Draft:KÁRYYN
Armenian-American composer and singer
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KÁRYYN (born Kárin Tatoyan) is a Syrian-Armenian-American composer, electronic musician, and producer based in Los Angeles.[1] She is known for a "post-digital" style that integrates operatic vocals with experimental electronics and traditional Armenian influences.[2]
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| Born | Kárin Tatoyan Alabama, U.S. |
| Origin | Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Genres | Electronic, Art pop, ambient, Experimental pop |
| Occupations | Composer, musician, producer, singer-songwriter |
| Years active | 2011–present |
| Labels | Mute, ANTEVASIN |
| Website | karyyn |
Early life and education
Tatoyan was born in Alabama to a Syrian-Armenian family and raised in Indiana before moving to Los Angeles at age 10.[3] She spent frequent summers in Aleppo, Syria, which she cites as a foundational influence on her musical identity.[4]
At age 16, she left high school to attend Mills College in Oakland, California. She studied under experimental composer Pauline Oliveros, whose "Deep Listening" philosophy became a central element of her work.[5] Tatoyan withdrew after two years to pursue her career independently, later spending time in upstate New York for a period of creative retreat.[6]
Career
In 2017, KÁRYYN composed the music for Of Light, an avant-garde opera created with director Samantha Shay under the mentorship of Marina Abramović.[7] The performance was praised by Björk as "an extremely nourishing experience."[4]
Her debut compilation album, The Quanta Series, was released on March 29, 2019, via Mute Records.[8] Following a hiatus, she released the EP Calm KAOSS! in June 2024. Clash Magazine described the lead single "Odar" as "arresting" and the project as a "stylistic triumph."[9]
In 2026, she toured the UK and Europe supporting German electronic artist Apparat.[6] In January 2026, she announced her second studio album, Physics Universal Love Language (PULL), produced in collaboration with James Ford and scheduled for release on May 29, 2026.[6]
Live performances
Collaborations
KÁRYYN has collaborated with several high-profile electronic producers and artists. Her single "Anthem For Those Who Know" was co-produced by Hudson Mohawke.[10] Her 2024 remix EP featured contributions from Cosey Fanni Tutti, Raven Bush, and HAAi.[11]
Critical reception
Discography
Studio albums
- The Quanta Series (2019, Mute/ANTEVASIN)
- Physics Universal Love Language (PULL) (2026, Mute)
EPs
- Quanta 1 (2017)
- Quanta 1:11 (2017)
- Calm KAOSS! (2024)
- KÁRYYN Remixed (2024)
Singles
- "Moving Masses" (2017)
- "Aleppo" (2017)
- "Ever" (2019)
- "The Witness" (2021)
- "Anthem For Those Who Know" (2024)
- "Collapse Phase" (2026)