Carleen is a singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and educator based in Los Angeles. Born in Utah, raised on a farm in Idaho, and shaped by the landscapes of Arizona, she considers herself a child of the Rockies. That rugged backdrop influences her music, which blends alternative folk fusion with a cinematic edge. 

Her sound draws comparisons to artists like Joni Mitchell and Jewel, while also parroting the modern vibes of Maggie Rogers and Kacey Musgraves. Some projects weave in eclectic world music; others lean into danceable grooves — all anchored by her sweet, folk-country voice. 

A survivor of a polygynist cult and a home-grown musician for many years, Carleen moved to LA in 2008. After navigating the challenges of the recession and working a wide range of odd jobs, she began performing locally in 2011. She went on to earn a Fine Arts degree, receiving multiple Herb Alpert scholarships and other accolades -all despite personal setbacks and persistent financial hardship- she herself persisted and persevered! 

In 2019, she started releasing music. Eventually dropping her surname, she then put out singles. These culminated in the release of her debut record, catalyst, at the end of 2023. A deluxe version is scheduled to drop in summer 2025 Stay tuned and in touch with Carleen by providing your email below.

Press & Media:

“…extremely versatile with her talent…ability to control and shift the pace of her performance…able to create a really special magnetism…inspiring and easy to relate to…striking ability to create beautiful vocal layers…is a masterful singer at soaring on top of the music…it is always amazing to hear from an artist who is so inspired and inspiring…” - Stacey Zering INK 19