KOA

**KOA** (born Koa Mnatsakanyan) is an Armenian singer-songwriter making waves with her genre-blending sound that mixes traditional folk influences with contemporary pop and electronic elements. Emerging in the late 2010s, she’s become known for her poetic, introspective lyrics in Armenian and English, often exploring themes of identity, love, and existential reflection. Her 2022 album *Zelené Album* solidified her reputation as an experimental artist unafraid to weave Slavic and Middle Eastern musical textures into her work, while tracks like *Stand Up* and *Երազ (Yeraz)* showcase her knack for pairing haunting vocals with minimalist, moody production. Though she keeps a relatively low profile, KOA has earned a cult following in Armenia’s indie scene and continues to push creative boundaries with releases that feel both deeply personal and universally resonant.