Leon Thomas, the Multi-hyphenate artist speaks with Brewer Media Group to reflect on his early beginnings, recent achievements- including a powerful new album as his creative path he’s forging ahead. From child actor to chart-topping producer and Grammy-winning songwriter, Thomas is living proof that when talent meets hustle, greatness follows.
You might remember him as André Harris on Victorious or even catch a memory of his voice as Tyrone on The Backyardigans. However, Thomas’ journey started way before Hollywood fame—his first acting gig came through a family friend, and from there, his career took off. “I got really lucky and was prepared,” Thomas says. “My life changed in that moment.”
Since then, Thomas has kept that same fire. He’s collaborated with former castmates like Ariana Grande— “she’s an amazing friend,” he says—and has worked with industry heavyweights like SZA (Snooze) and Rick Ross (Gold Roses).
His latest project Mutt, featuring the breakout single that shares the same title, has become a fan favorite. The song has racked up over 8.5 million views on YouTube and pulls in millions of streams daily. Interesting enough with all the popularity, Thomas is not chasing numbers, instead he’s crafting therapy in musical form. “It was kind of like therapy,” he says about making the album, crediting co-writer Busy Crook and his own personal experiences as creative fuel. “My family said, ‘This is the one.’ And my mom couldn’t have been more right.”
Mutt is more than just a title—it was a mission of self-
reflection. Originally called The Inventor, the album evolved, just like Thomas’s sound. He describes it as a blend between R&B, rock, alternative, and everything in between. “My love for Black rock stars and rock & roll period—it all plays a part,” he explains. “I just want to write great songs and be fearless.”
Tracks like Vibes Don’t Lie, Yes It Is, Lucid Dreams, and Farfetch’d dive deep into love, vulnerability, frustration, and self-discovery, resonating in a world full of chaos and confusion. When asked how to fix modern-day relationship struggles, Thomas offers a grounded solution: “More transparent conversation… person to person. Real, honest ‘here’s what I’m feeling’ talks.”
With Leon Thomas already selling out shows, even overseas, it’s clear to see his grind is far from over. “Faith without works is nothing,” he says. “I’m grinding every second I can.” He’s not just riding a wave—he’s creating one.
From Nickelodeon fame to becoming a genre-blending musical powerhouse, Thomas is building his legacy on passion, perseverance, and authenticity. And of course we’re all watching.
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