Red Rowanne

Red Rowanne (she/they) is a rising DIY indie artist known for "Termination," "baby that ignition," "Everything Costs!" and "Fire and Sparks." Her latest single, "Termination," is a visceral, edgy critique of corporate culture with soaring vocals. It addresses the pain and fallout of a wrongful termination after being fired on her third day. The defiant alt-pop track illuminates economic precarity and ableism while navigating a loss of stability. Best described as a dreamy spacey lo-fi Alt-R&B release, "baby that ignition" is a coming-of-age pride anthem about agency, independence, sex positivity, and taking control of life. Its release date also marks the 11th anniversary of Obergefell v. Hodges, when the Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage across the United States. A trans woman in music, she is a self-inventor and world-builder who creates soft, warm, analogue sounds with hazy guitars and glowing synth pads. Their music is distinctive and blends nostalgic sounds with forward-thinking lyrics. A multi-octave vocalist, she has a light, agile, ethereal vocal style. Their musical style is versatile and explores a hybrid of genres, whether it be maximalist synth pop, confessional indie pop, expressive dream pop, or meditative cloud rap. She writes about trans identity, queer liberation, financial anxiety, post-college reality, and the pursuit of hope and transcendence.