Jalen Ngonda brings back the golden age of Motown – or rather, all the great American soul music of the last century. Marvin Gaye’s soulful falsetto and romantic lyrics, Curtis Mayfield’s driving rhythms and organic sound, and Prince’s sensitivity – it’s all in the American artist’s DNA. At the same time, Ngonda is entirely his own person. The singer-songwriter has a unique, versatile voice and plays multiple instruments. His critically acclaimed debut album, Come Around And Love Me, was released on Daptone in 2023. It earned him praise from stars like Snoop Dogg, Jill Scott, and Olivia Dean. None other than Elton John predicted that he would become a major star, and that prediction might just come true. Ngonda regularly sells out venues on both sides of the Atlantic, captivating audiences in no time.
