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Leela James is a Los Angeles native and soul singer who cites James Brown, Roberta Flack, and Gladys Knight, among others, as influences. Her deep, rich and gritty vocals easily draw comparisons to Aretha Franklin and Gladys Knight. Her debut album was released on June 21, 2005, entitled A Change Is Gonna Come. The album is a soul music record incorporating the styles of 1960s and 1970s American soul singers, with a mixture of funk, R&B and gospel influences. The first single from the album, entitled "Music," laments what Leela James sees as the decline of hip hop and soul music and asks for a return to the artistry of musicians of earlier decades. Leela co-wrote most of the tracks on her debut album, with two notable exceptions being her cover of No Doubt's "Don't Speak," and the classic song by Sam Cooke for which the album is named.
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R&b, Soul, Rnb-soul, R&b/soul
The venue needed to be better organized. Sections and seat location were all messed up. Not what was printed on our tickets. Leela only did 4 songs and the audio was poor. Hard to understand the lyrics.
Celebrity Theatre Phoenix, AZIntimate and personal. Leela did not disappoint. What an awesome, upfront experience. Row H, seat 1 and row C, seat 3!!! The Florida Theater!!! Love ❤️ it!
Florida Theatre Jacksonville, FLLeVelle took us to church. Leela James soothed my soul. Anthony Hamilton feed my soul. I attended the concert as an early birthday gift to myself on Easter Sunday 🩷🩷🎊
Cable Dahmer Arena Independence, MOAmazing time from beginning to end. She was at home with us and left everyone filling loved. She brought soul and funk together. Creating the perfect marriage ✨️
MSU Riley Center Meridian, MSWouldn’t have missed! She was so great ! Wish the band would lower the music so you can appreciate artists voice? And Lela has such a soulful voice! A common occurrence!
Lincoln Theatre Columbus, OHYes, Leela James is currently on tour. If you're interested in attending an upcoming Leela James concert, make sure to grab your tickets in advance. The Leela James tour is scheduled for 11 dates across 11 cities. Get information on all upcoming tour dates and tickets for 2026-2027 with Hypebot.
Leela James is scheduled to play 11 shows between 2026-2027. Buy concert tickets to a nearby show through Hypebot.
Leela James's tour starts Aug 22, 2026 and ends on Nov 14, 2026. They will play 11 cities; their most recent concert was held in Winston-salem at Winston Salem Fairgrounds Annex and their next upcoming concert will be in Tupelo at Cadence Bank Arena.
As part of the Leela James tour, Leela James is scheduled to play across the following venues and cities:
