Expansion Records is proud to present a landmark moment in contemporary soul music with the release of “Love You For All Time”, the long-awaited single and debut full-length album by Ashley Scott, arriving July 11, 2025. A collaboration between the UK’s revered Expansion Records and Soulful Sounds International Records, this release marks not only a milestone in Scott’s rising career but also a vibrant addition to the global soul music canon.
Hailing from Philadelphia, the cradle of rich, emotionally charged soul, and bearing the legacy of his aunt Helen Scott from the legendary group The Three Degrees, Ashley Scott is no stranger to musical excellence. But with “Love You For All Time”, he reaches a new creative summit—crafting a work that honors the golden age of soul while looking resolutely to the future.
“I’m thrilled to be part of the Expansion Records family,” Ashley shares. “The label has spent over 35 years nurturing soul and jazz artists, from Leroy Hutson to Maysa and Bluey of Incognito. This album is an extension of that legacy.”
At the core of “Love You For All Time” is its lush, romantic title track, co-written by Whayn Parr. With the heavenly tones of jazz flute icon Najee, it floats like a modern-day love letter—gentle, sincere, and timeless. It’s a sonic embrace that anchors the album in deep feeling, inviting listeners to surrender to love’s enduring power.
A Soulful Tapestry: Track by Track
What makes “Love You For All Time” an extraordinary debut is the seamless interplay between heartfelt songwriting, genre-spanning arrangements, and world-class collaborations. This is not merely an album; it’s a masterclass in soul storytelling.
- “Always” — Produced by the incomparable Frank McComb, this mid-tempo groove shimmers with nostalgic charm. Scott captures the butterflies of finally dating a long-time crush, wrapping the fantasy-turned-reality in lush harmonies and warm Rhodes textures.
- “Forgive and Forget” — Also guided by McComb and mixed in the vocal sanctuary of Will Downing, this ballad explores the terrain of heartache with raw emotional clarity. It’s the inner monologue of a man wrestling with love, trust, and whether healing is even possible.
- “Questions” — Co-written with the ever-brilliant Eric Roberson, a fellow Howard University alumnus and soul craftsman, this track cuts deep. With production by Damon “Mr. Dizzy Fingers” Bennett, it’s an introspective meditation on emotional vulnerability and the silent complexities that lovers carry.
- “Took Me Back” — A funk-laced throwback to rekindled romance, this track channels the breezy confidence of vintage Philly Soul with a modern bounce. Producer Will Brock infuses it with slick, keyboard-led charm, conjuring dancefloor memories and second chances.
- “Not Now” — This sultry duet with rising Philly talent Tia Shanae is a masterstroke in conversational soul. Written by La’Trese Jones and Stan Brisbon, who also co-wrote Scott’s 2021 international hit “Don’t Throw Our Love Away”, the song is a tender and slightly painful exploration of mismatched timing, passion held at bay.
- “Looking Up To You” — A loving reinterpretation of Michael Wycoff’s classic, this closer is a heartfelt homage to Scott’s late professor Webster Lewis. Under the production of Stan Davis Jr., it becomes more than a cover—it’s a transformation. Scott’s fresh vocal phrasing pays subtle tribute to Zhané, whose “Hey Mr. DJ” sampled the original, bridging eras with reverence and soul.
A Voice for the Present, Rooted in the Past
Following the February release of his acclaimed jazz single “Beautifully Made”, produced by Ben Bullock and Bennie Sims, Scott set the tone for an album that would be deeply personal and musically adventurous. Across eight tracks, “Love You For All Time” delivers Smooth Jazz sophistication, Classic Soul warmth, and R&B sensuality, with traces of Funk and slow jam intimacy woven throughout.
This is the sound of a man not just singing songs but living them. Every lyric feels lived-in. Every chord progression tells a story. And in a genre often dominated by retrospection, Scott boldly brings a contemporary sensitivity without abandoning the spirit of the greats.
Ashley Scott: Keeper of the Flame
An international recording artist and entrepreneur, Ashley Scott is the founder and CEO of Philash Entertainment Group. With previous hits like “Don’t Throw Our Love Away”—a UK Top 10 Modern Soul classic—and “Dance The Night Away”, a favorite among DJs and soul tastemakers worldwide, Scott has already carved a place for himself on the global stage.
He has performed across the U.S. and Europe, earning accolades while sharing stages with luminaries such as Eric Roberson, Take 6, Klymaxx, Bilal, and Najee. With “Love You For All Time”, he firmly stakes his claim as a torchbearer for modern soul—a genre rooted in authenticity, rich in emotion, and open to evolution.
The Verdict
“Love You For All Time” isn’t just a debut—it’s a declaration. A declaration that real soul music is alive, evolving, and in excellent hands. With its impeccable production, rich lyricism, and stunning vocal performances, Ashley Scott delivers an album that’s destined to be one of 2025’s definitive statements in Modern Soul.
Whether you’re a longtime aficionado of vintage soul or a new listener seeking musical sincerity, this album has something for you: groove, introspection, romance, and soul-stirring beauty.
“Love You For All Time” releases July 11, 2025, on Expansion Records.
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