Alex Newell
High-octane dance-pop fueled by a powerhouse Broadway voice. It is the sound of a club floor at its peak, radiating confidence and theatrical soul.
High-octane dance-pop fueled by a powerhouse Broadway voice. It is the sound of a club floor at its peak, radiating confidence and theatrical soul.
Alex Newell’s music is a high-voltage fusion of classic house energy and modern pop precision, all anchored by a vocal instrument that feels like a force of nature. It is music that refuses to be background noise, characterized by soaring soprano belts, intricate gospel-inspired runs, and a relentless rhythmic drive. The sound is bright, expensive, and deeply rooted in the tradition of the great dance floor divas.
What sets Newell apart is the seamless bridge they build between the theatricality of Broadway and the grit of the electronic underground. While many pop artists lean on studio magic, Newell’s tracks are built around the raw, athletic power of their voice, often utilizing house music’s repetitive structures to build toward massive, cathartic vocal payoffs. It is music that celebrates identity and resilience without ever sacrificing the groove.
Start with the 'Power' EP for a masterclass in modern dance-pop, or dive into 'Mama Told Me' to hear how their Broadway-honed storytelling translates into a club setting. It is the perfect starting point for anyone who wants their pop music with a side of genuine vocal virtuosity and a lot of heart.
Alex Eugene Newell (born August 20, 1992) is an American actor and singer. They are known for their role as Unique Adams on the Fox musical series Glee and Mo on Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist, Newell also starred as Asaka in the Broadway revival of Once on This Island at the Circle in the Square Theatre in 2018. For their role in Shucked, Newell won the 2023 Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical. Newell and J. Harrison Ghee were the first openly non-binary actors to be nominated for and win the Tony Award. As a singer, Newell has released tracks with Clean Bandit, Blonde, and The Knocks.
Shares studio polished, maximalist, digital clarity (production style); dance-pop, house, contemporary r&b (subgenres)
Shares studio polished, maximalist, digital clarity (production style); rooftop, festival, urban night (atmosphere)
Shares studio polished, maximalist, digital clarity (production style); euphoric, confident, empowering (moods)
Shares studio polished, maximalist, digital clarity (production style); dance-pop, house, contemporary r&b (subgenres)
Shares dance-pop, house, contemporary r&b (subgenres); euphoric, confident, empowering (moods)
Shares studio polished, maximalist, digital clarity (production style); euphoric, confident, empowering (moods)
Shares studio polished, maximalist, digital clarity (production style); rooftop, festival, urban night (atmosphere)
Shares euphoric, confident, empowering (moods); house, dance-pop, contemporary r&b (subgenres)
Shares studio polished, maximalist, digital clarity (production style); dance-pop, house, contemporary r&b (subgenres)
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