Marella

Marella is the indie pop project of Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Marissa Long, serving up sun-soaked bops with a retro flair. Since emerging in the late 2010s, she’s carved out a niche blending nostalgic synth textures, cheeky lyrics about modern romance, and punchy melodies that feel ripped from a coming-of-age movie soundtrack. Tracks like "Space Girl," "Cinnamon Lipstick," and "Beat of the Summer" showcase her knack for pairing playful storytelling with 80s-inspired grooves, while viral hits like "Salem" lean into quirky romantic drama. Marella’s DIY ethos—she often writes, produces, and mixes her work—and witty social media presence have helped her cultivate a dedicated fanbase drawn to her relatable tales of love, insecurity, and self-discovery.