THE ALBUM

He wrote his first song ‘Gates of Jerusalem’ in September of 2021. “That song hit me like a lightning bolt, I had the words and music down in about 20 minutes. The rest of the songs followed quickly after that.”

His debut album ‘Leonardo’ was released on August 9th, 2022. From the meditative ‘Gates of Jerusalem’ to the mystical ‘Rosalie’ and rock n’ roll ‘What Good Is It Mama’, this album harks back to the rough hewn nature of the Delta blues men mixed with a bardic lyrical quality.

PRESS

TESTIMONIALS

"There's fresh blues talent in town!"

Schubert Fernandes, Music PR expert and Artist Manager

"In a world where many artists would go to any lengths to cater to Instagram’s algorithm and focus on songwriting in terms of its commercial success, Leo’s music stands out. It tells a story.
It comes from within."

Aanchal Bordoloi, Singer-songwriter and Writer for The South Scene

LEONARDO AND HIS BAND

Leonardo and His Band deliver a live experience that’s part electric revival, part front-porch blues session, and part midnight folk ritual. This five-piece powerhouse blends the raw energy of early rock and roll, the deep soul of delta blues, and the haunting lyricism of folk traditions into a show that feels both ancient and urgent.

At the center is Leonardo, a commanding frontman whose original songs—“Gates of Jerusalem,” “What Good Is It Mama,” “Mysterious Heart,” and “Rosalie”—crackle with lyrical fire and emotional depth. These aren’t just songs; they’re modern-day incantations rooted in tradition and lit from within.

Backed by a fearless and fluid band—a slide guitarist who plays like he’s breaking curses, a rhythm section that stomps and sways with swamp-born swagger, and keys that drift from gospel moan to cinematic shimmer while a violin weaves through it all with aching melodies and wild, untamed improvisations—Leonardo and His Band create an atmosphere where every note feels like it’s been carved from old wood and weathered truth.

This is not just a performance—it’s a spellbinding encounter with the raw, timeless force of music itself.