Ty Dolla Sign has declared Leon Thomas the “new king” of R&B, lauding the singer-songwriter’s artistry and work ethic in a recent Billboard interview. The West Coast star, who previously teamed up with Thomas on tracks like “FAR FETCHED” and “Love Jones,” described him as “the easiest artist I’ve worked with — ever in life.” Thomas is signed to Ty Dolla Sign’s EZMNY imprint and played a key creative role on Ty Dolla Sign and Kanye West’s VULTURES collaboration, contributing to songs such as “BURN,” “SLIDE,” and “FOREVER ROLLING.”
Beyond his work with Ty Dolla Sign, Leon Thomas is a recognized force behind the scenes, co-writing and producing hits like SZA’s “Snooze,” Drake’s “Love All,” and Ella Mai’s “Not Another Love Song.” His versatility as a singer, producer, songwriter, and musician has helped him emerge as a solo act, with his album MUTT and the upcoming “Mutts Don’t Heel Tour” positioning him at the forefront of contemporary R&B.
Ty Dolla Sign also shared a behind-the-scenes moment from a label meeting with Capitol and Motown Records, praising Thomas’s meticulous approach. Thomas reportedly arrived with a full PowerPoint presentation outlining his creative vision for MUTT, including concepts for visuals, stage design, video directors, and potential stylists — a level of preparation that impressed label executives and collaborators alike.
With MUTT’s detailed rollout, standout features from artists like Masego and Wale, and Thomas’s unwavering attention to detail, his transition from in-demand songwriter to solo star is gaining serious momentum. Meanwhile, Ty Dolla Sign is preparing for a busy year himself, with his highly anticipated album TYCOON set for release before the end of 2025. Both artists have hinted at the possibility of more collaborations in the near future as their respective projects continue to unfold.
Chad is a professional journalist specializing in Hip-Hop culture and writing music reviews.
