Son Little, praised by American Songwriter as “one of the best songwriters
working today,” conceived his latest album, Like Neptune, in a cabin
overlooking the Delaware River in upstate New York. Trading in the existential dread permeating his previous work for unbridled joy and self-acceptance, Son Little transmutes the chronic pain of self-doubt into a beautiful and freeing opus about overcoming generational trauma. Hailed by Afropunk as “a stunning statement of purpose,” Like Neptune decorates the altar of the primordial blues and elevating the labor of healing to high art. “I’ve always felt as though I was making music because I had to, something inside compelled me. Fueled me,” Little shared. “This the first time in a long time I’m making music for the pure joy of creating.”

Son Little and his band, comprised of Little on vocals/guitar, Steve McKie (drums), and DeShawn Alexander (keys/bass), will tour North America for the first time support of Like Neptune through November and December.

Tonina, an accomplished vocalist, bassist, and songwriter based in Los Angeles, hails from St. Louis, Missouri, where her musical journey began. Raised in a family of diverse musicians, Tonina’s musical roots traverse Soul, Jazz, Classical, Folk, and Rock genres. Her upbringing, blending Black and Sicilian heritage, fostered a deep connection to music from an early age, with her initiation into Upright bass at just 8 years old.

Tonina’s musical prowess flourished as she joined the St. Louis Symphony Youth Orchestra at 14, dedicating four years to symphonic excellence before venturing to Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA, and later Valencia, Spain. This rich tapestry of experiences has endowed her with an unparalleled musical scope, allowing her to traverse genres with ease while infusing each with her distinctive touch. Her innate sense of rhythm, captivating melodies, extraordinary vocal prowess, and profound song interpretation collectively create performances that are nothing short of thrilling for audiences.

Since her graduation from Berklee College of Music, Tonina has shared the stage with Grammy-Award-winning musicians, including the likes of Lalah Hathaway. Her musical journey has taken her across the globe, from enchanting audiences at the Catania Jazz Festival in Sicily to earning recognition as one of NPR’s favorite new artists of 2018. Notably, her rendition of “Historia de un Amor” found a place on former President Barack Obama’s top songs list for 2018, further cementing her as an artist of remarkable distinction.

Tonina, along with her band, continues to enthrall audiences in Los Angeles and beyond, showcasing her exceptional talent and passion for music that transcends boundaries.