Leon Thomas Is Bringing Showmanship Back To R&B. The Grammys Have Noticed

Leon Thomas Is Bringing Showmanship Back To R&B. The Grammys Have Noticed

A lot is happening in Leon Thomas’ life right now — and he’s excited to show he’s ready for it all.

Leon Thomas Is Bringing Showmanship Back to R&B. The Grammys Have Noticed

Around this time last year, Leon Thomas was feeling grateful just to attend the Grammy Awards, even if they seated him “in the bleachers.” This year, he’s one of the top nominees, up for Album of the Year for Mutt and Best New Artist, among others. Thomas, a New York native, has written songs with Drake and Ariana Grande (his old co-star on the teen sitcom Victorious), but it’s his own work, like the Grammy-nominated “Vibes Don’t Lie,” and a t…