ha•zel

There’s a difficult balance in writing music that feels both heavy and delicate, but Los Angeles band Ha•zel manages it effortlessly throughout their self-titled debut EP. After releasing a single, “Eyes Meant 4 Me,” in early 2025, the band returns with five new tracks on their debut EP, arriving in fall 2026 via Sunday Drive Records.

Across the release, Ha•zel blends heavy, 00’s post-hardcore and ’90s alternative rock riffs with moments of restraint. Vocalist Julieta Burgos carries each song with a strong performance, weaving between English and Spanish with melancholic lyrics. The band knows when to pull back, allowing quietness and melodies to elevate Julieta’s voice.