Jalen Ngonda Deepens His Soul Legacy with “Doctrine of Love”

The rising soul artist releases his sophomore album via Daptone Records, blending classic influences with a modern voice.

Jalen Ngonda is continuing his rise as one of today’s most compelling soul voices with the release of his sophomore album, “Doctrine of Love,” out now via Daptone Records.

The new record follows his critically acclaimed debut album “Come Around and Love Me,” which helped introduce him to a wider global audience and established his reputation as a standout voice in contemporary soul.

With Jalen Ngonda Doctrine of Love, the artist leans deeper into the spirit of 60s and 70s soul while keeping the music firmly rooted in the present.

From its opening notes, the album channels the warmth, elegance, and emotional richness of classic soul without feeling like simple nostalgia.

Ngonda’s once-in-a-generation voice carries echoes of Motown greats, but his work also explores contemporary pop and R&B textures, allowing him to honor the past while creating something distinctly his own.

The album’s focus track, “Burning Temptation,” arrives with an official music video and gives listeners a strong entry point into the world of the record.

Ngonda worked again with close collaborators Vince Chiarito and Michael Buckley, bringing a more confident and refined energy to the project.

His debut era marked a major breakthrough, including a U.S. television appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and the success of viral single “If You Don’t Want My Love,” which has earned more than 253 million streams.

He has also collaborated with artists such as Jordan Rakei and Gorillaz, appearing on the band’s album “The Mountain.”

The release of Jalen Ngonda Doctrine of Love follows a busy touring period, including opening for Grammy-winning artist Olivia Dean on her sold-out European arena tour and headlining his own live dates.

With this album, Ngonda continues to prove that soul music remains timeless when carried by sincerity, musicianship, and emotional truth.

Doctrine of Love shows Jalen Ngonda honoring the golden age of soul while building his own modern legacy.