Leroy Booker has never been one to sit still, and with his new project Sapphire, the Kenosha-Milwaukee artist proves he has no intention of slowing down anytime soon.

The five-track release dropped last week and opens with “Caught Up,” a groove-heavy cut that sets the tone for the whole affair. It’s a mid-tempo jam drenched in soul-influenced production and feel-good energy that practically begs you to nod your head. Whether you’re driving through the city on a summer night or just need something to pull you out of a midweek slump, this one delivers.

Booker’s been a steady presence in Wisconsin’s hip-hop landscape for years now, blending sharp lyricism with production that leans into classic R&B textures without sounding nostalgic for nostalgia’s sake. On Sapphire, that formula is refined further — the tracks are tight, the hooks land, and there’s a confidence here that comes from knowing exactly what lane you’re in and owning it.

If you’ve been following his trajectory since “Sign Of The Times” dropped back in 2023, this feels like a natural evolution. More polished, sure, but still unmistakably Leroy. Shows for 2026 are reportedly in the works, so keep your eyes peeled for announcements.

Stream Sapphire now: https://open.spotify.com/album/1HiXwIDhjmWHCz5vwY503F