An unmissable resonant listening experience.
With influences from Virgil to Julian Casablancas, Nigerian-born, North Carolina-raised Uwade is a storied yet beautifully fresh presence in the singer-songwriter arena.
Debut album Florilegium effortlessly conveys depth and emotion in both her voice and her lyricism, carefully considering all of the personal touch points and historical poignancy that arrive together across 9 impeccably crafted songs. Shaped by a spiritual upbringing rich in hymnal choral music and Nigerian Highlife on her father's car radio, alongside her extensive scholarly pursuits, Uwade embodies a uniquely curious and compelling presence in the alternative music landscape.
"One thing led to another and I was asked to sing the first song on Fleet Foxes’ Grammy-nominated album Shore, play Carnegie Hall and the Hollywood Bowl, and open for my all-timers The Strokes…"
An already decorated artist by multiple definitions - not least the varied and brilliant array of established acts she has toured with (Fleet Foxes, Kevin Morby, Andrew Bird, Sylvan Esso, Local Natives, Whitney, Jamilia Woods) and shared the stage with (The Strokes) - Uwade's debut project finds the artist in complete command of her creative output. Here is a vision to entice and enthral.
Uwade - Florilegium
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We're excited to announce Uwade as part of Rough Trade On The Rise, our dedicated curation putting a spotlight on the emerging music we are the most excited for you to hear, to follow and become a fan of. Read on to discover more about the artist in her own words and don't miss debut album Florilegium released May 2025.
Uwade on Uwade
A self-penned bio
Five by Five
5 Qs, 5 As
Describe Uwade in 5 words.
Gentle, reflective, imaginative, independent, dynamic
5 records you listened to prior to making your album?
The Car - Arctic Monkeys
Peace or Love - Kings of Convenience
Live Vol. 1 - Parcels
The Very Best of Nina Simone 1967-1972: Sugar In My Bowl - Nina Simone
Virtue - The Voidz
Top 5 career moments since forming?
The Forest Hills Stadium show with Fleet Foxes
Touring with Jamila Woods
Meeting The Strokes
Carnegie Hall
Psychic Hotline at Newport Folk Fest
Best piece of advice for an artist entering the industry in 2025?
Continually define and refine your definition of success. To the extent that you can, try not to associate it with external achievements. Remember you are a person, not a business.
Top 5 essential tour snacks?
White cheddar popcorn
Fruit (especially bananas and blueberries)
Chips and hummus
Coconut water
Ginger shots!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!