Liz Janes

Liz Janes is a San Diego-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose haunting vocals and genre-blurring sound have carved out a unique space in indie folk and experimental music. Known for her raw, emotionally charged performances, she blends elements of traditional folk, avant-garde textures, and poetic lyricism across projects ranging from solo work to collaborations. Her partnership with improvisational collective Create(!) resulted in the critically acclaimed "Liz Janes & Create(!)" album, showcasing her ability to merge structured songwriting with free-form experimentation.

Over two decades of creating music, Janes has released albums through Sufjan Stevens' Asthmatic Kitty label and collaborated with notable artists like Cryptacize. Her work often explores themes of transformation and spirituality, delivered through a voice that's been described as both vulnerable and commanding. While maintaining a relatively low profile, releases like "Poison & Snakes" and "Say Goodbye" continue to cement her reputation as an artist's artist in underground music circles.