Leon Thomas

Grammy-winning Brooklyn native Leon Thomas seamlessly bridges the worlds of music, acting, and
production. Signed to Ty Dolla $ign’s EZMNY Records in 2022, Thomas made a notable debut with his
album Electric Dusk (2023), featuring collaborations with Victoria Monét, Benny the Butcher, and Ty
Dolla $ign. Tracks like “Breaking Point” and “Crash & Burn” have garnered over 151 million global
streams, cementing his place as a rising star in contemporary R&B. His groundbreaking work on SZA’s
“Snooze” earned him a Grammy in 2024, further highlighting his influence in shaping the genre.
Thomas’s sophomore album, MUTT, was named Billboard's No. 1 R&B Album of 2024 and held the No. 1
spot on Apple Music's R&B/Soul chart for multiple weeks. The album, with over 315.7 million streams
globally, also debuted in the top 10 worldwide on Apple Music and earned spots on Revolt, HuffPost,
UPROXX, and more Best Albums and Best Songs of 2024 lists. Its breakout title track, “MUTT,” hit No. 1
on Billboard’s Hot R&B Songs chart, Adult R&B Airplay chart, Urban Radio, and the UK R&B Singles Chart,
while reaching No. 13 on the Billboard Hot 100. The single is now officially RIAA Certified Platinum. With
standout tracks like “Far Fetched” ft. Ty Dolla $ign, “MUTT,” “Vibes Don’t Lie,” and “Yes It Is,” the album
delves into the complexities of love and ambition. Featuring collaborations with Ty Dolla $ign, Wale,
Baby Rose, and Masego, MUTT underscores Thomas’s ability to push the boundaries of modern R&B. In
May 2025, he released MUTT Deluxe: HEEL, a bold continuation of his sophomore album via
EZMNY/Motown Records. Digging deeper into his sonic universe, HEEL delivers a fearless blend of
psychedelic R&B, rock textures, and soul, with new collaborations from Kehlani, Big Sean, and Halle.
Where MUTT explored duality, HEEL bares its teeth, honing in on themes of singlehood, connection, and
self-exposure with tightly crafted compositions and distinct creative clarity. Thomas’s TV debut on The
Late Show with Stephen Colbert showcased his undeniable musicality, while his viral NPR Tiny Desk
performance, which peaked at No. 2 on YouTube, further cemented his global cultural influence. Named
Billboard's Chartbreaker and MTV PUSH’s Artist of the Month in March 2025, Thomas first joined Blxst on
tour in the fall of 2024 before embarking on his completely sold-out MUTT headline tour in support of
the album. Beyond music, Thomas has made notable appearances on Nickelodeon’s Victorious and
HBO’s Insecure.