Jalen Ngonda

Between Maryland and Liverpool, Jalen Ngonda has crafted a distinctive soul signature that draws on the 1960s without slipping into nostalgia. At L’Olympia in Paris on Thursday 8 October 2026, he will present Doctrine Of Love, his new album released on 5 June, and continue a musical narrative already well defined on stage. Carried by a clear, expressive voice, his music blends polished grooves, prominent bass and measured tempos, with pop inflections that catch the ear. On stage he favors a compact instrumental setup where the rhythm section provides the glue, while guitar, keyboards and a few brass instruments sharpen the edges. Spotted by the New York label Daptone Records, Jalen followed a string of singles with the album Come Around and Love Me in 2023, which captured in the studio the feel of his live shows, between slow ballads and more danceable numbers. At L’Olympia, expect dynamic contrasts that keep the voice front and center, concise melodic songs, and a way of revisiting soul by bringing it into the present. His return to Paris promises a focus on the new material without neglecting the tracks that established his name on British and European stages.