HEADLINING TOUR KICKS OFF IN CHICAGO ON NOVEMBER 4TH, WITH EUROPEAN LEG SCHEDULED FOR 2025
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
“Gates is an exciting rising star who deserves for her voice to be celebrated.” – PopDust
“With an aesthetic as refreshing as she is unique, the Queens-bred singer-rapper blends the adjacent worlds in poetic fashion.” – 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
October 29, 2024 – Today, Lexa Gatesunveils the visual for “Alone,” the opening track off her acclaimed label debut album Elite Vessel. With its ethereal and airy croons, “Alone” sets the stage for the 14-track journey that follows. Produced by Lexa herself, the track reflects her journey of resilience and isolation, with every note carrying the raw, vulnerable emotion of being pushed to the edge. The visual offers a new perspective on Lexa’s interactive art installation, where she reveals herself in a deeply intimate and personal display. For 10 hours, Lexa stayed inside a transparent box, as she explored the concept of “her vessel” and its connection to her music.
The official video captures Lexa and the attendees’ raw emotions as they witness her art in real time. Fans were encouraged to engage with the album in a unique way, listening to the album through headphones synced with Lexa’s own. While they took in the music for the first time, Lexa continuously played it on loop, adding a challenging layer of mental strength. Attendees could also leave personalized messages for Lexa in a designated mailbox, bridging a direct emotional connection. The installation went viral, amassing over 250 million views across social media. Watch “Alone” HERE.
Released on October 18, Elite Vessel is a deeply personal project from 23-year-old Latinx artist Lexa Gates. It takes listeners on an emotional journey through themes of self-discovery, resilience, and ambition, featuring collaborations with Alé Araya on “Lately, Nothing” and Zelooperz on “Sweet.. Time.” Lexa describes the album as a manifestation of her aspirations: “Elite Vessel is more than just a title; it’s a manifestation of everything I’m striving to become. I am the vessel, and this album represents my journey toward everything I’ve ever dreamed of—it’s a surreal feeling.” Since its release, Elite Vessel has received support from Billboard, The FADER, Ones To Watch, HighSnobiety and The Face, as well as debuted on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and the Current R&B/Hip Hop albums chart. Listen to Elite Vessel HEREvia GoodTalk.
In support of Elite Vessel, Lexa is gearing up for her first-ever North American headline “The Elite Vessel Tour,” which kicks off on November 4th in Chicago. She will visit major cities including Austin, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C., before culminating in her hometown of New York. In 2025, Lexa will embark on a four-stop European run, hitting London, Paris, Amsterdam, and Berlin. Tickets available HERE. Full list of tour dates below.
With her drive, focus, and talent, Lexa is stepping into a world full of new possibilities. Speaking with poetic optimism about her future, she says, “I just want to do things for my mom and my sister and show my mom that this stuff is possible and it’s not a dream. If you can think about it, you can get it done.” Lexa Gates is set for an exhilarating remainder of the year. As she continues to make her mark, stay tuned for what lies ahead as this is only the beginning of her journey.
“THE ELITE VESSEL TOUR” DATES: Monday, November 4th Subterranean Chicago, IL Thursday, November 7th House of Blue Bronze Peacock Houston, TX Friday, November 8th Club Dada Dallas, TX Saturday, November 9th Parish Austin, TX Monday, November 11th Cervantes’ Other Side Denver, CO Wednesday, November 13th Barboza Seattle, WA Thursday, November 14th The Hawthorne Theater Portland, OR Sunday, November 17th The Independent San Francisco, CA Wednesday, November 20th Longboat Hall Toronto, OR Thursday, November 21st Brighton Music HallBoston, MA Saturday, November 23rd Union Hall Washington DC Wednesday, November 27th Racket NYC New York, NY Tuesday, February 18th London, UK Thursday, February 20th Paris, FR Friday, February 21st Amsterdam, NL Sunday, February 23rd Berlin, DE
