Karin Ann

Karin Ann Trabelssie (born 10 May 2002), known professionally as Karin Ann, is a Slovak singer-songwriter. She is best known for indie pop music with a focus on mental health issues and LGBTQ activism.

Early life and education

Karin Ann was born on 10 May 2002, in Čadca, near the borders with Czechia and Poland. She is of Czech and Syrian heritage.

Karin Ann has stated that her attention deficit hyperactivity disorder diagnosis drove her early interest in art. She began attending school for graphic design but turned to music after suffering a hand injury. She cites Grace Vanderwaal as an early musical influence who inspired her to begin playing the ukulele. She has cited how hard it is to find people open about their sexuality and the lack of queer media in the country.

Career

Ann published the single "3AM" in 2020, her first English language release. In the same year, she grew in recognition throughout Europe by winning Discovery of the Year award at the Žebřík Music Awards and Best Music Video at the Munich Music Awards. While performing live on public Polish Television, she wrapped herself in a rainbow flag and dedicated her performance to LGBTQ people. Her performance, in contrast to Poland's poor record on LGBTQ rights, made headlines, gaining her increased popularity.

In 2022, Ann released the EP Side Effects of Being Human,

Vanity Fair called Ann an "icon of the LGBTQ+ community" in Eastern Europe.

Personal life Until 2022, Karin Ann resided in the city of Žilina. In 2022 she relocated to London.

Discography

Albums Through the Telescope (2024) Choking On My Words (2025)

EPs Side Effects of Being Human (2022)

Singles "3AM" (2020) "In Company" ( 2021) "I'm a Loser" ( 2021) "I Don't Believe in God" (2024) "I Was Never Yours" (2025) "Choking On My Words"