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Carla Conrad Alternative Pop / Indie Rock / Singer-Songwriter Carla Conrad is a fierce singer-songwriter whose music seamlessly blends pop and alternative elements, capturing raw emotion and powerful storytelling and a captivating blend of indie rock grit and alt-pop shimmer. Her rise in the music scene has been marked by her powerful, raw vocals and relatable lyrics that resonate with vulnerability and hope. Her journey as a singer-songwriter is rooted in her authentic storytelling and emotional depth. Discovered on Instagram by Daniel Baron, her rise in the music scene has been marked by her powerful vocals and relatable lyrics. She is a rockandroller mixed with intriguing fragility, crafting songs that fuse the introspective heart of a singer-songwriter with the atmospheric edge of indie rock and the infectious, dreamy pulse of alt-pop, inviting listeners into a universe where every lyric feels like a personal confession. In 2025, Carla received a prestigious grant from the SAMRO Music Fund through the SAMRO Foundation, empowering her to create music that fulfills her purpose as a warrior poet of song, resonating with raw emotion and hope. Her live performances, often alongside acclaimed guitarist Rob Watt, bring her full sound to life, blending high-energy indie rock and alt-pop anthems with intimate, raw acoustic moments mid-set. This versatility allows Carla to command large festival stages and captivate smaller, intimate venues, delivering unforgettable shows that connect deeply with audiences and showcase her dynamic range as a performer. Her 2024–2025 releases have solidified her as a rising indie rock and alt-pop singer-songwriter, with a string of singles—“Beast” (August 2024), “Forget to Breathe” (November 2024), “Feast” (April 2025), and “What Are We Afraid Of” (August 2025)—that weave a powerful narrative of resilience, self-love, and transformation, setting the stage for her upcoming EP. About “What Are We Afraid Of” - Released August 2025 Carla Conrad’s Fearless Indie Rock and Alt-Pop Anthem “What Are We Afraid Of” Carla’s latest single, “What Are We Afraid Of,” released in August 2025, has taken Spotify by storm, amassing thousands of streams and landing on curated playlists like Indie Rock Covers Radio, miramar Radio, LAE. Radio, Ela Mora Radio, and Chad Neale Radio. With significant love from listeners in India via Spotify India and features on Spotify Germany, the track showcases her growing global fanbase and universal appeal. A bold anthem of self-liberation, the song blends electrifying indie rock and alt-pop melodies with Carla’s raw, emotive vocals, crafted with the lyrical depth of a true singer-songwriter, encouraging listeners to embrace their fears. To celebrate, she shot an impromptu lyric video during her European travels, dancing in the rain through the enchanting streets of Wroclaw, Poland. The video, available on YouTube, captures the song’s fearless spirit, blending raw emotion with spontaneous joy, and is amassing views and shares from fans worldwide. ✨ Highlights: 🎙 Performed "Feast" live on South Africa's Expresso Morning Show, discussing her journey of overcoming 13 years of chronic pain through the healing power of music. Earned a 2025 SAMRO Music Fund grant, 🌍 Featured in Spotify ZA's "Indie Go" playlist, Apple Music ZA's: New Music Daily, New in Alternative, & Latest Songs playlists, reaching 18k streams in first two weeks. 📻 Recent Radio interviews include Jacaranda FM with Danny Painter, ALGOA FM, & SMILE FM. All Major Stations in SA. Top 6 on Algoa FM’s Top 30 with “Second Place (2023) 🎤 Opened for Jesse Clegg on his Hurricane Tour in 2024, captivating live audiences with her emotionally charged performances, after catching Jesse's attention with her single "Forget to Breathe".