Johannesburg, South Africa – Friday, 7 May 2021 – Leagan Starchild announces his forthcoming body of work by releasing a new single, I’ll Be There.
Talented jazz artist, Leagan Starchild has affirmed his return to music with new single, I’ll Be There, featuring JustHlo. The single marks the second single from his upcoming EP titled, Ekyoto.
The two previously collaborated on the debut single from the project, Friend, which was the debut single from the EP.
I’ll Be There is affirmation of the availability of the EP for pre-order sales across all digital platforms. Leagan explaining the inspiration behind the EP wrote:
“When listening to this EP, I pray that this music transcends us to a place where we see no differences in one another.”
Explaining the inspiration behind the single, Leagan was quoted saying, “It was inspired by an encounter between long lost friends who finally reconnect. It’s a toast to an enduring friendship.”
The single is available across all streaming platforms. Download link here.
About Ekyoto:
After years as a dependable instrumentalist working with some of the biggest names in the country Leagan Starchild steps out on his own. He begins 2021 with a project that showcases his skill and versatility including vocals.
The eight track Ekyoto boasts influences from the great orchestra of nature and its sounds brought to scintillating jazz. Leagan brings his unique flavour of musicality and flair to the music industry.
The project has been in the making for five years and the quality of the workmanship and finesse is testament to the time invested in it. Each song has been painstakingly crafted and masterfully produced.
Leagan worked with Llewelyn George as a co-writer of a few songs and he credits him as one of the main people to walk him through the recording.
On his solo project, Leagan comments: ‘I’ve been wanting to do this for a long time but I didn’t know my truth. I needed my music to help people grow and contribute positively to society. There is a lot happening in life, and we need to cherish love, patience and care for others.
‘I’ve been through a lot in my life, so many ups and downs. I feel like I can help others and speak into their lives. I now know that it’s okay not to know everything and to always love yourself. In the past I allowed music to become small and my situations bigger. I have gone back to basics, and my message to people is love yourself and love on people.’
Natural elements permeate the record, the sounds of the waves of the sea, the wind in the trees, birds squawking and people chattering in the distance. His songs are a conduit that connects music lovers with the orchestra of nature and its beauty, undisturbed in its glory.
It’s a soundtrack of the streets and at the pulse and rhythm of everyday life punctuated with inspiring messages of affirmation and positivity.
