Leap Life is Saul Williams' first solo album in over 10 years and marks a major return for one of the most influential voices in spoken word and experimental music. Named after Saul's leap year birthday, the project has been carefully sequenced by composer and producer Carlos NiÃ±o as a fully immersive, front-to-back listening experience. The album expands Saul's sound into electronic and ambient territories while remaining rooted in spoken word, with rich sound design built from nature recordings, environmental textures, and expansive instrumentation. It also sees Saul step further into the role of producer, drawing influence from Fela Kuti, Black church traditions, and South African electronic music.The record features a standout cast of collaborators including Kamasi Washington, Georgia Anne Muldrow, Moor Mother, Gonjasufi, and Surya Botofasina, alongside material developed with Robert Del Naja (Massive Attack). Released via Big Dada, the album marks a full-circle moment with the label where Saul originally launched his solo career.

Tracklist:

Baobab Constellation
Mazahua
I Think I Get It Now
Great, Great-Grandmother
The Dagger
Controlled Is Not Controllable
13 Moons
Une Photographie (Feat. Anisia Uzeyman)
Not Everything for Sale
Robot Slave
Conspiracy
Vengeful Spirit
Friends I Ain't Met Yet
Coming Forth
Leap Life

UPC: 5054429213676
Label: Big Dada Records
Release Date: 8.28.26
Format: CD

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