María Zardoya, under her solo project Not for Radio, has unveiled her latest musical offering, the Bloom EP. This collection marks a vibrant shift from her previous winter album Melt, embracing the revitalizing energy of spring with three fresh compositions. The release is accompanied by a European tour, where Zardoya continues to captivate audiences with her distinctive sound.
Not For Radio's Spring Bloom and European Tour
In a delightful surprise, María Zardoya, known for her solo endeavor Not for Radio, launched her Bloom EP on April 17, 2026. This new release features three enchanting tracks titled “Kitten,” “Ache,” and “Living Room,” symbolizing a departure from the introspective mood of her winter album, Melt, and welcoming the vibrant essence of spring. Fans at the recent Coachella music festival were among the first to experience live renditions of “Kitten” and “Ache,” while “Living Room” had previously graced the stages of her earlier Winter in the Garden tour.
Zardoya shared on Instagram her intent for Bloom to be her final release under the Not for Radio pseudonym for an unspecified period. Enthusiasts will have the opportunity to acquire a special flower-shaped vinyl edition of the EP, which will include a live version of “Comet,” a track showcased during her tour, alongside a Not for Radio interpretation of her acclaimed song “No One Noticed.”
Currently, Zardoya is traversing Europe, bringing her Melt tour to major cities including the romantic streets of Paris, the fashion hub of Milan, and the historic capital of London. This tour provides a unique platform for her to connect with a global audience as Not for Radio, showcasing her evolving artistry and captivating performances.
Zardoya's journey into her solo work, separate from her band The Marías, stems from a deliberate desire for creative exploration. As she shared in an interview with Role Model for Rolling Stone's Musicians on Musicians, she sought an intentionally challenging environment for recording Melt, choosing the cold, snowy landscape of upstate New York over her familiar, warm Puerto Rican roots. This intentional embrace of discomfort ultimately fueled her artistic growth and shaped the distinct sound of her solo projects.