Sophia Urista: Rock’s Fearless Frontwoman – Bio, Music, Controversy & 2025 Comeback
Sophia Urista commands the stage like few others. This Detroit-born, Brooklyn-raised singer bursts with raw power and zero apologies. You probably know her as the explosive voice of Brass Against, the brass-metal band that covers Rage Against the Machine and Tool. Or maybe you remember her viral (and infamous) 2021 festival moment. Either way, in 2025 Sophia Urista is back with new solo music and bigger fire than ever.
Who Is Sophia Urista?
Sophia Urista was born on November 1, 1985, in Detroit. She grew up in a creative family—her mom painted, her dad played music. Soon she moved to New York City. There she performed in wild immersive shows like The Box and Sleep No More. In 2016 she turned all four chairs on The Voice Season 11 with her soulful take on Lisa Stansfield’s “Come Around.”
Today the 5’7″ rock star lives happily married to Peloton instructor Jess King (they tied the knot in March 2021). Sophia proudly identifies as queer and calls herself a “misfit queen.”
Her Career Journey So Far
- 2014 – Sang on the John Wick soundtrack
- 2016 – Competed on The Voice (Team Miley Cyrus)
- 2020 – Joined Brass Against and blew up online with covers of “Wake Up,” “The Pot,” and “Killing in the Name”
- 2021 – Toured Europe, opened for Tool, released her first solo single “Everything About You”
- 2024 – Dropped the emotional ballad “memory”
- 2025 – Released the sexy, defiant single “Dangerous” and the cinematic “the city”
Right now she has over 13K monthly listeners on Spotify and keeps dropping new tracks.
The 2021 Onstage Controversy Everyone Still Talks About
At the 2021 Welcome to Rockville festival, Sophia pulled a fan on stage, then urinated on him during the set. The video went mega-viral. Police investigated, but the fan refused to press charges. Brass Against apologized immediately and said it would never happen again. NASCAR even banned the band from their tracks.
Sophia later explained she got carried away in the moment. Many fans forgave her; others still bring it up. Either way, it cemented her “rock ’n’ roll wild child” reputation.
What’s Next for Sophia Urista in 2025–2026?
She now focuses on solo work. Her latest single “Dangerous” is streaming everywhere. On November 29, 2025, she plays a special guest spot with Brazilian Girls at The Sultan Room in Brooklyn. More tour dates are coming soon.
5 Most Asked Sophia Urista FAQs
1. How old is Sophia Urista? She is 40 (born November 1, 1985).
2. Who is Sophia Urista married to? She married fitness star and Peloton coach Jess King in March 2021.
3. Did Sophia Urista really pee on a fan? Yes, in November 2021 at Welcome to Rockville. No charges were filed, and the band apologized.
4. What is Sophia Urista’s newest song? “Dangerous” (2025), plus “the city” and “memory” from recent years.
5. Where can I see Sophia Urista live? Catch her November 29, 2025, at The Sultan Room in Brooklyn with Brazilian Girls. Solo headline dates are expected in 2026.
Final Thoughts
Love her or judge her, Sophia Urista stays 100% herself. She delivers screaming vocals, honest lyrics, and zero filter. In 2025 she proves the controversy didn’t break her—it only made her louder.
What’s your favorite Sophia track? Drop it in the comments!
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