Milahroy Is Giving In to Let Go — Meet Our June Featured Artist

SoundCheck Team
4 days ago
3 min read

Interview by Rebecca McDevitt & Ilana Bornstein

Article & Photos by Rebecca McDevitt

Genre-defying. Heart-forward. Undeniably raw. Milahroy is the kind of artist who doesn’t just sing to you—he makes you feel. Sitting down with SoundCheck Mag for an exclusive Sessions chat, the Connecticut-born, LA-based singer-songwriter opened up about everything from family roots to social media burnout, creative evolution, and the healing power of a good pop-punk anthem.

From Roy to Milahroy: A Reinvented Identity

Milahroy didn’t just stumble onto his name—it was born during a walk down Hollywood Boulevard. “I flipped my last name and put it in front of my first,” he explains. The result: Milahroy—a one-name identity that feels like an alter ego and a nod to his roots. “I’m a first-generation Albanian-American,” he says proudly. “This felt like a way to honor that while making it my own.”

Shaped by Sound: Pop-Punk, Paramore, and Vulnerability

“I grew up on a lot of pop-punk—Paramore, Fall Out Boy,” Milahroy says, “but I’ve always had an ear for female R&B, too.” That sonic fusion defines his work today: gritty yet melodic, nostalgic yet forward-thinking. His latest EP, Give In To Let Go, is a sonic kaleidoscope that captures the chaos and clarity of self-expression. The record’s evolution wasn’t fast or easy—it took two years to find its shape. Songs like “5432DONE” and “2 DAMN GR8FUL” began as standalones, but slowly started forming a cohesive narrative. “I wanted variety,” he says. “A stripped acoustic track next to something heavily produced. I like bending genres—it’s what keeps me creatively free.”

Music With Meaning

For Milahroy, music is more than just melody—it’s therapy. “I started singing with my cousins at five or six. I was always the emotional one, getting lost in the music,” he says. That emotional vulnerability carries into his songwriting process today. “Sometimes I write things that only my therapist should probably hear. But if it resonates with someone, it’s worth it.”

His favorite track from the EP? “Living By Comparison.” Though he doesn’t love performing it live, it’s the song that sticks with him. “It’s about rejecting the pressure to compete, especially in a place like LA where everything feels like a main character contest.”

Social Media and the Double-Edged Sword of Content Creation

Milahroy is no stranger to the pressure of online presence. “Social media is a full-time job,” he admits. “Some days I’ll open my phone, hit record, and just go with it. If it works, great. If not, at least I tried.” He’s involved in every detail, from aesthetics to captions—yes, the stylized, AIM-inspired titles like “2DAMNGR8FUL” are very intentional.

Despite having a small team, he often trusts his gut. “I want to be involved in every part of my art, from the song title to the visuals. That’s how I stay connected.”

LA, Lessons, and Letting Go

Now six years into his LA journey, Milahroy has seen the city’s highs and lows. “I’m glad I came out here when I did,” he reflects. “If I came earlier, I think the industry might have chewed me up. LA has taught me to keep some cards close—protect what matters.”

When asked how he defines success, his answer is grounded: “Being able to take a feeling, record it, and have someone listen to it—that’s success. Passion over paycheck.”

Color Palettes, Palo Santo, and King Boo

Every SoundCheck Session ends with some fun—and Milahroy did not disappoint. His music, he says, would be a palette of forest greens and citrine golds. “Green is the heart chakra. It’s emotional. It’s me.”

Unexpected tour bag items? Palo Santo. Fictional character swap? King Boo from Mario Kart. “He’s chill, glides through walls, and doesn’t let anything get to him.”

What’s Next for Milahroy?

There’s more on the horizon: a brand new single is coming in the next month or two. Written during the LA wildfires and inspired by the dream of a more united world, the track is currently in final production. “It asks—what if we could really set aside our differences?” he shares. And he's already deep into writing the next EP, collaborating with ZK Productions (Mayday Parade, Cartel) in Atlanta. Milahroy isn’t just releasing music—he’s releasing himself, piece by piece, track by track. Through every lyric, post, and performance, he’s crafting a world that invites others in—to feel, to reflect, to heal.