Alternative-pop artist, Izzy Strigel has released her captivating new single, “Breathe” today. A vulnerable, lyrical masterpiece, the track chronicles Strigel’s rollercoaster of emotions during a past relationship alongside stunning instrumentals that makes for a mesmerizing listen. The song can be heard now below.
“After the breakup, a lot of emotions and clarity flushed forward, and the only way I knew how to process it was to write about it,” explains Strigel, who wrote “Breathe” about her personal experience with feeling trapped in a relationship with a past lover.
Izzy began singing as a young child in Durham, North Carolina. After acquiring her performance chops by performing in a band, she eventually evolved into a solo artist, releasing five singles consisting of two collaborations with Relikk. Using her creative talents to stay motivated, Izzy found her niche in writing compelling, relatable lyrics. Her expertise in various instruments such as guitar, piano, and drums only work to elevate her brilliant storytelling.
Priding herself in being authentic and multi-faceted, with Izzy Strigel what you see is what you get. Her alternative, electro-pop style is a perfect mold of various musical inspirations such as Justin Bieber and The Chainsmokers, with a tinge of lyrical emulation from artists like Dominic Fike and Remi Wolf. These elements together generate Izzy’s own distinctive sound that makes her identifiable in a sea of artists.