Karina Magallon
KARINA is a Panamanian- American artist, Grammy Voting Member based in Los Angeles, and the recent winner of the prestigious Hollywood Independent Music Award, a prestigious honor recognizing her as one of today’s most exciting rising Latin voices. Known for her heartfelt Spanglish pop and Latin RnB music that blends vulnerability with vibrant rhythms, Karina continues to make waves on stage and in the studio.
Whether on stage, in the studio, or connecting with fans online, her mission remains the same: to make music that moves people — emotionally, culturally, and spiritually.
Her TV, radio, and press presence includes appearances on LATV’s LatiNation, Vision Latina’s Mañana Latina, interviews with Ellas Panama and Super Q, live performance on the Wish Bus USA, and press coverage in The Fader. She has also performed the national anthem at a LA Clippers game at Crypto Arena and graced stages including SoFar Sounds, The Hotel Café, Soho House LA, and the LA County Fair. Beyond music, Karina is also an actress and dancer, highlighting her versatility as a performer.
Karina also has built a community of over 25,000 on BandLab, where she continues to inspire with her creativity and positivity.
With her fresh award win, Recording Academy recognition, and triple-threat talent, Karina is emerging as a powerful new voice in Latin pop.
Music
Highlights
Hollywood Independent Music Award Winner – Latin Pop (2025)
Grammy Voting Member, Recording Academy
Featured in Spotify Editorial Playlists: New Music Friday Latin, Fresh Finds Latin, Official Grammys Playlist
Finalist: Grammy U Songwriter Showcase, Glenn Miller Scholarship, USA Songwriting Competition, International Songwriting Competition, Unsigned Only
Media Features: The Fader, Ellas Panama, Super Q, LATV, Vision Latina, ESPN, Super Q,
ESPN Network – 10-song custom project (highlighted for Hispanic Heritage Month)
BMG Production Music
Live Performances: SoFar Sounds, LA Clippers National Anthem at Crypto Arena, The Hotel Café, Soho House LA, LA County Fair, The Mint LA, SkyBar at Mondrian Hotel West Hollywood, Jackalope Austin (SXSW week), Next Fest LA
Performed with Belmont Chorale alongside Sheryl Crow, CeCe Winans, Michael W. Smith, and The Tenors (PBS televised)
Belmont University in Nashville Music Alumn
Press
“The singer-songwriter talks moving from Houston to Nashville to L.A., finding her way back to herself, and making music for ESPN.” - the FADER (Read Full Article)
“El candente estilo de “KARINA MAGALLON” es fascinante! En esta ocasión esta artista nos conquistó con su sensual delivery y sus letras tan profundas que elevan el calor del corazón” - EndSession Mx (Read Full Article)
“Por primera vez, la artista recibe este galardón y logra también su primera nominación a un premio musical. Su estilo se caracteriza por combinar pop y R&B en español, con un toque tropical y soñador.” - Ellas Panama (Read Full Article)
“Karina Magallon, producer and vocalist from Houston, Texas, spoke with ESPN Music about her work composing music selections for ESPN and representing her culture during Hispanic Heritage Month.” - ESPN (Read Full Article)
“When Magallon’s radiant voice hits those sublime heights it’s hard not to find yourself perpetually transfixed.”- Grimy Goods (Read Full Article)
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Contact
team@karinamagallon.com
Karina Magallon