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The North Meets the East: Myles Lloyd’s Global R&B Takeover


NEW SINGLE "DMC" FEAT. GEMINI, KARENCICI, & JUNNY OUT FEBRUARY 20

W: Billy Boyd

Myles Lloyd is officially turning a viral spark into a full-blown blaze. By joining JUNNY for the Canadian leg of his 2026 tour, Lloyd isn't just playing local shows—he’s capitalizing on a rare cross-cultural momentum. Following the success of his album I’m Still Thinking, these dates in Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary represent a homecoming for an artist who has spent the last year watching his music travel much further than his passport. The pairing is a masterstroke in genre-blending, uniting two artists who have mastered the art of "vibey" yet emotionally heavy alternative R&B.

The real headline, however, is the strategic reimagining of his viral hit. The upcoming single "DMC," featuring a powerhouse line-up of Gemini, Karencici, and JUNNY, is a direct response to the global K-pop community that embraced the original "Drive Me Crazy." It’s a move that feels remarkably earned; when you amass 25 million streams and catch the ear of K-pop royalty like ENHYPEN, you don’t just say thank you—you build a bridge. This track, dropping February 20, is set to be the definitive R&B crossover event of the season.

Lloyd’s trajectory is a testament to the power of the digital age paired with genuine craft. From the stages of Lollapalooza Berlin to the pages of Complex, he has maintained a cinematic, vulnerable sound that refuses to be boxed in. By leaning into his international appeal while staying rooted in his Montreal origins, Lloyd is proving that he is no longer just a "rising" artist—he is a cornerstone of the modern R&B landscape, ready to command the global stage.