Itasca is the moniker of Los Angeles-based musician Kayla Cohen, a singer-songwriter known for her intimate and pastoral style of folk music. Emerging in the early 2010s with a sound that melds the contemplative spirit of traditional folk with a subtly experimental edge, Itasca's music is characterized by its delicate guitar work, reflective lyricism, and Cohen's ethereal vocal delivery. Her work often evokes the natural landscapes that inspire her, creating an atmospheric and immersive listening experience.

With a string of well-received releases, Itasca's body of work includes the albums "Open to Chance" and "Spring," among other recordings. Her songwriting is deeply personal, exploring themes of travel, inner reflection, and the nuances of human experience. Singles such as "Imitation of War," "Only a Traveler," and "Bess’s Dance" showcase her evolution as an artist, confidently blending traditional folk motifs with a modern sensibility. Itasca’s music resonates with a sense of timelessness, appealing to fans of both contemporary and classic folk sounds.