"Vocally, Bilal is untethered - there’s nothing he can’t do. The jazz, soul, R&B, and hip-hop communities recognize his genius." - NPR Tiny Desk
Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and producer Bilal blends genres like soul, jazz, and hip-hop. Known for his wide vocal range and energetic live shows, Bilal has collaborated with artists including Kendrick Lamar, Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Questlove, Common, Erykah Badu, The Roots, Robert Glasper and others.
He released two albums in 2024 – Bilal: Live at Glasshous, and Adjust Brightness. A mid-career retrospective featuring Questlove, Common, Robert Glasper, and Burniss Travis, Bilal: Live at Glasshous presented Bilal within an ensemble of luminaries to reimagine standouts from his classic repertoire, shining a spotlight on his ever-evolving artistry that asserts he is at the height of his powers, eternally honing his craft and finding new edges in his voice. It is a powerful reminder of Bilal’s dynamic vocal abilities and songwriting mastery. ...
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"Vocally, Bilal is untethered - there’s nothing he can’t do. The jazz, soul, R&B, and hip-hop communities recognize his genius." - NPR Tiny Desk
Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and producer Bilal blends genres like soul, jazz, and hip-hop. Known for his wide vocal range and energetic live shows, Bilal has collaborated with artists including Kendrick Lamar, Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Questlove, Common, Erykah Badu, The Roots, Robert Glasper and others.
He released two albums in 2024 – Bilal: Live at Glasshous, and Adjust Brightness. A mid-career retrospective featuring Questlove, Common, Robert Glasper, and Burniss Travis, Bilal: Live at Glasshous presented Bilal within an ensemble of luminaries to reimagine standouts from his classic repertoire, shining a spotlight on his ever-evolving artistry that asserts he is at the height of his powers, eternally honing his craft and finding new edges in his voice. It is a powerful reminder of Bilal’s dynamic vocal abilities and songwriting mastery.
That was followed with his first album of new music in eight years titled Adjust Brightness, which marks a new chapter for Bilal. The album features 11 brand-new tracks that will take listeners on his most daring musical journey yet. Adjust Brightness represents a bold step forward in Bilal’s already innovative sound, blending his deep love of soul, funk, and jazz with futuristic, electronic, and abstract elements. This album is a giant step forward, as Bilal merges his organic, soulful roots with experimental electronic influences inspired by artists like Aphex Twin and Stereolab. Listeners can expect an immersive sonic experience that defies genre conventions, as Bilal continues to evolve and refine his unique style.
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