Leon Thomas unleashes « PHOLKS », An Audacious Fusion of R&B and Psychedelia

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Leon Thomas: The Pen, The Voice, and The Experimenter

Grammy Award-winning artist, singer, producer, and songwriter Leon Thomas never rests on his laurels. Following the immense success of his Mutt album (2024), the artist returns with the highly anticipated EP « PHOLKS », released on October 24, 2025, via EZMNY/Motown Records.

This seven-track project is a bold sonic statement, marrying his R&B and Soul roots with influences from Funk, Psychedelic Rock, and Black Rock. « PHOLKS is a love letter to the beautiful chaos and the need to feel, » he stated, emphasizing his intent to create music that challenges and explores.

A Seven-Track Journey into the Unknown

The EP is a showcase of raw musicality, richly produced by Thomas and his close collaborators (Freaky Rob and D. Phelps, the team behind the breakout hit « Mutt »). Listening to it is a journey:

• « Just How You Are«  and « My Muse« : Introduce a groove-first atmosphere, highlighting Thomas’s impeccable vocal control.
• « 5MoreMinutes« : Rides on a funky, « stank-face-inducing » bassline, capturing the fleeting moments spent with someone special.
• « Trapped«  and « Baccarat« : Two tracks that emphasize the project’s musicality, addressing the ache of a relationship’s demise, where the voice blends into the soundscape rather than soaring above it.
• « Lone Wolf » (feat. 4batz): The EP’s sole collaboration, which closes the project with a note of deep reflection.

For Leon Thomas, « PHOLKS » is more than a supplement to his work; it is proof of his relentless ambition to define the next era of R&B—music that is emotionally complex and rhythmically innovative.

FME Booking: Book Leon Thomas’s Electrifying Live Experience

The release of « PHOLKS » coincides with the expansion of his highly successful world tour, the « Mutts Don’t Heel Tour, » which has already sold SOLD OUT across most North American cities, will continues into Europe in 2026.

Leon Thomas’s performances are demonstrations of his versatile talent—he is as much a powerful vocalist as he is a charismatic musician. His ability to transform songs into extended jam sessions makes him an exceptional headliner for festivals and events demanding a fusion of Soul, Funk, and modern R&B.

Seize the opportunity to host an artist who doesn’t just follow trends but creates them.

Contact the FME Booking team today for availability and rates for the 2026 tour dates.