katrina sotera is a Filipinx & Costa Rican-American alternative R&B singer-songwriter from Queens, NY. With a unique blend of heart-wrenching lyricism and flowy melodies, katrina delves into the transformative power of radical honesty through their music.
katrina’s latest music explores bittersweet romance. “Don’t Cry” is an upbeat demand of joy. Do you ever think about that awful date you had that one time? Sometimes you need to remember that you’re a bold, brazen baddie, and all that’s left is just to laugh. “Don’t Cry” is an empowering anthem, a reminder that dating can be fun if we focus on ourselves and our dreams.
Their recent single “Beauty” captures the essence of young love, wrapping listeners in a nostalgic funky groove that fills you with the sweetness of a summer fling. The accompanying sci-fi music video showcases katrina’s creative vision, as they transport viewers to another galaxy. Check it out now on YouTube for your daily dose of intergalactic travel!
katrina’s debut EP, “Notes on Becoming,” takes listeners on an intimate journey through themes of diaspora, anxiety, war, heartbreak, and healing. A deeply personal exploration of their journey as a songwriter, it examines the role of music in mental health and social justice movements.
katrina studied at Oberlin College and LaGuardia High School of Music and Art and the Performing Arts. They have performed at venues including City Winery NYC, DROM NYC, Culture Lab, and the Paramount Times Square Hotel.
Join katrina sotera on their musical journey!
Email katrinasotera@gmail.com for inquiries.
Press
‘Don’t Cry’ Is katrina sotera’s Retro Soul Therapy for the Modern Woman - LaurelAnne Media
katrina sotera delivers soul and refinement in the Neo-Soul of "Don't Cry" - Music For All
katrina sotera – Don’t Cry - Lefuturewave
Canvas Rebel - Meet katrina sotera
That Time I Released Beauty — Kwento-Kwento Podcast
Creative Curves Podcast, with katrina sotera
THE WEEKLY TOP 10 VIDEOS [EPISODE 51] - TheWordIsBond
“Beauty”, Katrina Sotera’s New Music Video, is a Musical Journey into Nostalgia - Roadie Music
Katrina Sotera on “Beauty”, A Nostalgic Ode to Young and Universal Love - Extra VA French