Raised in the Hudson Valley, NY area, Raquel Hawkins is an emerging country artist whose music is rooted in resilience, freedom, and the courage to chase the life you’re meant to live. Blending country heartfelt storytelling with powerhouse vocals and a touch of rock-and-roll fire, she has spent the last seven years independently building a career that connects with audiences through songs of hope, perseverance, love, and self-discovery.

Raquel’s music reminds listeners that every new beginning starts with the courage to take the first step. Her signature blend of vulnerability and grit has become the foundation of her sound, creating songs that are both deeply personal and universally relatable.

Her debut single “Run Towards the Highway” pushed sonic boundaries as an independent artist peaking #32 on the charts after winning a reverb nation contest. The release earned Raquel radio visits across the US and set stage for her rising career. Soon after she opened for Multi Platinum artist Andy Grammer and performed at Country Fest featuring headliners Kane Brown, Dierks Bently and Thomas Rhett. 

Since then, Raquel has continued to hone her craft, writing, performing, and completing numerous independent tours with her band. She has played Hoof Beat featuring Lainey Wilson, performed for Billy Currington on the Hazy Little stage, multiple Concert Series throughout the US, The Ohio State Fair, MusikFest, Lando Live, Thursdays Downtown, Northern Appalachian Folk Festival, The Cutting Room, The Geneseo Riviera and more! 

Expanding her reach beyond music, Raquel made her music acting debut on the German TV drama series “Das Traumschiff” (“The Dream Ship”) playing herself with the band after being invited to perform at a birthday celebration. 

Most recently, Raquel was featured on Channel 4’s Today in Nashville, where she performed her original song “Makes Me Stronger”. 

Raquel continues to build momentum with a sound that is uniquely hers. Backed by her full band on the road, Raquel delivers a high energy live show creating an experience that is authentic and electrifying.