ABOUT

BIOGRAPHY

Dubbed 'The King of North London Soul,' Danny Toeman is a dynamic force in the realm of UK Funk and Soul. Backed by his 'Love Explosion band’, Danny’s performances are a lively celebration of feel-good funky soul, aided by an undeniable charisma and extraordinary vocal talents.

His musical journey ignited when music programmers discovered an early song online, landing him a spot on Abercrombie & Fitch's in-store playlists worldwide while still a student. This marked the beginning of a career that has seen his music featured on a global scale, including a notable appearance on Saturday Night Live (NBC).

A relentless performer, Danny toured extensively across the UK and continental Europe. He has captivated sold-out audiences at headline shows in renowned venues such as Pizza Express Jazz Club and 100 Club. The pinnacle of his career thus far came in 2019, when he earned the primary support act slot for Kool and the Gang at the o2 Arena in London, performing before 10,000 spectators.

In mid-2020, LRK Records approached Danny to release 'She's Got Something About Her' on vinyl, creating a sensation in the European Soul Scene. The demand was unparalleled, selling out within three months and earning radio plays from BBC 6 Music's Craig Charles. Veteran BBC DJ Robert Elms even declared it his "new favourite song."

Danny's ascent continued in 2022, receiving his first spin on BBC Radio 2 for 'Shake the Blues Outta Your Shoes.' His remarkable talent secured him the opening act position for the legendary Diana Ross at one of her rare UK performances. This would directly lead to him performing with Lionel Richie the following year.

Most recently, releases 'When the Lights Go Down' climbed to No.11 in the Official UK Soul Chart, and ‘Feel My Soul’ landed a spot on a coveted Spotify Editorial Playlist, while 2023 also saw Danny perform in Canada for the first time, invited to play by the long running NXNE music festival. Beginning 2024 with a sold out New Years Eve concert in London, Danny is looking forward to bringing his music to even more audiences around the world.

PRESS & REVIEWS

'Some artists say their music has 'soul', but then you get a different kind of artist. The kind you listen to and in an instant you realise... they have soul. London-based musician Danny Toeman channels the golden era of the genre with 'neo-vintage' style; simultaneously drawing comparisons to greats like James Brown alongside contemporary hits such as Eli 'Paperboy' Reed. Hailed as 'the new generation of UK soul', it's a sound that can never be taught; one that you're either born for doing... or you're not. Sadly, 90% of us regular humans, are not. It just means that we have to do our utmost to marinate our ears in the rich, funkalicious vocal acrobatics that so organically flow from the heart of people like this. The positive energy and lyrics of Danny Toeman's music makes him a must for any feel-good playlist.' - Kat Jackman, Huffington Post

'Funk-Soul visionary' - The Evening Standard

'he sort of struck me as being a much younger, even funkier Richard Dreyfuss. Just something about him… and then there’s that incredible singing voice, how cool can you get?! That guy’s amazing, Danny Toeman!’ - DJ Alan Raw, BBC Introducing

'Punchy production with a timeless lean towards classic, well crafted songs and strong, positive lyrics, Toeman delivers with a voice more often heard in the southern states of the US than London Town!' - Soul Brother Records

'When we came across U.K. singer/songwriter Danny Toeman last year, it stood out straight away that his was a talent truly redolent of the best traditions of the classic soul singer - honest, confessional, heart-on-the-sleeve songwriting that addresses both his inner thoughts and feelings and his observations about the world around him being brought to life through deftly arranged soul, blues and funk inspired grooves, compelling underscored by the soulfully resonant tone and emotional gravitas of his outstanding voice' - Next2Shine Blog

'London singer Danny Toeman may be playing in 2014, but he has a strong sense of classic soul. He's worked with acts from Robert Cray to Betty Wright and he is out on his own with the brand new EP, The Way It Seems. There is no better way to get a feel for Danny's music than to hear it, and he comes out of the box beautifully with the infectious single "That Sinking Feeling."' - Soultracks

'Firstly he can write a damn fine lyrically positive and soulful tune...Secondly, musically he sure can play a damn fine tune and thirdly he's got one of 'those' voices...Totally soulful and sultry with a gorgeous range [...] that'll have Jools Holland knocking on his door before long.' - Jumbo Records