Leee John (Imagination) and Byron Stingily (Ten City) join forces on ‘Proud & Bold,’ an energising, disco‑driven celebration of self‑belief, resilience and unity that blends their signature falsetto styles with contemporary soul‑dance production. Written and produced by Leee John and Dee Vaz, the track rides on funky guitar lines, sweeping strings and infectious drums, supported by a strong cast of musicians including Shumya, Crispin Taylor, Isaiah Brown, Yves Erson, Toby Baker and Dee Vaz. Their voices intertwine with a warmth and uplift that reflects a long‑running creative connection dating back to their first meeting in a Chicago record store and later collaborations such as ‘Give Into Love’ and ‘U Turn Me On.’ With remixes from DJ Destruction, Ernie McKone and Erique Dial, ‘Proud & Bold’ stands as a vibrant, heartfelt statement from two of soulful dance music’s most distinctive artists, finally capturing the full vocal power Leee always believed they could achieve together.
“When I wrote ‘Proud & Bold’, I looked at the world around me – the struggles people face, the political divisions, and the challenges so many are dealing with every day. I wanted to write a song that represents positivity, hope, and upliftment for everyone.” – Leee John
‘Proud & Bold’ will be released on all platforms on July 24th 2026 on LJ Music Ltd.
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