Maria BC

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Maria BC
Genres
Years active2020–present
LabelsSacred Bones
Websitemariabc.bandcamp.com

Maria BC is an American ambient musician and singer who is currently based in Oakland, California.[2]

History

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Maria BC was trained growing up as a mezzo-soprano. Their father was a musician in the local church.[3] Maria BC released their debut EP, Devil's Rain, in 2021.[3] The title track received praise from Pitchfork.[4] Maria BC announced their debut album, Hyaline, in early 2022.[5] The album was released on May 27 of that year through Father/Daughter Records.[6] The album was named one of Pitchfork's "7 New Albums You Should Listen to Now" upon release.,[7] as well as "Album of the Week" from Stereogum.[8] Following the release of this album, Maria BC released a Hyaline remix album in November 2022.[9] Maria BC also performed at South by Southwest in 2022.[10]

In 2023, Maria BC announced that they had signed to Sacred Bones Records.[11] In addition to the signing, Maria BC announced their second full-length album, titled Spike Field.[12] Two songs were released alongside the album announcement, "Amber" and "Watcher".[13]

In addition to their solo music, Maria BC has also collaborated with Rachika Nayar, featuring on two tracks from her debut album, as well as performing in the artist's touring band.[14][15]

Personal life

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Maria BC is non-binary.[16]

References

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