Breaking away from his family’s musical traditions, Rob Eberle has carved a distinctive path in the alt-pop landscape with his debut EP “COLLATERAL DAMAGE,” which has already amassed over 300,000 streams across platforms. As the son of New York independent music legend Rick Eberle, Rob’s musical lineage runs deep in big band and rock traditions, yet his sound explores darker, more introspective territories that blend alternative pop with cinematic elements.
Eberle’s musical journey began at age eight when he received his first guitar, growing up in a Long Island household immersed in performance and sound. By age twelve, he had already begun formal songwriting, laying the groundwork for his eventual artistic divergence from family expectations.
Now based in Los Angeles, Eberle has developed a style influenced by artists ranging from FINNEAS and Elliott Smith to Billie Eilish and Olivia Rodrigo. The multi-instrumentalist, proficient in guitar, piano, ukulele, bass, and drums, creates self-produced tracks characterized by emotional storytelling and diary-like vulnerability.
His single “goodbye (to someone you love)” debuted at #122 on Top 40 radio before climbing to #38 and topping the Indie Singles Chart, while “SIGNAL FADES” has similarly garnered substantial radio rotation and streaming success. Eberle has leveraged playlist pitching strategies across multiple streaming platforms to maximize his music’s reach and engagement with new audiences.
Eberle’s rise in the industry has included performances at prestigious festivals such as SXSW, Austin City Limits, and the Great South Bay Music Festival, alongside appearances at prominent venues in both Los Angeles and New York City. His transition from independent artist to major label signee marks a significant milestone in his rapidly evolving career.
His latest single, “hope u feel ok,” showcases his ability to portray the emotional landscape of a breakup through a dual narrative approach that explores both partners’ experiences. His recent signing to earthprogram/Virgin under Warner Music Group marks a significant shift from independent artist to major-label presence.
Despite his growing success, Eberle maintains a rigorous creative discipline, committing to writing one song daily regardless of its ultimate use. Self-taught in production and piano during the pandemic, he leverages authenticity as his primary creative principle, drawing inspiration from personal experiences rather than industry trends.
This approach has positioned him as an emerging voice in alt-pop, redefining his family’s musical legacy while establishing his own distinctive artistic identity. His meticulous approach to recording includes ensuring his acoustic treatment is optimal before capturing vocals, contributing to the professional quality that has become his signature sound.
