Real Name: Karina Julia Holloway
Origin: Oltingue, France (raised by British parents) → London, UK
Genres: Drum & Bass, Vocal Trance, Progressive EDM, Acoustic Singer‑Songwriter Years Active: 2015–present
Roles: Vocalist, Songwriter, Collaborator
Labels: Hospital Records, Liquicity, Black Hole Recordings, Monstercat Instinct
Associated Acts: Krakota, Tony Romera, Imperium DnB, Hospital Records artists
Introduction
Karina Ramage is a London‑based singer and songwriter, originally from France, who rose to prominence through busking and later collaborations with major drum & bass and EDM labels. She is known for her adventurous style, blending acoustic songwriting with electronic energy, and has worked with Hospital Records, Liquicity, and Monstercat.
Early Journey
- Grew up in Oltingue, France, near the Swiss border, where she began singing and playing music at a young age.
- As a teenager, she fronted rock bands and taught herself songwriting before moving to London to pursue music professionally.
- Dissatisfied with the London circuit’s limitations, she turned to busking, building her audience directly on the streets.
Career Highlights
- Discovered by Hospital Records label manager Chris Goss while busking on London’s Southbank, leading to collaborations with Krakota and other drum & bass producers.
- Debuted on Monstercat as the featured vocalist on “My Mind” by Tony Romera (2021).
- Performed at venues such as The Garage, The Scala, and Proud Camden, strengthening her reputation in London’s live scene.
- Released tracks across Hospital Records, Liquicity, and Black Hole Recordings, showcasing her versatility across EDM and trance.
Signature Style
- Adventurous and genre‑blending, moving between acoustic songwriting and electronic collaborations.
- Emotive vocals, often layered over drum & bass or trance productions.
- Authentic storytelling, rooted in her busking background and independent spirit.
Recognition
- Praised as one of the emerging female voices in drum & bass and EDM, bridging acoustic songwriting with electronic production.
- Her catalog demonstrates a commitment to authenticity and melodic clarity, appealing to both underground and mainstream audiences.
- Seen as a bridge between London’s grassroots busking culture and international EDM stages.
Legacy and Outlook
Karina Ramage’s legacy lies in her fusion of acoustic honesty with electronic energy, positioning her as a distinctive voice in modern EDM. Looking ahead, she is expected to continue collaborating with Hospital Records and Monstercat, expanding her catalog and strengthening her role in vocal‑driven drum & bass and trance showcases.