs SIDE C1. Heel2. MUTT (Remix) [CB Remix]3. Party Favors ft. Big Sean4. Not Fair SIDE D1. Prize2. Rather Be Alone ft. Halle3. Dirt On My Shoes ft. Kehlani4. Catch A Stray |