Based in Los Angeles, Makena expresses her life experience through an ever - evolving musical channel of honest lyrics, infectious hooks, and a fusion of various genres. Drawing influences from Taylor Swift, Fletcher and Olivia O’Brien, Makena brings a candid and vulnerable edge to pop. The songwriter/artist grew up in Denver, CO and began performing at the age of 4 and started writing music shortly after. As a fan of many genres, Makena has experimented with multiple styles over the years and continues to expand her horizons. She balances heartfelt sentiment with attitude that takes the listener through the roller coaster of emotions that go along with navigating life in the 21st century. Over the last few years Makena has amassed over 400,000 streams across all platforms, and performs through out the LA area . She has been mentored by the like of Shelly Peiken (What A Girl Wants - Christina Aguilera) and Krunkadelic (Lauren Spencer-Smith, Jasmine Sullivan, & Point North). Makena was one of 39 women chosen for "She is The Music's" inaugural mentorship program in 2020, and continues to work with the mentorship program.