Ava Valianti is a 17-year-old indie pop/pop-rock singer-songwriter from Newbury, Massachusetts, whose emotionally honest songwriting and dynamic live performances have quickly established her as one of New England’s most exciting emerging artists. Blending introspective lyricism with soaring melodies and a guitar-driven sound, Ava writes songs that capture the complexities of growing up with striking authenticity.
Fresh off the release of her acclaimed sophomore EP, Sophomore Slump, Ava returns with her powerful new single, “alterations,” a deeply personal exploration of body image, self-worth, and the pressure to meet impossible standards. The track, out August 14th, continues her evolution as a fearless songwriter, tackling difficult subjects with vulnerability, empathy, and emotional depth.
Over the past year, Ava has earned airplay on more than 300 radio stations, surpassed 625,000 career streams, and received recognition from the Boston Music Awards, New England Music Awards, the Unsigned Only Music Awards, and the American Songwriter Road Ready Talent Contest, where she was named First Runner-Up after performing live at Nashville’s famed Basement East. She has since taken the stage at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles, further expanding her growing national profile.
Whether performing intimate acoustic sets or commanding full-band stages, Ava continues to connect with audiences through songs that are as relatable as they are unforgettable. Following performances across New England, New York, Nashville, and Los Angeles, she’ll headline The Music Hall Lounge in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, on August 22, showcasing music from Sophomore Slump, “alterations,” and her upcoming 3rd EP.
With each release, Ava proves herself to be more than a promising young artist, she’s a compelling new voice in indie pop, unafraid to tell the stories that many people are feeling but few know how to say out loud.
