Linda Diaz

Linda Diaz is a singer-songwriter from Manhattan’s Lower East Side, defined by her soulful voice, poetic lyricism, and jazz sensibility. She first gained national acclaim in 2020 when she won the NPR Tiny Desk Contest with her original song, “Green Tea Ice Cream.” The track — a modern-day “favorite things” and a heartfelt tribute to her LES roots — earned praise from Brittany Howard and NPR Tiny Desk creator Bob Boilen. After a period of personal and creative transformation, Diaz returns with her latest single, “Watching Ourselves Die” (ft. Solomon Fox), marking the beginning of her most daring project yet — a sound that fuses alt-R&B with elements of jazz, soul, and indie pop, grounded in the grit and magic of NYC. A true daughter of the Lower East Side, Linda Diaz is a rising star embodying resilience, reinvention, and an unshakable sense of self. Beyond music, Diaz is a former New York City chess champion — a testament to the tenacity and creativity that continue to shape her artistry today.