It's official: Luca Vasta is the new champion of Germanic pop. Sure, you've never heard of her, and no, her music is not available in North America just yet, but we're here to tell you that it's only a matter of time before she begins her worldwide ascent with debut album, Alba, that might be one of the biggest surprise albums of the year. The album is full of music that contains what every lover of pop looks for: palpable energy, soaring dynamics, oodles of soul, deep songwriting, expansive instrumentation, and, last but not least, vocals that could make a rose rise from the pavement. Topping off all of the above is the attitude and pizzaz she applies within her music, making Luca stand starkly out from the crowd of her contemporaries. We're sure the wheels are in motion to get a worldwide release for Alba, but don't let that stop you from taking in the magnificence that are our album-highlights below. Alba is available in select European countries, so if you happen to reside within the continent, head on over to iTunes. If you live elsewhere, stick with the highlights below to get yourself properly hyped before you, too, can indulge in the full body of work.
Luca Vasta