PRAISE FOR LEXA GATES: “embodies that sense of feminine grit” – The FADER
“one of the can’t-miss emerging artists coming out of NYC” – Billboard
“’Elite Vessel’ is a spark of brilliance” – Our Generation Music
“keeps her signature cat-eye wing as sharp as her bars” – The FADER
“steps ahead of her peers, her playful yet meticulous eye producing work that’s both bold and authentic.” – Ones To Watch
“Her biggest strength comes from an ability to pour her own unique worldview into her music” – Complex
February 20, 2025 – Today, rising artist Lexa Gates releases the mesmerizing video for her track “What You Wish For.” Directed by Olivia De Camps (Tokischa, Rebecca Black, Reul) the fashion-forward visual plunges Lexa into an uncanny alternate reality. As she waits for an appointment, surrounded by restless onlookers, the ticking clock grows louder, each second stretching into something more sinister until her name is finally called. From cryptic tests to fleeting glimpses of other patients in whimsical, dreamlike moments, the lyrics “careful what you wish for now” come to life as the unsettling visuals unfold. Watch “What You Wish For” HERE.
“What You Wish For” is featured on Elite Vessel, Lexa Gates’ critically acclaimed label debut released last fall. This deeply personal 12-track album from the 23-year-old Latinx artist takes listeners on an emotional journey, exploring themes of self-discovery, resilience, and ambition. Featuring collaborations with Alé Araya, Zelooperz, and Billy Lemos, the project made an immediate impact, debuting on both the Billboard Heatseekers chart and the Current R&B/Hip Hop Albums chart. Elite Vessel also earned praise from major outlets such as Billboard, HighSnobiety, Rolling Stone, The FADER, KCRW, and more. One of the standout moments in the album’s release was Lexa’s powerful art installation, where she spent 10 hours in a transparent box in New York City, exploring her deep connection to both her music and listeners. To date, the installation has garnered over 300 million views across various platforms. In addition, she released the video for “Alone,” bringing the installation to life alongside Lexa’s ethereal vocals on the self-produced track. Listen to Elite Vessel HERE and watch the video for “Alone” HERE.
In support of Elite Vessel, Lexa embarked on her first-ever North American headline tour, “The Elite Vessel Tour.” The US leg began on November 4th in Chicago and culminated in her hometown of New York in December. Next, she’ll take her show overseas for a four-stop European run, performing in London, Paris, Amsterdam, and Berlin, before returning to the U.S. with newly announced dates in Philadelphia, Atlanta, and Orlando. Tickets are available HERE, with a full list of tour dates below. Already off to an impressive start this year, Lexa was announced as a performer at the Governors Ball music festival on June 7thand has been recognized as an “Artist to Watch” by several publications, includingOnes To Watch, Our Generation Music, Apple Music, Complex, and more. Most recently, she made waves with KITH’s Spring 2025 Collection, recording a new single, “New York to the World,” featuring iconic rappers Fabolous and Jadakiss, with the video directed by the legendary Hype Williams. Watch HERE.
REMAINING LEXA GATES TOUR DATES:
Tuesday, February 18th – London, UK
Thursday, February 20th – Paris, FR Friday, February 21st – Amsterdam, NL Sunday, February 23rd – Berlin, DE Thursday, April 17th – Philadelphia Saturday, April 19 – Atlanta, GA Sunday, April 20 – Orlando, FL Saturday, June 7th – Queens, NY – Governors Ball
