Nigerian-born, North Carolina-raised musician Uwade has officially announced her debut album, Florilegium.

Scheduled for release on April 25, 2025, through Ehiose Records and Thirty Tigers. The lead single, “Call It A Draw,” accompanied by a captivating music video directed by Jason Wishnow, is available now.
Her musical journey is deeply influenced by her upbringing, immersed in hymnal choral music and Nigerian Highlife from her father’s car radio. Her academic pursuits in Classics at Columbia and Oxford further enrich her songwriting, blending personal narratives with historical depth.
According to FemMusic, Reflecting on the creative process behind “Call It A Draw,” Uwade shares, “Over the past few years, I’ve been trying to experiment with my songwriting process a bit more, and this song is one of the fruits of that exploration. The creation process was pure, playful, and visceral, relying less on structure and more on improvisation. This approach was really freeing and reflects the sense of release that I feel is central to the project as a whole.”
Florilegium comprises nine tracks, each offering a unique blend of Her diverse influences:
- The Place In The Sky
- Call It A Draw
- Eventime
- Harmattan
- The Second Station
- Clearer Through You
- (I Wonder) What We’re Made Of
- Amenaghawon
- Lost In Translation
In support of the album, Uwade has announced a series of tour dates:
- March 26, 2025: London, UK @ The Forge
- April 25, 2025: Brooklyn, NY @ Baby’s All Right
- May 3, 2025: Seattle, WA @ Barboza
- May 10, 2025: Chicago, IL @ Schubas
- May 15, 2025: Los Angeles, CA @ Moroccan Lounge
Uwade’s journey has seen her collaborate with notable artists such as Fleet Foxes, Jamila Woods, and Sylvan Esso. Her voice notably opens Fleet Foxes’ Grammy-nominated album, Shore, and she has graced stages from Carnegie Hall to the Hollywood Bowl.
The album’s title, Florilegium, meaning “flower-gathering” in Latin, reflects Uwade’s intention to offer her songs as “flowers of gratitude” to those who have shaped her life.
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Experience the lead single, “Call It A Draw,” and immerse yourself in the evocative world of Florilegium.
Watch the “Call It A Draw” Music Video
