dexter in the newsagent: I have the ‘i told ya’ on steady repeat mode
Sometimes you just have to acknowledge certain fire from across the pond is more than just a regional flex. It’s all types of happy feels coming courtesy of crooner dexter in the newsagent with the ‘i told ya’ tune.
The song is pure fire and gets you moving no matter what mood you’re in. Completely geek out over this fire audio gem.
South London-based alt-pop genius dexter in the newsagent has just shared her newest single, "i told ya" – out now. This release arrives alongside the news that dexter will be opening for Blood Orange for his sold out November 8th show at the Alexandra Palace Theater in London. "i told ya" marks dexter's fourth release of the year, following last month's release of "Eighteen", "With u", New York Times Song of the Week "Special", and a guest feature on Jim Legxacy's critically acclaimed album black british music (2025) with "dexters phone call". Following the momentum of her 2022 breakout project Fortune Cookie, a six-track offering that solidified Dexter’s reputation as one of the UK’s most compelling young voices, the new single lands with a sharper edge and reflective tone. Where Fortune Cookie saw Dexter navigating the push-pull of adolescence, “I told ya” explores a more complex space: as Dexter both gains experience in releasing music and maturity in her years. In a slight contrast to her previous releases, on “I told ya”, Dexter explores a more up-tempo beat; a nod to her vast influences and love for music.
Earlier this year, Dexter performed at Fête de la Musique in Paris as part of a one-day pop-up experience alongside artists such as Kwes e, Mosses, Natanya, and Sahn, in collaboration with Always Do What You Should Do. The performance marked a rare opportunity to see Dexter in an intimate live setting, further building anticipation for what’s next in her evolving artistry. Since the release of Fortune Cookie, featuring fan favourites like “Play Pretend”, “Something Real,” and “Vexed”, Dexter has been on a rapid ascent. From self-recording on her iPhone to selling out London’s Moth Club, supporting Fred Again and Denzel b, and being praised by tastemakers including BBC Radio 1, NME, The FADER, and The Face, Dexter’s journey is as unfiltered and compelling as the music she creates. Her honesty and lo-fi sensibility have resonated widely, with songs that tackle growing pains, emotional burnout, and the bittersweet comedown of early adulthood. With “I told ya,” Dexter turns the page on a new era — unapologetic and true to the voice that’s always said exactly what it means.
