Leon Thomas Set to Receive 2026 ASCAP Vanguard Award
Leon Thomas will be honored with the ASCAP Vanguard Award on June 25, 2026, in Los Angeles. The award recognizes his innovative contributions to the music industry, particularly in R&B and hip-hop. Thomas is a three-time Grammy winner and has collaborated with major artists like SZA and Ariana Grande.
- ▪Leon Thomas is set to receive the ASCAP Vanguard Award at an invitation-only event in Los Angeles.
- ▪He won two Grammy Awards on February 1, 2026, for his album 'Mutt' and the song 'Vibes Don't Lie'.
- ▪Thomas has written for prominent artists including Ariana Grande, Drake, and Chris Brown.
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