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"Aliza Hava is a musical force to be reckoned with. Her graveled voice has a quality that emotes at the very first syllable. She has a considerable amount of power, but never over states it. There are many artists that have five of the six winning lottery numbers, artistically speaking, but Aliza clearly has the rare gift of all six. The music seems to flow through her like it did Stevie Ray Vaughan, channeling something bigger than a handful of chords and a catchy chorus."
-Luke Wolk, Radio Guitar One
"Aliza Hava has created an anthem of female empowerment with the stirring 'Into the Light.' It has a catchy beat to it, and it is evident that Hava has an old soul. The listener can recall Paloma Faith meets Sheryl Crow with elements of the late but great Janis Joplin, and its lyrics are pure poetry and meaningful."
-Markos Papadatos, Digital Journal
“The new single from folk-rock artist Aliza Hava is immediate and compelling. ‘Into the Light’ is a gloriously uplifting song of hope and redemption, channeling Hava’s positive energy and transmitting these feelings to the listener.”
-Andrew Frolish, Americana UK
Aliza Hava (“aLEEza Hah-vuh”) sings truth to power, delivering messages of transformation and social change, whether through haunting ballads that tug at heartstrings or uplifting anthems that ignite the spirit.
Her award-winning fusion of folk, rock, pop, and soul has taken her around the world. Aliza is known for writing lyrics with gut-level honesty, delivered with power and passion. After struggling through a difficult childhood, her depth and perseverance shine through her music, reminding her audiences that the magic of life itself is reason to live and thrive, no matter our circumstances.
Aliza’s upcoming album, Into the Light, features ten empowering songs that take listeners on a transformative journey from trauma to triumph. With ardent vocals, evocative lyrics, and potent storytelling, the album explores the process of going into the depths of internal darkness to face the challenges necessary to heal, grow, and emerge triumphant and thriving.
The lyrics are insightful yet accessible, as evidenced by the success of the lead single & B-side, Into the Light backed w/ The Only Way Out Is Through, which charted on NACC Top 5 Folk Adds upon its release. In addition to the NACC charts, tracks from Into the Light have charted on the AMA charts and Roots Music Report for eight weeks in a row, and charted as the #1 & 13 Folk Rock Songs, #9 Top Folk Album and #3 Top Folk-Rock Album on the Roots Music Report the week of April 19, 2025.
Produced by multi-platinum Grammy® winner Mikal Blue, the album features a world-class lineup of musicians, including bassist Dean Dinning of Toad the Wet Sprocket, cellist Giovanna Glayton (Adele, Tori Amos) and drummer Gregg Bissonette of Ringo Starr's All-Star Band.Based in Southern Oregon, Aliza tours frequently and has performed across North America, the UK, Europe, India, Australia, Asia, and North Africa. She has shared bills with artists such as Zac Brown Band, Rising Appalachia, Michael Franti, Dr. John, and more.
