There are few voices in contemporary electronic music as instantly recognisable as Anabel Englund.
Across more than a decade of collaborations, solo releases and unforgettable dance records, the Los Angeles singer-songwriter has become one of the defining vocalists in modern house music. Her ability to blend vulnerability with euphoric production has earned her a unique place within the genre—creating songs that feel equally at home on festival stages, late-night club floors and solitary headphone moments.
While many artists choose between commercial appeal and emotional depth, Englund has built her career by embracing both. Her music moves effortlessly between shimmering electronic pop, soulful house and deeply personal songwriting, proving that dance music can be as emotionally compelling as it is euphoric.
Behind every collaboration and every release is an artist driven by authenticity. Whether writing intimate lyrics, working alongside acclaimed producers or shaping the creative direction of her own records, Englund has remained committed to making music that feels honest above all else.
RAW caught up with Anabel Englund to discuss her journey into music, finding her voice as both a songwriter and performer, collaborating with some of electronic music’s biggest names, and the lessons she’s learned throughout her career.
Every artist has a beginning. What first drew you into music professionally?
Anabel Englund:
I started by singing for anyone who asked. A friend filmed me performing The Girl from Ipanema and uploaded it to YouTube. Someone from ABC Family (now Freeform) came across the video and invited me in, which led to my first opportunity writing and recording songs for the network.
Around that same time I met producers I really admired, including Lee Foss, Jamie Jones and Infinity Ink. Looking back, those early experiences completely changed the direction of my career.
Did you always believe your voice could become your career?
Anabel Englund:
Deep down, yes.
I’ve always wondered what would happen if I simply kept going and continued pushing myself creatively. Every year I discover something new about myself as an artist, and I still feel like there’s so much more I want to achieve.
Was there a particular moment when everything started to feel real?
Anabel Englund:
Not one defining breakthrough, but there have definitely been moments that reminded me I was on the right path.
Playing Coachella with my brother, or performing in packed clubs where everyone knew the words to my songs that’s when you realise you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be. Those moments stay with you.
Electronic music has become synonymous with your sound. Was that always the destination?
Anabel Englund:
Definitely.
I remember hearing a house record with vocals while I was in college and thinking, I know I can do this. From that moment on, building a career in electronic music became something I genuinely wanted.
Your catalogue moves comfortably between euphoric club records and deeply personal songwriting. How would you describe your artistic identity?
Anabel Englund:
It reflects my personality.
Sometimes my music is sexy and confident. Other times it’s light, emotional and dreamy. I’ve never wanted to stay in one lane because people aren’t just one thing, and neither is music.
Collaboration has played a major role throughout your career. What makes a creative partnership work?
Anabel Englund:
Trust.
When you have a genuine friendship or creative connection with someone, everything flows naturally. Everyone brings different strengths into the room, and together you can create something that’s bigger than either person could have made alone.
Even as a vocalist, you’ve always maintained a strong creative voice. How involved are you during the writing and production process?
Anabel Englund:
Very involved.
Even if I’m not producing every element myself, I like to be part of every creative decision. Writing songs is incredibly personal to me, so I want to help shape every stage of the process from beginning to end.
Every career comes with setbacks. What have the difficult moments taught you?
Anabel Englund:
Resilience, more than anything.
There were times when I lost my management and my entire team and had to rebuild everything from scratch. It wasn’t easy, but it taught me to believe in myself even when other people didn’t.
Today I’m surrounded by people who genuinely believe in my vision, and having that support makes all the difference.
After everything you’ve achieved, what still inspires you to keep creating?
Anabel Englund:
I’m always chasing the feeling of writing something honest.
Whether it’s a club record or something more intimate, I want people to feel something when they hear it. That’s what keeps me motivated continuing to evolve, collaborating with great people and making music that genuinely connects with others.
