Hot on the heels of her latest single, “Bum Bum”, Morgan returns with her next new track, “Wheel Up”, revealing it will appear on her forthcoming EP, Emotional Gangster out October 25. Blending Dancehall with R&B, “Wheel Up” features patois-inflected vocals and a standout collaboration with the all-conquering Jamaican singer-songwriter Byron Messia, the dancehall superstar whose profile has skyrocketed since the release of last year’s international anthem “Talibans”. 

Exclusively premiering as DJ Target’s ‘Embargo’ track on BBC 1Xtra last night, “Wheel Up” lands with a scintillating music video, directed by Kassandra Powell – the acclaimed filmmaker behind “Bum Bum” – who brilliantly captures the vibrant, scorching summer energy of the track. Set in a heat-soaked environment with dancers and a lively house party, the video features captivating dance sequences and embodies the expressive, liberating spirit of the song. Both Morgan and Byron Messia take center stage as they exchange verses, exhibiting undeniable chemistry whilst bringing the hybrid R&B-Dancehall flavor to life. 

“‘Wheel Up’ is a tribute to Jamaican rave culture, which in my opinion is the best type of party.” Morgan says, discussing the track’s creation. “There’s nothing better than being at a rave and the DJ ‘wheeling up’ and starting it again when the crowd is feeling them. I wanted to pay homage to Jamaica soundclash culture that has heavily influenced the UK music scene. I’m a huge fan of Byron Messia and couldn’t have had anyone else lay a verse on this – he brings energy and vibes when you’re around him. I wrote this with my best friend Taneisha Jaxxon and my brothers Slim Typical – they’re my day ones and I think we wrote this in only two hours! Hope you enjoy and remember to WHEEL IT UP.” 

Morgan made an epic return to the scene with “Bum Bum”, earning co-signs from Tiffany Calver and DJ Target (BBC 1Xtra), Dotty and Rebecca Judd (Apple Music 1), Manny Norté (Capital XTRA) to name a few. Ushering in a new chapter of her artistic career, both singles will feature on her sophomore EP Emotional Gangster, a project that offers a 360-degree showcase of her personality and all the sounds that have influenced Morgan to date, from pop bangers to timeless ballads. Set for release on October 25 via Red Bull Records, pre-save it, HERE. 

 Morgan will also embark on a solo tour this November, headlining five shows across the UK, including a date at London’s iconic Jazz Cafe. The dates are as follows and tickets are available HERE. 

November 25: Glasgow @ The Poetry Club 

November 26: Manchester @ YES 

November 28: London @ Jazz Café 

November 30: Birmingham @ The Sunflower Lounge 

December 1: Bristol @ The Louisiana 

We’re thrilled to welcome the London-born singer-songwriter, Morgan, to the Red Bull Records family! Ahead of Notting Hill Carnival celebrations, the 23-year-old powerhouse brings her first solo single to the label, “Bum Bum” with an official video and UK tour dates. “Bum Bum” signifies a bold new chapter in Morgan’s musical evolution, blending nostalgia with a heady mix of swirling bass, reggae rhythms, and dancefloor pop. Produced by Serban Cazan (Rita Ora, Rag’N’Bone Man), the track pays tribute to Morgan’s Jamaican heritage by sampling the iconic Sister Nancy “Bam Bam” vocal, harnessing an infectious dancehall-infused production.

On the signing, Red Bull Records’ Managing Director Greg Hammer shares, “After hearing Morgan’s incredible voice for the first time, we immediately had to find out more about her. Upon discovering her immense talent and amazing story, we pounced at the opportunity to work with her. While she’s been a force in pop, dance, and R&B for years, we’re excited to launch a new chapter of her career with Red Bull Records.”

Inspired by childhood memories of her father playing “Bam Bam,” the accompanying music video sees Morgan breathe new life into the classic sample, bottling the essence of Jamaican culture. Shot by renowned filmmaker Kassandra Powell on Dalston’s Ridley Road Market, the visual sees Morgan strutting through the street, capturing the attention of everyone she passes. From the stunning choreography to the heat palpitating in the bar, it sets the scene for the next song of the summer.

On the making of the single, Morgan says, “‘Bum Bum’ is essentially a nod to my Jamaican heritage – a lot of which you will hear in the music I am going to be sharing with you in this next part of my musical journey. It seemed like a no-brainer to incorporate an iconic sample into my songwriting recently; and who doesn’t love Sister Nancy’s ‘Bam Bam’. I wrote this one with two of my closest writing partners – Serban Cazan & Taneisha Jaxxon – and I couldn’t have chosen anyone else to write this with. Be ready guys… I’m back.”

Morgan will embark on a tour this November, headlining five shows across the UK, including a date at London’s iconic Jazz Cafe. The tour dates are as follows:

November 25: Glasgow @ The Poetry Club
November 26: Manchester @ YES
November 28: London @ Jazz Café
November 30: Birmingham @ The Sunflower Lounge
December 1: Bristol @ The Louisiana

Morgan’s early career saw her tour the world and release collaborations with beloved dance group Rudimental, whom she went on to write hit songs for. Off the back of that success, she worked with massive names in the electronic space including Purple Disco Machine, Sonny Fodera, Sigma, amongst others. Simultaneously, she broke out as a solo act in 2020 with the sparkling pop debut EP Alien, featuring a co-write from Anne-Marie on the titular track. It laid the runway for her viral single “ADCT” which swiftly hit #1 on the TikTok Trending Sounds chart and UK Top 50. Now with 80 million career streams and a home at Red Bull Records, Morgan’s reintroducing herself and giving fans a taste of what’s to come with “Bum Bum.”