Jalen Ngonda is a nu-soul artist whose compositions are influenced by classical and contemporary soul. Whatever sub-genre the musicologists of our generation might cite to describe his music, there is no denying that Jalen Ngonda is a fascinating artist.

A devotee of the pioneers of soul, Jalen Ngonda has developed a rich, nuanced voice that sets him apart from other artists. However, despite his attachment to the roots of soul music, his music is resolutely modern and fresh. In composing his songs, he draws inspiration from everything around him and from everyday life in general. ‘To an outsider, I’d say my music is soul/R&B, while trying to insert the Beach Boys and Beatles somewhere.’ Having recently joined the powerful Daptone Records stable, Jalen Ngonda unveiled her highly anticipated debut album, ‘Come Around and Love Me’, in September 2023.