Leamount shares new album ‘noneofthisisperfect (deluxe)’

Leamount is a singer-songwriter from The Bahamas who challenges stereotypes and cultural expectations through his compelling musical offering. Growing up on a small island, he faced limited opportunities to pursue music professionally, particularly as a Caribbean artist whose sound diverges from the stereotypical “summer music” often associated with the region.

As a queer man living in a culture resistant to non-traditional identities, his journey has come with many challenges. Yet, these hurdles have only fuelled his determination to create a sound that reflects the depth, diversity and global impact of Black music.

Inspired by a wide range of artists from Bahamian icons Joseph Spence and Tony McKay to global legends like Prince, Janet Jackson, Frank Ocean and Beyoncé, Leamount’s artistic work is a dazzling blend of influences. His music flows across various genres, incorporating elements of alternative R&B, indie pop and the storied yet underrepresented heritage of Bahamian folk traditions.

First sharing his sound in 2021 with the single “D O Y O U” with Shad Fer and Kenique Maria, he’s since shared multiple well received singles and his debut full-length record, noneofthisisperfect, which arrived last September. Now, Leamount has returned with noneofthisisperfect (deluxe), an extended version of the album that deepens the project’s themes and provides the perfect run through of his musical world.

Paying homage to Leamount’s roots while venturing into new musical areas, across the thirteen tracks, he serves up a stunning pop-focused sound that reimagines traditional Bahamian influences and filters them through his own highly original sonic lens. Recorded over two years, noneofthisisperfect (deluxe) distils the dualities of life; both intimate and expansive, tender yet uncompromisingly daring, raw but hopeful. The album was born from a moment of profound realisation for Leamount that art, much like life, doesn’t need to be flawless to shine.

From the upbeat and catchy opening jam “Focus,” to the smooth progressive R&B vibes of “Naked Twister” to mellow and sultry grooves of closing outing “Scottie (Spin the Block),” Leamount lays down an truly and exceptionally enjoyable listening experience. It’s a sensational work that deftly balances familiar and accessible writing with his performance flair and pure originality.

Listen to noneofthisisperfect (deluxe) below