Our guest today is rising alternative-pop star Isabel LaRosa. The Maryland-born artist grew up in a musical household—her father played saxophone, and she was writing songs with her brother Thomas from a young age. Fast forward to 2025, and Isabel has become one of pop’s most exciting new voices. With over 2 billion Spotify streams and recent nods from People Magazine and InStyle as an artist to watch, her momentum is undeniable. This week, she releases her debut album Raven—a dark, magnetic collection blending synth-pop, R&B, and electronic textures, co-written entirely with her brother. In today’s episode, we chat with Isabel about the making of Raven, their collaborative songwriting process, and how growing up in a creative family shaped her vision. We also talk about her upcoming Psychopomp tour and what fans can expect from the live show.
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