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Leon Thomas Makes Denver Howl on Mutts Don’t Heel Tour: Photos

Grammy award-winning artist Leon Thomas sold out the Summit Music Hall.
Leon Thomas on stage at the Summit Music Hall in Denver, Colorado.
Leon made his Broadway debut at age 10 in 2003 as Young Simba in The Lion King.

Photo Credit: Brandon Johnson (@bjohnsonxar)

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Leon Thomas brought his Mutts Don’t Heel Tour to Denver on December 9, transforming Summit Music Hall into an electric, intimate party for a sold-out crowd.

Thomas, riding a wave of success and Grammy buzz, showcased his versatile artistry, effortlessly blending R&B, rock, and neo-soul with dynamic live instrumentation. He wowed the audience by moving between smooth falsettos, fiery guitar riffs and multi-instrumental flexing, making the show feel both spontaneous and perfectly synced.

Opening act Ambré set the tone with her soulful voice and poetic vulnerability, laying a foundation of honey-smooth R&B before Thomas took the stage for a night of deep grooves and raw, storytelling. The concert was a vibrant, genre-bending experience that confirmed both artists are leading the next wave of modern soul music.

Leon Thomas on stage at the Summit Music Hall in Denver, Colorado.
Leon is an American singer, songwriter, musician, record producer, and actor.

Photo Credit: Brandon Johnson (@bjohnsonxar)

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Leon Thomas on stage at the Summit Music Hall in Denver, Colorado.
He co-wrote and co-produced four songs on former co-star Ariana Grande’s 2013 album Yours Truly.

Photo Credit: Brandon Johnson (@bjohnsonxar)

A photo showing the crowd at Summit Music Hall during Leon Thomas.
A sold-out Summit Music Hall for Leon Thomas.

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Ambré on stage at the Summit Music Hall in Denver, Colorado.
Ambré on stage opening for Leon Thomas at the Summit Music Hall in Denver, Colorado.

Photo Credit: Brandon Johnson (@bjohnsonxar)

Ambré on stage at the Summit Music Hall in Denver, Colorado.
She is considered one of R&B’s brightest rising stars.

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Ambré on stage at the Summit Music Hall in Denver, Colorado.

Ambré sometimes performs her set to the sounds of her guitar.

Photo Credit: Brandon Johnson (@bjohnsonxar)

Leon Thomas on stage at the Summit Music Hall in Denver, Colorado.
He began his career as a child actor on Broadway.

Photo Credit: Brandon Johnson (@bjohnsonxar)

Ambré on stage at the Summit Music Hall in Denver, Colorado.
Ambré is a New Orleans-born singer-songwriter.

Photo Credit: Brandon Johnson (@bjohnsonxar)

Leon Thomas on stage at the Summit Music Hall in Denver, Colorado.
He gained wide recognition for starring as Andre Harris in the Nickelodeon series Victorious (2010–2013).

Photo Credit: Brandon Johnson (@bjohnsonxar)

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Ambré on stage at the Summit Music Hall in Denver, Colorado.

Ambré performs with a soulful voice and poetic vulnerability.

Photo Credit: Brandon Johnson (@bjohnsonxar)

Leon Thomas on stage at the Summit Music Hall in Denver, Colorado.
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Photo Credit: Brandon Johnson (@bjohnsonxar)

Ambré on stage at the Summit Music Hall in Denver, Colorado.
Ambré balances Leon Thomas’s high-energy soul with reflective intimacy in her opening set.

Photo Credit: Brandon Johnson (@bjohnsonxar)

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