Kyle Dion Delivers Enigmatic New Sound With Double Single Release: “That Don’t Mean A Thing” + “Stressed Out”

Soulful singer Kyle Dion steps into a brand new era with the delivery of his first two singles since his ‘SUGA (Deluxe)’ album, “That Don’t Mean A Thing” and “Stressed Out”. The new music sees Dion shedding some of his melancholy in favor of more upbeat funk tunes.

“That Don’t Mean A Thing” carries an undeniable groove and grandiosity that only Kyle Dion could make seem effortless. The enigmatic record is ripe with nostalgia between its 80s synths, bouncing funk bassline, key changes, and sweeping operatic ending a la Queen. The single was a co-production collab by frequent “Play Too Much” producer and Kyle’s live bassist, Aabo, and Austin Brown of the Alternative R&B trio, Hablot Brown.

The second single off the new surprise release pack, “Stressed Out”, was made in light of perhaps the most stressful time in recent history. Dion can relate and looks at the bright side that we’re all feeling it too:

““Stressed Out” is what the world is feeling right now,” Dion explains. “There’s this thick air of hopelessness, despair and anger that seems to have consumed the world in 2020, but through all of that there’s also empowerment and this sense of closeness as we’re all going through it together.”

“Then, on “That Don’t Mean A Thing” I wanted to give a new energy to the world because everything’s so heavy right now. We need more joy, and we forget it is an important part of life to maintain for ourselves, and right now it’s somewhat buried under all the stress that’s currently in the world. It’s one of those songs that should make you feel good and make you want to dance. Stream that shit!”

– Kyle Dion

“Stressed Out” Cover Art

Kyle Dion never seems to disappoint. 6-months following the release of his debut, full-length album ‘SUGA’, (released March 8, 2019) Kyle Dion left the world speechless with his sold out first-ever headlining tour across 13-cities in North America and Europe.

The independent artist possesses a soul from another era and creates a sound refreshing to any generation. Kyle’s transition from SoundCloud to stage was effortless, proving out on stages across the country on tour with the likes of PartyNextDoor, Ella Mai, BJ The Chicago Kid, Khalid and more. Dion’s timelessness showcases his dazzling falsetto, with each single coupled with heavy influences from the ‘90s and ‘00s.

Stream “That Don’t Mean A thing” and “Stressed Out” —