María Zardoya

María Zardoya (born November 21, 1994) is a Puerto Rican-American singer and musician. She is the lead vocalist of the band The Marías.

Life and career

Zardoya was born in Puerto Rico and later moved to Atlanta, Georgia, where she was raised. She eventually moved to Los Angeles. In Los Angeles, she met drummer Josh Conway at the Kibitz Room, and the two subsequently formed the band The Marías.[1] Her work with the band is known for featuring bilingual lyrics in both English and Spanish.[2]

Solo project and collaborations

In September 2025, Zardoya announced her debut solo project using the name **Not for Radio**. Her first solo album, titled Melt, was released on October 10, 2025.[3][4]

Zardoya has collaborated with several other artists. She appeared on the song "Otro Atardecer" with Bad Bunny, and worked with Cuco on the track "Si Me Voy". She also collaborated with Tainy and Young Miko on the song "Mañana". In 2024, she performed "Otro Atardecer" as part of Bad Bunny's stadium tour.[5]

References

  1. ^ "Meet María, the Frontwoman Mastering '90s Minimalist Makeup and Self-Care on Tour". Vogue. August 15, 2019. Retrieved October 10, 2019.
  2. ^ Lopez, Julyssa (September 12, 2024). "María Zardoya Is Bridging Worlds Through Music". Time Magazine. Retrieved December 5, 2025.
  3. ^ "The Marías' María Zardoya Announces Debut Solo Album 'Melt' As Not For Radio". Stereogum. September 30, 2025. Retrieved October 6, 2025.
  4. ^ Mier, Tomás (October 1, 2025). "The Marías' María Zardoya Branches Out for First Solo Album as Not for Radio". Rolling Stone. Retrieved October 6, 2025.
  5. ^ Taylor, Alex James (October 29, 2025). "Maria Zardoya in conversation with Sophie Thatcher". HERO Magazine. Retrieved December 5, 2025.
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