leon timbo

Leon Timbo is a country-soul singer-songwriter known for his unique blend of vintage soul, gospel, folk, R&B, and modern blues, and recognized for collaborations with notable artists and producers. After releasing his independently produced debut album, ‘Soul Sessions,’ in 2005, Leon Timbo solidified his presence as a country-soul singer-songwriter, touring extensively across the U.S. and cultivating a dedicated fan base. His career accelerated following a standout performance at Bishop T.D.

Continuing his prolific studio work and touring, Timbo embarked on notable collaborations, including sessions with music legends Quincy Jones and R. Kelly. With renewed encouragement from Tyrese Gibson, he commenced work on his next album alongside veteran producer Luther ‘Mano’ Hanes. Over a three-year creative period, they completed a 14-track album.

The pre-release single from this project, ‘What Love’s All About,’ achieved significant digital and radio success, paving the way for the full-length album’s release in August 2016 through Riverphlo/eOne. This collection further showcased Timbo’s unique blend of vintage soul, gospel, folk, R&B, and modern blues. In the years that followed, Timbo expanded his touring presence, notably performing with two-time Grammy Award-winning bassist Marcus Miller. This collaboration included a series of acclaimed, sold-out shows at prestigious venues such as Blue Note New York.

Through these recent releases and ongoing live performances, Leon Timbo remains a compelling force in contemporary music, recognized for his profound lyricism and genre-blending artistry that resonates with a broad international audience.