Antonio Larosa is a country-roots artist whose music blends the grit of blues, the soul of vintage rock, and the storytelling of classic country. With a voice that channels the spirit of Elvis Presley, Larosa creates songs that are heartfelt, lived-in, and unapologetically honest. Raised in Vancouver, BC, Larosa was drawn to the music of Johnny Cash, The Allman Brothers, BB King, and Roy Orbison from a young age. His music reflects those roots: raw, rhythmic, and filled with sincerity, but filtered through his own lens and life experiences.
After years of cutting his teeth on stages across Western Canada, he’s developed a reputation for his electric live shows, where blistering guitar work and vulnerable lyricism meet. In 2023 and 2025, Larosa was awarded Roots Artist of the Year by the BC Country Music Association, a milestone that affirmed the impact of his music and the path he’s been carving independently. His songs have been featured on SiriusXM and on editorial playlists across Spotify, Amazon Music, and Apple Music, and he continues to build a loyal audience through his performances and recordings.
Name:
Antonio Larosa
Genre:
Country-Rock / Roots / Americana
Founded:
2016 (released my first single that year)
# of Albums:
2 albums released, with a third on the way in 2026
Latest Album:
Stumblin’ (2024)
Latest Single:
I Don’t Shine
Latest Video:
Favourite musician growing up:
Elvis Presley
Favourite musician now:
Sam Fender
Guilty pleasure song:
“Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now” — Jefferson Starship
Live show ritual:
A quiet moment to focus, vocal warmups, and getting in the right headspace before stepping on stage
Favourite local musician:
Emmett Jerome
EP or LP?
LP
Early bird or night owl?
Definitely night owl
Road or studio?
Studio
Any shows or albums coming up?
Local show on April 25 at The Pearl in Vancouver with Honeybear The Band. Tickets here.
Cross-Canada tour announcement coming at the end of the month, plus new music leading into my next album.
Where can we follow you?
YouTube | TikTok | Website | Instagram | Facebook | Spotify
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Rapid Fire Local Questions:
What is your favourite local restaurant?
Savio Volpe
What is your favourite street in your city and why?
Commercial Drive — culture, food, music, and community energy
What is your favourite park in your city and why?
Burrard View Park — mountain views and a perfect reset spot
What is your favourite music venue in your city?
The Princeton Pub & Guilt & Company — I cut my teeth at both of these spots
What is your favourite music store in your city?
Long & McQuade (North Vancouver) — they always take great care of me
