Watch out for Azra’s new uptempo rocker, “If It Wasn’t for You,” reminiscent of early 2000s Avril Lavigne’s skater rock.

AZRA immigrated to San Jose, CA, at nine and faced the challenges of rediscovering herself after this life-altering change. Before pursuing music, she attended Boston University and had a career as a corporate business executive consultant, which she eventually left to follow her passion for music. At 19, she was diagnosed with glaucoma and temporarily lost sight in her right eye, which led her to create the Substance Pop genre, aiming to empower others to pursue their dreams despite hardships. In 2017, AZRA released her first EP, Freedom, and toured with the Plain White T’s. She achieved chart success with her singles “Dimension” and “Dangerous.” In 2023, she released “ALL OUT,” which gained traction on KROQ’s “Locals Only” show and was featured in Korea Daily. She followed with “i wish you would cry” and “Bring Me The Crown,” the latter earning a licensing deal with Five Guys. In July 2023, AZRA released her EP, The Chronicles of Substance Pop: The Rebellion, celebrated with a performance at Hotel Cafe and her first West Coast headlining tour. Her music videos and features in outlets like Medium and Authority Magazine have contributed to her growing recognition and fan base, the Azradeities.