Next Up: 5 Minutes with Gallant

Up Close Next Up: 5 Minutes with Gallant

From reaching No. 5 on Billboard’s Emerging Artist Chart to receiving a standing ovation on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, people are starting to listen to Gallant. Lucky for us, the alternative R&B artist was at W Los Angeles – West Beverly Hills to kick off the Next Up concert series in partnership with Billboard, highlighting the emerging talent (like him) that you need to know, now.

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Partying poolside at W Los Angeles - West Beverly Hills

We got a moment to catch up with the rising star before the show on his inspirations, favorite drink, and even his superhero alter-ego.

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Gallant performing at the Next Up party

The first album he ever owned:

“Never Say Never” by Brandy.

 

What he looks for at a live show:

The feelings.

 

His superhero alter-ego:

Seal.

 

His drink of choice:

Chocolate milk.

 

A song that’s stuck in his head:

The Hey Arnold theme song.

 

His favorite thing to order from room service:

Oysters on the half shell.

 

Where he finds inspiration:

Solitude.

 

Gallant’s style icon:

Otto Rocket.

Need more Gallant? Check out his exclusive playlist of songs that inspired his album, right here on The Angle.