Grammy-nominated artist D. Lylez, with his unique style and undeniable talent, has always been a master at capturing an audience’s attention.

At the Chicago stop of Tank’s R&B Money Tour, D. Lylez, the winner of Toyota’s prestigious #NextUp Challenge, had a chance to shine in his hometown. With a new hit, “24 Hours”, the rising star opened the show at the renowned Chicago Theater on June 7.

D.Lylez salutes the crowd at the Chicago Theater during his performance.
Photo by Joshua Ross

His electrifying performance left the audience on the edge of their seats, craving for more, a testament to the power and allure of D.Lylez’s artistry.

In addition to opening, the Chicago native got the ultimate behind-the-scenes experience. This includes a preview of the industry and invaluable mentorship from seasoned veterans in the music business.

Keri Hilson and Carl Thomas are special guests on the tour.

D.Lylez’s background vocals earned him recognition from the Recording Academy.

Opening for Tank, Keri Hilson and Carl Thomas in Chicago is just part of D.Lylez’s rising success.

At the 64th Grammy Awards in 2021, Ten City’s Judgement was nominated for Best Dance/Electronic Music Album. D.Lylez got a Certificate of Recognition for his participation as a background vocalist on the project.

In 2020, supporters saw the R&B star’s performance of Sam Smith’s “How Do You Sleep” on NBC’s The Voice.

Now, he’s continuing to take the industry by storm with his latest release, “24 Hours,” available on music streaming services everywhere.

Header image credit: Joshua Ross