LEADR (musician)

LEADR

Born|

Tampa, Florida

Nationality| American
Citizenship| United States
Occupation|

* Singer
* Songwriter
* Musician
* Record Producer

Years active| 2017-present
Website| leadrmusic.com

Alexander Tang, popularly known as LEADR is an American singer, songwriter, and producer best known for their songs Gaia, 11:11, Waves[1] and Hi, I’m Human.[2][3][4][5] LEADR is regarded as one of the fastest-growing musical artists in America and has gained recognition for imbibing a unique visual spectacle with signature pointed ears, acrylic nails, and recycled fashionable clothes.

LEADR is an indie-pop artist, who is highly acclaimed for their blend of synth-pop, electronic,[6] indie dance, and futurist elements in their songs. They have performed at The Resident, The Peppermint Club, The Mint, and The Study and have even opened for UK pop artist Bright Light Bright Light at The Satellite.

LEADR is also known for their firm advocacy for the LGBTQIA+[7] and at-risk youth community. They have been featured in several media outlets including Billboard, Atwood Magazine,[8][9] MTV,[10] Thread,[11][12] Naluda Magazine,[13] The New Nine,[14][15] The 360 Magazine,[16] Unclear Magazine,[17][18] and others.[19][20]

## Contents

* 1 Early life and education
* 2 Career
* 3 Discography
* 4 In the media
* 5 References
* 6 External links

## Early life and education[edit]

LEADR was born in Tampa, Florida, and raised in New Jersey. They were raised in the 90’s to traditional Vietnamese parents and faced prejudice concerning their sexuality and them being queer.[21]

While growing up, LEADR was greatly influenced by Grimes, BTS, Billie Eilish, James Blake, Troye Sivan, and Lana Del Rey’s music and found solace in music.

## Career[edit]

LEADR started their career as a music artist in 2018 with the release of their debut song Waves[22] which acquired great public reception. With the rising popularity of this song, LEADR emerged as one of the leading indie music artists in the country, and their song was even selected by the Starbucks Corporation to play at their locations worldwide.[23][24]

In the same year, they released 11:11,[25] their second song, for which LEADR garnered acclaim from the likes of BILLBOARD,[26][27][28] Vogue, Dancing Astronaut,[29] and several other media outlets.[30]

In March of 2020, LEADR, apart from releasing other songs, also led a group of artists to cover John Lennon’s “Imagine” which they shared on Facebook. This cover was highly appreciated by the likes of Yoko Ono, The Beatles, and John Lennon and was even shared on their Twitter accounts.

In May 2021, LEADR covered "Slow Burn" by Kacey Musgraves and it was shared by her on Instagram.

LEADR has been on multiple editorial playlists on Spotify.[31][32] SPOTIFY’s Out Now & AAPI Pride (Hi, I'm Human), Fresh Finds: Indie (for “3am”)[33] and Sagittarius Cosmic (for “Gaia”) playlists.[34]

## Discography[edit]

S.No.  | Title  | Year  | Type

|
|
|

1  | Clear (with Sebastiano Serafini) | 2017  | Single
2  | Waves[35] | 2018  | Single
3  | 11:11[36] | 2018  | Single
4  | White Bird  | 2018  | Single
5  | Gaia  | 2020  | Single
6  | 3am[37][38] | 2020  | Single
7  | 6Ft Winter  | 2020  | Single
8  | Hi, I’m Human[39] | 2021  | Single
9  | Carousel  | 2021  | Single
10  | I’m Alright[40][41][42] | 2021  | Single

