Brazilian-born, London-based artist Thiago Trosso continues to build momentum toward his upcoming album ‘Magnet’ with the release of his latest single ‘Future’s Looking Bright’, a vibrant, uplifting track that showcases his evolving indie sound. Known for his roots in punk, ska, and reggae, Trosso leans into a more melodic, introspective direction here, blending indie-rock with alt-folk textures.
Driven by bright, plucked guitar arpeggios and swelling instrumentation, ‘Future’s Looking Bright’ unfolds as a hopeful anthem about breaking free from toxic situations and embracing new possibilities. What begins as a stripped-back, reflective moment gradually builds into a powerful, full-band crescendo; mirroring the emotional journey at the heart of the song.
With a career spanning international touring, chart success, and collaborations across multiple continents, Trosso brings a wealth of experience into his solo project. This latest single offers another glimpse into ‘Magnet’, set for release in June 2026, and signals an artist confidently stepping into a new creative chapter.
We caught up with Thiago Trosso to talk about the inspiration behind ‘Future’s Looking Bright’, his transition into solo work, and what listeners can expect from his debut album.
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Can you tell us a bit about your background and how you got started in music?
I used to sing along to some Italian music my mum used to play in the house and in the car. When I was about 9, my music teacher invited me to join a choir, but I wanted to play football instead. At the age of 12, my brother started playing guitar, so I got a drum kit, and we started our first band playing rock covers and writing songs. A few years later, things started getting a bit more ‘serious’ after I started a Ska Punk band called Abraskadabra. We’re still active after 22 years, 4 full-length studio albums, playing international tours and big festivals. Other big musical parts of my life are my previous Alternative Reggae band, Lou Dog, and my current London-based Ska Punk band Popes Of Chillitown.
Who are your biggest musical influences and how have they shaped your sound?
I grew up in Curitiba, Brazil, so Brazilian music has always indirectly influenced me, but my early influences came from my older brothers and cousins listening to rock and punk rock bands from the 90s: Nirvana, Sublime, NOFX, The Offspring, Green Day, and later getting into american Ska Punk bands like Less Than Jake, Reel Big Fish, Goldfinger, RX Bandits who shaped the way I made music for a long time. The mix of horn instruments, melodic and emotional hooks, and aggressive drums and guitars created something really unique that I wanted to explore in my own way.
After moving to the UK and writing with different writers and artists, I reconnected with the music of classic singer-songwriters and folk artists like Cat Stevens, Simon & Garfunkel, and The Beatles, which led to the search for new music within the genre.
This new project is a good mashup of all of that, I believe.
Was there a specific moment or experience that made you decide to pursue music seriously?
I did a Master’s in songwriting after I moved to London in 2018, and the multitude of tools I learned, and the opportunities as a songwriter that it opened, made me believe in myself as a creative person and pursue a life in which writing and performing are the main purpose.
Can you walk us through your typical songwriting process?
I start writing songs with different approaches for different purposes, but usually, melody is Queen. I hear and create melodies in my head, sometimes with lyrics or keywords, especially just before or after sleeping. I sit down with a guitar and figure out the chords and the concept/lyrics around the melody. Very often, this introspective time with my guitar leads to some riffs and progressions that then serve as the foundation for other songs.
How do you find inspiration for your music and lyrics?
Observation and experiences. There are songs hidden or explicitly showing themselves in the world around us at all times. I like to document inspiring moments through journaling and voice memos, and digging through them when I need to write full songs.
I listen to a lot of music and go to many gigs of artists I don’t know too well. Listen to podcasts about songwriters’ lives and processes, and get inspiration from other art forms.
What themes or messages do you hope listeners take away from your music?
Like many artists out there, I want to create a sense of connection through music. We all go through our good and bad experiences in life, and being able to see ourselves and share our mutual feelings is the utmost gift of music.
On this upcoming album, Magnet, I share my story of going through a divorce, the hardships and massive changes it brings to a person’s life. I hope the music brings the listener a sense of worthiness and resilience to start again.
What challenges have you faced as an emerging artist in the music industry?
All of them! I’ve been making alternative/underground music for most of my life, and it’s hard to find people who believe and want to support you. Recently, it’s been the numbers game with this new project, even with all the experience I have in the industry, having played all over the world and showing a solid body of work, most booking agents, managers, labels, etc, won’t take that into account when choosing to work with a new artist/project.
What has been the most rewarding aspect of your musical journey so far?
Playing festivals around the world and supporting slots for many of my favourite bands, sharing the stage and meeting people I grew up listening to.
How do you stay true to yourself and your artistry in a constantly evolving industry?
For me, the secret is not to quit. I keep on collaborating with new people, creating, performing, and networking, which keeps the ideas fresh, always learning from other artists and searching for whatever the next thing is.
What can fans expect from you in the near future? Any upcoming projects or tours?
I want this new project to create a solid fan base and just keep writing new music and touring. The album will be released in June, some gigs and festivals are already booked, and I’m aiming for a full tour and packed agenda for next year.
Where do you see yourself and your music career in the next five years?
I see myself on bigger festival stages, playing music that makes people connect, and writing songs, many songs with as many artists as I can.
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Listen to Thiago Trosso’s new single ‘Future’s Looking Bright’ below.
