If you haven't heard of her yet, Moxie Raia is an upcoming singer and songwriter from New Jersey. Also known as Laura Raia, and she is of Italian descent. Moxie began her career as a professional dancer and songwriter when she was a teen. At the age of 13, she moved to NYC and enrolled in the Professional Children's School. She later studied jazz at Columbia University, until she got an opportunity to work with Capitol Records to team up for a cover of "Beware" by Big Sean, which prompted her to move to LA.
Fast forward to the recent past, or March, when she released her debut mix tape "931" that you can download for free from her website, (yomoxie.com) that offers exhilarating collaborations with Pusha T, Post Malone, and Wyclef Jean. She shows off her fierce talent by embracing old school R&B vibes, as well showcasing brilliant vocals.
Soon after her release of her mixtape, she got the amazing opportunity to tour and open for one of the biggest names in music, Justin Bieber, for the first leg of his highly anticipated Purpose Tour. This not only exposed her to a broader audience but the amazing experience of touring all around the country.
Not only is she talented, but she has a huge heart made of gold. Raia is known for her signature of spreading love by telling the audience to smile for her snapchat as they cheer "(Insert City Here) LOVES!" She was also known for meeting up with fans during the shows, as well as tweeting them and showing all sorts of love on social media. Her fans love her so much too. Just look at all this love:
"Hey moxie it's Alexis I just wanted to stop by and say I love you and how much I appreciate all that you do. You're a gem, keep doing you." - Alexis aka @bottledups via twitter
"Moxie is such an incredible woman not only for her authentic music but also for her honesty and pure personality. It's hard to find people out there that are just as beautiful on the inside than they are on the outside but that's exactly what she is. She has the biggest heart and uses her platform for so much good. The love she also has for her fans is so special. There's no doubt that if you love her she will love you right back. I've been supporting Moxie for a good four months now and I have felt nothing but love since the day I met her. Moxie is truly an inspiration and I am so thankful to be able to look up to someone as genuine and wonderful as she is." -Allie aka @lovesickallie via twitter
Moxie Raia interacting with fans at Justin Bieber's Purpose Tour.
Scott 'Scooter' Braun, the longtime music manager for Justin Bieber as well as multiple other artists, recently signed her to his label, which is an amazing achievement. It is without a doubt that the future is very bright for her and her career.
"scooterbraun: Congrats @yomoxie. Fun times ahead. @sb_projects @defjamrecords @oliviazaro @freddywexler" Scooter Braun's Instagram post about Moxie Raia's signing.
So shout out to Moxie Raia, one of the most talented upcoming artists in the music industry. If you haven't heard of her, check her out, you won't regret it. This sweet, kind, talented and humble soul deserves every good thing that is coming her way. Congratulations Moxie! Soon enough we will see you releasing albums and hopefully you'll be on your own world tour someday!
Love you girl and good luck with everything!