
ROZ DE LA CRUZ
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Biography
Roz De La Cruz is an emerging R&B/Pop songwriter based in Toronto, Canada. His debut EP, When Things Go South, features the standout singles South and Take You In, including a memorable collaboration with Leah Daniels. Roz’s impressive artistry and stage presence have earned him the honor of opening twice for the Juno Award-winning group NEW WEST, establishing him as a rising talent in the industry.
Originally from the Philippines, Roz has been an integral part of Toronto’s vibrant music community since moving to Canada. A graduate of Humber College’s acclaimed music program, he has performed his original material at prominent concerts and festivals across the city. He also collaborates with award-winning entertainment agencies and regularly performs with renowned bands such as URequest Live, BPM KREW, and The Vanguards.
Roz is set to perform on May 22nd, 2025, as part of Sofar Sounds Toronto, where he will be previewing his upcoming single, Sleepwalking, officially releasing on May 27th, 2025.

LATEST RELEASE
"Sleepwalking" releases on May 27th 2025
"Sleepwalking" releases on May 27th 2025.
Roz De La Cruz blends Alternative R&B, Dream Pop, and Ambient Soul to create lush, emotionally resonant soundscapes. “SLEEPWALKING” is his latest single—an ethereal reflection on insomnia, emotional detachment, and the blur between dreams and reality. “Why are you still here? Don’t know what is real. Feeling everything, like you’re really here.” Roz delivers a raw, cinematic experience.
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PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS
2025 - SOFAR SOUNDS TORONTO - Asian heritage Showcase - Leslieville, Toronto
2023 - The Opera House, Toronto - Support act for NEW WEST
2022 - The Axis Club, Toronto - Support act for NEW WEST
2020 - Beaches Jazz Festival - Toronto (Virtual)
2019 - Beaches Jazz Festival - Toronto
2019 - Sounds of Leslieville - Toronto

PRESS

Now releasing his luscious, laid-back ballad, "South," the new song tracks the emotional road of a rocky relationship and doing everything in your power to save it from ending. The song was written by Roz and longtime friend/artist Kala Wita and produced by Roz's skilled production team. "South" was mastered by Grammy and Juno award-winning engineer Riley Bell (Daniel Caesar, Chris Brown, New West).
In his newest single, "HOLLYWOOD," Roz De La Cruz takes us through the bittersweet end of a loving relationship. "It's when you haven't fallen out of love with your partner, but life is calling you both in different directions," notes the Toronto-hailing artist. The song's music video takes us through a deeply emotional storyline that will tug on anyone's heartstrings.
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