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a deeper dig of avara
09.12.25

Avara is an artist who wants to reveal all of her throughout her music. That includes enhancing vocals, movements that has meaning fused into culture and production that leaves you grounded and full of comfort. She’s an Indian-American R&B/soul artist and producer. She was born in New York City, grew up in Atlanta, and is now based in Los Angeles and that journey is showcased within her music.

In April 2025, she released her mixtape “a softer place to land,” a deeply soulful project that celebrates the beauty of the creative process and the emotional depth of love. Featuring collaborations with artists such as Deb Fan, AYUSH, Rahul, KOAD, Alé Araya, REHMA, ELYSÍA, Calla Morgan, and Chloe George, the album offers a heartfelt exploration of connection, vulnerability, and healing. You can find the complete write-up here.

In celebration of the mixtape’s release, she launched her first-ever headline tour, “i am a mirror” in New York, Atlanta, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. Taking place in late August, the tour marked a significant milestone in her artistic journey, offering fans an intimate glimpse into the emotions and stories behind the project.

In Episode 34, we explore how’s tour been treating, her growth as an artist and the journey getting to the point where she is now. The episode dives into how she weaves a range of emotions from vulnerability to joy into her creative process, offering deeper insight into the project as a whole. Filmed at Café du Nord in San Francisco, the focus was on capturing the vibrant, jazz-influenced energy of her performance, showcasing the emotional depth and authenticity that define this chapter of her artistry.

There’s a certain beauty in the journey in the way music can reflect growth, identity, and the stories we carry. She’s an artist who has embraced that path fully, honing her craft with intention and heart since the release of her debut single, “golden,” in April 2023. From that first moment to her latest project, she has continued to evolve, offering listeners not just songs, but deeply personal experiences. As she moves forward, it’s clear that her music isn’t just about where she’s been it’s about where she’s going, and the space she’s creating for others to feel, reflect, and belong along the way.