Chart-Rising Pop Artist Michael Gilas Teams Up With Grammy-Winning Producer Brian Kennedy For New Album 231 Kensington Road

Tuesday, June 10 - Breakout Adult Contemporary/Pop artist Michael Gilas is entering a bold new era, announcing an exciting collaboration with Grammy Award-winning producer Brian Kennedy, best known for his work with global superstars like Rihanna, Chris Brown, Kelly Clarkson, and Jennifer Hudson. The two will collaborate on Michael's upcoming debut album 231 Kensington Road .

The partnership represents a major leap forward for Gilas, whose emotionally driven vocals and melodic songwriting have already made waves with his Billboard-charting single " Can't Hide Beautiful " . Now, with Kennedy's genre-defining production behind him, Michael's next album promises to elevate his artistry and introduce a powerful new voice to the global Pop and AC charts.

"Brian sees things in music that most people miss," says Michael Gilas. "His ability to capture feeling and translate it into sound is unreal. I've never felt more excited about a project."

Brian Kennedy shares "Michael brings authenticity and vocal soul to every lyric. His songs connect in a way that lasts - this project is going to make people feel something real."

Currently in production in Los Angeles, the upcoming album will feature original material written and produced by Gilas and Kennedy, blending modern pop textures with emotional, timeless storytelling. With singles set to release later this year, fans can expect a rich, sonically expansive record designed for both radio and the heart.

ABOUT BRIAN KENNEDY

Brian Kennedy is a Grammy Award-winning producer and songwriter whose credits span platinum-selling records and film scores. Known for shaping hits like "Disturbia" (Rihanna) and "Mr. Know It All" (Kelly Clarkson), Kennedy brings a bold, visionary sound to every project he touches. Classically trained in piano, Kennedy began his career as a session musician working with Grammy Award-winning songwriters Diane Warren and Babyface. His first co-writing credit with Ciara kicked off his songwriter and producing career, working with R&B and pop legends Rihanna, Kelly Clarkson, Usher, Doechii, Frank Ocean and many more.

ABOUT MICHAEL GILAS

A gifted songwriter and storyteller who overcame a severe horseback riding injury to write a hopeful and inspiring debut album, Michael Gilas turned to music to pull him out of a dark hole. While recovering from a broken neck, he decided to leave a successful career as an entrepreneur to pursue his lifelong passion: music. The result is 231 Kensington Road with the uplifting lead single, "Working with the Rain," which debuted at #21 and by the end of February 2025 charted at #13 on the Billboard charts. The album, named for the house on Long Island where Michael grew up, is an origin story featuring elements of Motown, R&B, pop and rock. Michael's new lease on life has also led to a focus on health and wellness, and enjoying life's finer things, such as art, poetry, bespoke clothing and traveling the world. Now based in San Diego, Michael reminds us that there are unexpected gifts that can come from experiencing trauma and persevering. Michael Gilas is managed by www.musicroadproductions.com .

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