At the heart of the UK’s bubbling neo-soul scene is Harleighblu - a captivating multidisciplinary artist and songstress carving her own lane with a sound that’s both soulful and striking. Hailing from Nottingham, her music blends soul, hip hop, and jazz into a raw, honest fusion - rich in cultural references and grounded in straight-talking lyricism. Known for her distinctive vocal flow, sharp storytelling, and empowering messages around self-worth and feminism, Harleighblu is fast becoming one of the most unique and exciting voices in UK soul.

Her breakthrough came with the 2019 smash album She - a collaboration with German hip hop producer Bluestaeb - where she delivered poignant lyricism over soulful, boom bap-inspired instrumentation. The reception was overwhelmingly positive: She amassed over 5 million streams and sold more than 1,500 vinyl copies, with Spotify backing the record on flagship playlists including Butter and Jazz UK. She’s garnered critical acclaim from NME, Clash, Notion, GUAP, Highsnobiety, and HipHopDX, who hailed her as a UK soul star.

Harleighblu’s collaborative streak has taken her across continents. She joined forces with American hip hop artist and producer Illa J on two joint projects, embarking on a Carhartt-sponsored European tour in 2022 and selling out London’s legendary Jazz Café. Their creative relationship has continued to deepen - for Illa J’s 2025 album, she expanded her creative footprint - penning a song he performs and lending her voice as a featured artist on another - strengthening their transatlantic musical connection and cementing her presence within the U.S. soul and hip hop landscape.

Her genre-blending live sets have lit up stages at major festivals including Glastonbury, Bestival, Kendal Calling, Boomtown, Gilles Peterson’s Worldwide Festival, and Lollapalooza, where she headlined a stage. Her independent rise was also spotlighted in Unsigned: Backing the Dream - an American Express documentary now streaming on Amazon Prime - and she has collaborated with Rabanne as a featured beauty partner, expanding her creative universe beyond music. Alongside her live shows, Harleighblu regularly DJs for brands and in-store events, bringing her soulful, genre-blending sound to new audiences.

In 2025, Harleighblu returned to the road independently with The Mixtape Tour - a self-funded DIY UK run supported by Help Musicians that brought cassette culture and live beats to the forefront. The tour culminated in a headline performance at SXSW London, setting the tone for the next chapter.

Building on that momentum, Harleighblu is gearing up for her first U.S. tour in 2026 - introducing her hybrid artistry to new audiences across the States. With a self-produced solo record on the way, she’s entering a bold new era - expect lo-fi soul, dusty drum machines, fearless freestyles, and a global takeover.