Caroline Polachek

The Profile

Caroline Polachek is an American singer, songwriter and producer, formerly a member of Chairlift and previously releasing music as Ramona Lisa. She is the artist behind the solo albums Pang (2019) and Desire, I Want to Turn Into You (2023).

Reviews highlight Polachek's use of the voice as a musical instrument, meticulous electronic production, eclectic influences (reviews compare elements to Kate Bush, Joni Mitchell, Tori Amos and Imogen Heap) and a flexible vocal style; she has worked as a songwriter, vocalist and producer and released music under her own name and as Ramona Lisa.

DeBaser reviews present Caroline Polachek as an experimental pop artist whose voice functions as an instrument. Pang is praised for its delicate electronic textures and songwriting; Desire, I Want to Turn Into You is widely hailed as a bold, near-masterpiece. Reviewers highlight her eclectic influences and meticulous production.