Sofia Gobbi isn’t easing into 2026 quietly; she’s kicking the door down with her debut album ‘Bigger Man’, and she’s doing it with a grin.
After building steady buzz with support from BBC Radio 1, CLASH, Earmilk, and more, the London-based alt-pop riser finally unveils her first full-length project — and it feels like the arrival of an artist who knows exactly who she is. Blending polished pop hooks with the bite and edge of indie rock, Bigger Man is a ten-track rush of youth, chaos, late-night decisions, emotional whiplash, and self-realisation.
‘Bigger Man’ thrives on contrast. One moment it’s tugging at bruised feelings from messy relationships; the next it’s delivering an adrenaline shot of empowerment. Gobbi navigates blurred romantic expectations, shifting gender roles, and modern dating fatigue with honesty and humour. The title itself stems from that all-too-relatable moment of surrender — deciding to “be the bigger man” when the emotional labour starts to feel uneven. It’s sharp, timely, and undeniably self-aware.
A clear highlight is the latest single, ‘Your Mom’, a crunchy, colour-splashed alt-pop gem that flips the script on traditional hookup anthems. With playful lyricism and a wink of satire, Gobbi aims for the double standards of casual dating. Instead of playing the expected role, she leans into the freedom of wanting something light — no emotional strings attached. The track thrives on that smirking confidence, delivering commentary without ever losing its infectious energy.
Since her 2022 debut, Gobbi has shown a knack for crafting songs that feel both deeply personal and widely relatable. From the viral success of ‘That Ass!’ to landing on major playlists and editorial covers, her rise has been steady — and Bigger Man feels like the moment everything clicks into place.
This is alt-pop with personality. Honest, chaotic, witty — and fully in control.
‘Bigger Man’, is sharp, self-aware alt-pop that laughs, lunges, and lands every punch
