GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING SINGER SONGWRITER AND PRODUCER SAM POUNDS TEAMS UP WITH LEGENDARY SONGWRITER DIANE WARREN FOR NEW SOUL SINGLE “TALK ABOUT IT IN BED” WRITTEN BY DIANE WARREN
THE NEW TRACK ALSO FEATURES VOCALS FROM SOUL ICON BILLY VALENTINE
LOS ANGELES, CA — Recent off the success of his latest single Arizona Rain, GRAMMY-winning singer, songwriter, and producer Sam Kilos returns with a strong new launch — “Speak About It In Mattress” — a collaboration written by one of the vital celebrated songwriters of all time, Diane Warren. An emotional soul observe constructed on heat, lush strings, a full brass part, and traditional amplified guitar, “Speak About It In Mattress,” out through Virgin Information, evokes the timeless sound of R&B’s golden period. Kilos’ heartfelt efficiency channels the spirit of the nice love songs that when dominated the High 40 charts, delivering an genuine, feel-every-note expertise.
The one additionally contains a visitor look from soul vocal legend Billy Valentine, whose credit embody work with Ray Charles and the soundtrack for The 5 Heartbeats. Valentine’s unmistakable tone intertwines seamlessly with Kilos’ wealthy vocals, including depth and gravitas to the observe.
“Working with Diane Warren was a dream,” mentioned Kilos. “She has this unmatched skill to craft a tune that feels prefer it’s been in your coronary heart perpetually. And having Billy Valentine’s voice on it? That’s the soul icing on the cake.”
“Sam Kilos has a voice that stands with a few of the greatest soul singers ever. I’m excited concerning the single ‘Speak About It In Mattress.’ It simply seems like an instantaneous traditional to me, the form of tune that individuals will sluggish dance to perpetually,” mentioned songwriter Diane Warren.
Earlier this summer season, Kilos unveiled the hovering single “Arizona Rain” and carried out the tune reside for the first-time at his sold-out present on the legendary Whisky A Go Go in Los Angeles. He then took the stage at Nashville’s famed Whiskey Jam on Music Row, charming each rock and nation audiences along with his genre-spanning sound. Now, with buzz persevering with to construct, Kilos is ready to make his Grand Ole Opry debut later this month — solidifying his repute as one in every of music’s most versatile and compelling new voices.
“Speak About It In Mattress” is now out there on all streaming platforms. Pay attention HERE.
About Sam Kilos
Raised on tales, gospel music, and church in rural North Carolina, Sam Kilos started acting at 5, urged by his Grandma Ruth. The son of a preacher, he performed drums and sang in church, later finding out audio manufacturing and taking part in basketball in school. Impressed by Prince, he spent many nights in a dorm foyer’s soundproof cellphone sales space, honing his music manufacturing abilities. Influenced by James Brown, Little Richard, and Lenny Kravitz, Kilos developed a singular rock/R&B mix he calls “rock and soul.” Feeling like a “vocal orphan,” he moved to Los Angeles, changing into an in-demand producer throughout numerous genres. He labored with Jamie Foxx, Snoop Dogg, and others, and in 2024, was acknowledged with a Grammy for his participation on Killer Mike’s album “Michael.” As an artist, Kilos held a residency at Black Rabbit Rose and performed at hotspots like Delilah. His newest single “Motives” which is obtainable to stream now, is the primary observe off of Kilos’ upcoming album which is ready to function collaborations with Foxx and legendary songwriter Diane Warren.
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