## In the media[edit]

## References[edit]

1. ↑ "leadr releases debut single waves". trendsettersnews.wordpress.com. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
2. ↑ "Dedicated to AAPI Victims of Hate Crimes, LEADR's "Hi, I'm Human" Is a Song of Love & Connection". Atwood Magazine. 29 March 2021. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
3. ↑ "LEADR accompanies his new single 'Hi, I'm Human' with the release of some stunning new visuals". BUSK MUSIC. 8 April 2021. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
4. ↑ "LEADR / Hi, I'm Human | Early Rising". earlyrising.co. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
5. ↑ "Singer LEADR pushes forward message of love and unity with song 'Hi, I'm Human'". sports.yahoo.com. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
6. ↑ "An Interview With the LA-Based Electro-Pop Musician, LE△DER! | All Access Music". music.allaccess.com. 8 February 2018. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
7. ↑ "Music Releases: LGBT songs of July 2021". readsrainbow.com. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
8. ↑ "atwoodmagazine". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
9. ↑ "Premiere: The Ethereal White Energy of LE∆DR's Debut "Waves"". Atwood Magazine. 7 February 2018. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
10. ↑ Staff, MTV News. "Bop Shop: Songs From Jamila Woods, Syd, Kyle, And More". MTV News. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
11. ↑ "LEADR". thread. :). Retrieved 13 September 2021.
12. ↑ "LEADR". thread. :). Retrieved 13 September 2021.
13. ↑ "Interview with indie/pop singer, songwriter and producer LEADR". www.naludamagazine.com. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
14. ↑ "New Music Alert: LEADR x Wundr's "3am" | The New Nine". thenewnine.com. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
15. ↑ "LEADR Makes The Dreamiest Music | The New Nine". thenewnine.com. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
16. ↑ "LEADR releases brand new single 11:11". 360 MAGAZINE | ART + MUSIC + DESIGN + FASHION + AUTO + TRAVEL + FOOD + HEALTH. 25 August 2018. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
17. ↑ "Unclear Magazine - PRIDE ISSUE 2021-B - Page 22-23 - Created with Publitas.com". view.publitas.com. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
18. ↑ "leadr interview". unclearmag.com. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
19. ↑ "INsiders Guide: Ryan Caraveo, Maxwell Varey, LEADR, Dasha, Warp Trio, The Final Chapters of Richard Brown Winters, MrMyish, Bushrod, Rosenblume, Erez Zobary, Kevin Hackett, Indigo, Eunice Keitan, June3rd, Keegan Trumpour..." OutLoud! Culture. 4 August 2021. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
20. ↑ "INsiders Guide: Miynt, Kris Angelis, Rence, Talia Jackson, Aibai, AJR, Sophia Fracassi, Ekelle, CUBE, Shrines, Twin Diver, Olive B, JULIANA EYE, Sneakbo, Eadie, Amos the Kid, ZOLA, My Life as Ali Thomas..." OutLoud! Culture. 4 April 2021. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
21. ↑ "Queer Necessities: Jon Ali's August 2021 Playlist, Featuring Cakes da Killa & More!". Jon ALi's Blog. 10 August 2021. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
22. ↑ "LE∆DR - Waves (Video)". Popmuzik (in svenska). 8 February 2018. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
23. ↑ "LEADR Wants To Remind You He's Human - And So Are You!". PlNKWIFI. 8 April 2021. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
24. ↑ "Freshly Squeezed, Vol. 33: LOLO, More Than This, Dua Lipa & more". bsidesbadlands.com. 9 February 2018. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
25. ↑ "LEADR - 11:11 (feat. TXVX) (Video)". Popmuzik (in svenska). 28 August 2018. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
26. ↑ "Leadr Works Through His Painful Past on Hypnotic Single 'Gaia': Premiere". Billboard. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
27. ↑ "leadr zee machine indie artists imagine video". billboard.com. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
28. ↑ "Indie-Dance Musician Leadr Channels Religious Renaissance Paintings in Ethereal '11:11' Music Video". Billboard. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
29. ↑ "Launchpad Playlist: Get the night started with this grab bag of goodies". Dancing Astronaut. 6 May 2018. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
30. ↑ Media, High Vibes (1 October 2019). "HVM Highlighted Artist: LEADR". High Vibes Media. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
31. ↑ "TNT - Top New Tracks for the week". Spotify. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
32. ↑ "Release Radar - 09/04/21". Spotify. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
33. ↑ "LEADR x Wundr - 3am (Live from Home) Artist Feature". WE FOUND NEW MUSIC. 8 May 2020. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
34. ↑ "AAPI Pride". Spotify. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
35. ↑ Vigil, Dom. "LE∆DR Shares Music Video for Debut Single, "Waves" | Prelude Press". thepreludepress.com. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
36. ↑ "LEADR - 11:11 feat. TXVX - ParaPOP". parapop.net. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
37. ↑ "LA's LEADR Teams Up With Wundr And Brings The Feels With Latest Single '3am'". Australian Music News | AAA BACKSTAGE. 27 April 2020. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
38. ↑ "leadr-x-wundr 3am". punchland.com. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
39. ↑ Papathanasopoulos, Vasili (12 May 2021). "SPOTLIGHT ON LEADR". Milky. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
40. ↑ "LEADR – I'm Alright (2021)". The Other Side Reviews. 26 August 2021. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
41. ↑ Suri, Kirti (28 July 2021). "LEADR - I'm Alright (Indie Pop) - Sinusoidal Review". sinusoidalmusic.com. Retrieved 13 September 2021.
42. ↑ link, Get; Apps, Other. "LEADR drops captivating new single, "I'm Alright"". itsallindie.com. Retrieved 13 September 2021.

## External links[edit]

* Official Website
* LEADR on Facebook
* LEADR on Instagram
* LEADR's channel on YouTube
* LEADR on Twitter
* LEADR on TikTok