About
In the kaleidoscopic world of music, 54 Ultra emerges as a beacon of sonic fusion, weaving synthy indie rock with a Latin soul heartbeat. Based out of New Jersey, 54 Ultra is the musical project of songwriter and producer JohnAnthony (Johnny) Rodriguez. Offering music that is both honest and melodic, with a charismatic stage presence to match, 54 Ultra is carving out a space uniquely his own, defined by a garage pop and soul sound. Through a combination of interning in a New Jersey studio and self-teaching, Johnny built a solid foundation in music production before stepping into the spotlight with his own artist project. In early 2025, Johnny headed to Miami to work with Kali Uchis on her latest album, Sincerely, where he produced the track “All I Can Say” and “Whispers of the Wind” In 2024, he shared his debut single, “Where Are You,” which quickly gained traction online, introducing listeners to a sound that feels both timeless and fresh. A year later, he released his debut EP First Works, which Billboard named one of the Best Projects of the Year (So Far). The six-track collection features fan favorites like “Upside Down” and “No Tengo Valor”, and was followed by a sold-out North American and European / UK Tour - closing out the year with a performance at Festival Color Caribe in Puerto Rico. 54 Ultra recently announced a ‘26 tour that culminates with performances at Coachella. Most recently, 54 Ultra shared ‘Find Your Love,’ produced alongside Leon Michels and Homer Steinweiss. Further showcasing his ability to blend emotional depth with vibrant, genre-blurring soundscapes.
