Katja is a NYC based singer-songwriter crafting dreamy, emotionally charged indie pop. Her ethereal vocals, melancholic vibe, and intimate lyrics create songs made for late night deep reflections. Her latest track “fickle friends” feels like a revisit to a blurry memory or the moments after waking from a lucid dream. Katja’s music captures the tension between nostalgia and emotional distance, pairing shimmering production with vulnerable songwriting that feels both personal and universal.
We were delighted to have Katja curate a special music discovery playlist for ALT CITIZEN, a collection that perfectly reflects her world: tender, transportive, and romantic. Like her music, the playlist drifts effortlessly between indie gems, emotional deep cuts, and songs that make you want to stare out the window dramatically on the ride home. Listen to her playlist dedicated to fickle friends, and catch her at Pete’s tonight. More info here.
Tracklist
Katja — “fickle friends” [Released 2026]
Beach House — “Somewhere Tonight” [Released 2015]
Smerz — “You got time and I got money” [Released 2025]
Lorde — “A World Alone” [Released 2013]
Mr Twin Sister — “I Want a House” [Released 2009]
The Strokes — “Call It Fate, Call It Karma” [Released 2013]
Beach House — “Walk in the Park” [Released 2010]
The Marias — “No One Noticed” [Released 2024]
Cults — “Always Forever” [Released 2013]
Grimes — “World ♡ Princess” [Released 2010]