After crafting hit records for a countless number of the recording industry’s most talented artists, one of the most sought after musical minds in the game is finally putting the finishing touches on his own solo project.  Well known for helping to propel the career of pop singer Cassie, quadruple threat Ryan Leslie will release his highly-anticipated debut album later this summer.

Catapulted into go-mode after the surprising success of his hit single, “Diamond Girl,” Leslie and his NextSelection label began to craft the groundbreaking album they hope will give birth to the the Harlem native’s solo career.  Originally scheduled for release this June, Leslie himself decided to hold the album until August, allowing for the recently-completed single, “Addiction,” to heat up the summer charts.

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