Lucas returns with new track “Bassline”

Coming out of London’s indie R&B scene, Lucas is a singer-songwriter whose smooth blend of R&B, pop and soul feels equally informed by tradition and thoroughly cutting edge. His sound is wrapped in the warmth of the 90s, those glowing harmonies and slow-burning grooves, but shines with a modern vibe that places him firmly in today’s sphere of forward-thinking UK artists. His music has always been about connection and his ability to translate emotion into sound and to move between genres has seen him strike a chord with listeners around the world.

A graduate of the Academy of Contemporary Music, an institution known for shaping standout UK talent, Lucas has spent years developing his voice as a performer as well as a writer and producer. His influences form a hall of fame of modern and classic R&B from Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson to Mary J. Blige, Ne-Yo, The Weeknd and Justin Timberlake, resulting in a sound that’s timeless in feel, yet modern in delivery.

Lucas first made an impact online with his soulful reinterpretations of Craig David classics, performances that quickly went viral and caught the attention of Craig David himself and his team. Soon after, BBC Introducing began spotlighting Lucas as one of the UK’s most promising new voices, a moment that marked his official transition from covers to original artistic output. Among his most notable appearances is his set at London’s iconic Tramp private members club, a venue whose history of glamour and intimacy proved to be the perfect stage for his thrilling live presence.

For over a decade, he’s been sharing his studio sound, unveiling his musical vision in 2015 with the debut single “One More Time,” followed up by a string of well received tracks. Now, after a creative pause since 2019, Lucas returns with his brand new single titled “Bassline,” a sultry new jam produced by David Lucius King. It’s a statement piece that distills everything he’s learned from years of performing, writing and exploring his own vision, blending the appeal of classic R&B with the slick energy of modern pop.

Stacked with the pulse of soft key tones, the crisp shuffle of percussion injects an infectious groove as Lucas’ alluring vocals glide above to spin instantly catchy hooks throughout. Flowing with rattling hi hats and overlapping vocal lines, the track glides with immersive instrumentation capped by Lucas’ magnetic charisma to deliver a stunning musical moment that marks his return in spectacular fashion.

Looking ahead, 2026 is set to be an incredible year, with Lucas preparing to release a series of new tracks, collaborating with an impressive circle of producers and songwriters, including Giampaolo Pasquile, a creative powerhouse known for working with Will.i.am, Lil Wayne and Mike Posner, whose projects collectively have generated over a billion streams. As he continues to shine on his highly anticipated return to the music scene, we can’t wait to see what Lucas has in store next on his exciting musical adventure.

Listen to Bassline below

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