There’s something striking about the way Ava Valianti writes songs. They don’t feel polished for the sake of polish. They feel lived in. Honest. Sometimes messy in the best way. At just 16 years old, the Massachusetts-based singer-songwriter is already carving out a space that feels entirely her own, and her latest single, “Deep Fuchsia,” makes it clear she’s entering a bold new chapter.
I’ve followed Ava’s work since her early releases, and what stands out most is how fearless she is with emotion. From her debut single “bubble wrap” through her breakout EP petunias, she’s consistently written from a place of openness that many artists take years to reach. Her songs don’t hide behind metaphor for safety. They lean into vulnerability, into overthinking, into that messy in-between space where feelings are loud and confusing and real.
“Deep Fuchsia” builds on that foundation but pushes her sound forward in a noticeable way. It’s brighter, louder, and more electric than her earlier work, without losing the intimacy that makes her music resonate. The song captures the rush of falling hard for someone, when everything feels heightened and a little unstable, yet impossible to walk away from. There’s a tension in the track that mirrors the emotion behind it: devotion mixed with doubt, excitement brushing up against fear.
Musically, the track leans into pop-rock energy while still carrying Ava’s indie sensibility. The production feels more expansive, the hooks more confident, and her vocals land with a new kind of authority. You can hear her growth not just as a singer, but as a storyteller who’s learning how to let her voice take up space. It’s the kind of song that feels personal but instantly relatable, the kind you play on repeat because it puts words to emotions you didn’t know how to explain.
What makes Ava especially compelling is how much she’s already accomplished without losing her sense of self. Her debut EP petunias earned widespread attention for its emotional honesty and songwriting depth, leading to radio play across hundreds of stations and recognition from major music organizations. She’s shared stages with artists like The Strumbellas, Lucy Kaplansky, and Andrew Duhon, all while still navigating high school life and writing songs from her bedroom in Newbury, Massachusetts.
“Deep Fuchsia” feels like a turning point. It’s the sound of an artist stepping forward with more confidence, more color, and more intention. It hints at what’s coming next without giving everything away. And with a Northeast tour on the horizon, Ava is clearly ready to bring these songs into the world in a bigger way.
If this single is any indication, Ava Valianti isn’t just growing as an artist, she’s finding her voice in real time. And it’s one worth paying attention to.
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