Synth-funk prodigy Diamond Cafe has released his anticipated new EP, Fantasy Real today. This collection of tracks draws inspiration from fan-favourite moments during his recent Sex Love Color tour, which featured shows in Paris, New York, Los Angeles and more.
Of creating the new EP, Diamond Cafe says “I recorded Fantasy Real in my Paris hotel room, the night I sold out my first show there. The energy of the city was incredible and I couldn’t leave until it was done.” On top of the album title track, the EP will feature some fan favourites including “Lover Boy” and “Sweet Cherry.”
The release of Fantasy Real coincides with a spring and summer full of live performances for the singer, most notably as the opening act for Teddy Swims on the North American leg of his I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy arena tour. The 14-date run kicks off on May 9th and will take him to cities across the US and Canada, including New York City, Boston, and Toronto, wrapping up on May 30th. Tickets for these shows are available here.
In addition to the Teddy Swims dates, Diamond Cafe has also been announced as a performer at the Calgary Stampede on July 4th and Phillips Backyard on August 9th. Diamond Cafe has emerged as an artist on the rise, being lauded by RANGE Magazine as “Canada’s next sparkling, 24-carat superstar.” He recently did a special live performance for Cadillac Chronicles and continues to gain more champions like TikTok music tastemaker Sam Murphy (popsamcam) slating Diamond as a must listen to. With this summer of live appearances, and new music on the horizon, 2025 is shaping up to be Diamond Cafe’s biggest year yet.
Hailing from Victoria, BC, Diamond Cafe has been labeled a “Pop-Funk Prodigy” by Pitchfork and has impressed audiences, alongside some of your favourite artists, with his signature sound, incredible live performances, and latest LP, Diamond Cuts. Diamond has garnered support from notable figures such as Zack Fox, Anderson .Paak, F1 driver Lewis Hamilton, PNAU, and the legendary El DeBarge (“Rhythm Of the Night”), who joined him on stage for a duet during his sold-out debut show in LA. He possesses a unique quality that inspires and excites fellow musicians, which has led to collaborations with the likes of Free Nationals, SG Lewis, PNAU, Jenevieve, and Bones. He has also been a featured artist on several projects, including Gashi’s album 1984 and the Cool Kids’ album BABY OIL STAIRCASE / CHILLOUT. In addition to all this, Diamond has taken on the role of producer not only for his own music but also collaborated with BNYX on Zack Fox’s wood tip EP. His music has been heard on screen, with eight tracks synced in the HBO series Ballers, as well as placements on The Lake (Netflix) and Flinch (Prime). For the past seven years, Diamond Cafe has honed his craft, preparing for this breakthrough moment in his career.
“I’VE TRIED EVERYTHING BUT THERAPY” TOUR DATES W/ DIAMOND CAFE
May 09 2025- Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood – Hollywood, FL, USA
May 10, 2025 – Daily’s Place – Jacksonville, FL, USA
May 12 2025 – The Amphitheater at the Wharf – Orange Beach, AL, USA
May 14 2025 – Live Oak Bank Pavilion at Riverfront Park – Wilmington, NC, USA
May 15 2025 – Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre – Charlotte, NC, USA
May 17 2025 – Red Hat Amphitheater – Raleigh, NC, USA
May 18 2025 – Mann Center for the Performing Arts – TD Pavilion – Philadelphia, PA, USA
May 20 2025 – Jacobs Pavilion – Cleveland, OH, USA
May 21 2025 – Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill – Sterling Heights, MI, USA
May 23 2025 – Coca-Cola Coliseum – Toronto, ON, Canada
May 24 2025 – Place Bell – Laval, QC, Canada
May 27 2025 – Radio City Music Hall – New York, NY, USA
May 28 2025 – Radio City Music Hall – New York, NY, USA
May 30 2025 – Suffolk Downs – Boston, MA, USA