Essence Magazine:
By Shelby Stewart ·Updated November 6, 2023
Leela James’ bluesy voice dubbed her as the “God Daughter of Soul,” originally coined by the legendary Etta James. Though the two don’t actually have familial ties, Leela is carrying the torch for soul music, and bridging the gap between generations infusing the heart of her ancestors into the soul music of today.
In late October, James released her latest project, Though You Knew,
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