Los Angeles–born vocalist Raquel Rodriguez has been honing her craft for over a
decade, building a body of work steeped in soul, funk, and authenticity. A powerhouse
both as a singer and songwriter, she has quietly cultivated a loyal fan base while
flying under the radar of mainstream U.S. radio. But now, thanks to the momentum of
her latest project, Housewife, and a hugely successful European tour, Rodriguez is
finally being recognized on a global scale—and this moment is entirely hers.
“This upcoming Europe tour is my longest tour yet,” she shared in a recent interview, a
reflection of just how far her reach has grown. Her amazing voice has taken her from
Streaming to Standing Ovations.
Rodriguez’s breakout track, “Mile High,” a slow-burn groove full of heart and heat, has garnered over 5 million streams on Spotify. But for many fans in the UK and Europe, those virtual listens are now turning into live, sold-out experiences.
“I can’t wait to come back and celebrate my new album Housewife with you,” she posted to her London audience on Instagram, ahead of her show at Islington Assembly Hall.
With the release of Housewife, Rodriguez took a bold step into deeper artistic territory. The EP, which she says is a tribute to the unseen labor and emotional weight women carry, pairs sultry vocals with live instrumentation and deeply personal lyrics. “This record is about labor. Emotional labor, creative labor, physical labor,” Raquel told fans. “I wanted it to feel intimate and warm. Like a home-cooked meal. Like something you could put on while you’re cleaning, cooking, writing, dreaming.” The Not Your Average Housewife tour, named after the album, is helping redefine what it means to be a working, independent artist in today’s industry: self-made, self-aware, and unapologetically soulful.
While U.S. platforms have yet to embrace her fully, audiences abroad have shown up in full force. From Berlin to Paris, Dublin, and London, her tour is drawing a passionate crowd that craves real music and genuine emotion.
In the UK, especially, there’s a strong appreciation for soul music and honest artistry, and Raquel is delivering both in spades. As one concertgoer in Bristol put it:
“She sings like she’s telling your story. You don’t just hear her—you feel her.”
In many ways, the overseas leg of her journey is more than just a tour; it’s an artistic
homecoming.
Raquel’s voice is a masterclass in texture and soul. Described by collaborators as a “creative alchemist,” she has a unique ability to channel life’s beauty and complexity
into sound. Her tone is smoky and sultry, yet grounded and powerful, a voice that doesn’t just entertain, but connects.
Despite being overlooked by traditional industry gatekeepers in the U.S., her success abroad proves one thing: the world is listening now.
With a sold-out European tour, a critically appreciated EP, and a growing international fan base, Raquel Rodriguez has raised the bar, and she’s just getting started. As she prepares to return home, there’s hope that the U.S. music scene will finally catch up to what her global fans already know: she’s the real deal.
And this time, the spotlight better be ready for her.
For tour dates, check out her
website: https://www.raquel.la/
Photo Credit by Raquel Rodriquez and Deb Hayter
