Makwaia is an nyc-born, la-based alt-pop artist blending alternative, pop, punk, and R&B into nostalgic, provocative soundscapes. known for high-energy performances and emotionally charged vocals, she’s building a loyal following coast-to-coast.
for booking inquiries: makwaiamusic@gmail.com
played out
live at club topia / los angeles
why book makwaia
Played: mercury lounge, bowery electric, rockwood music hall, pianos, arlene’s grocery, the bitter end, miami art basel, molly malone’s, permanent records, plus numerous invite-only events and local festivals
proven draw: consistently pulls 75-100 attendees in nyc and la
media buzz: features in voyage la, visual atelier, expansion radial, and the future of art
upcoming release: ep “knife play” (fall ‘25) - electronic dark club
live impact: powerful vocals, genre-blending sets, and magnetic stage presence
performances
contagious
club topia / los angeles
push me
orpheus ep release / los angeles
so material (eurydice)
invite only / new york city
featherless
downtown art / new york city
music videos
