February 5, 2021

Casa Romantica Launches New Virtual Music Series Featuring Kalina & Kiana

Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens continue our virtual programming by launching a virtual mini-concert series this month, an extension of our popular Casa Vibes music programming. San Clemente natives, Kalina & Kiana, will be our first featured artist for this series and are returning as a follow up to their debut concert at the Casa last summer. We virtually sat down with them ahead of the performance to talk about their influences, process, and advice for young artists.  READ MORE

February 1, 2021

Feel The Sizzling Pop Vibes From Kalina & Kiana’s Hit, “Sunshine”

In the lively flowing ambiance of Kalina & Kiana’s latest single, “Sunshine,” we are offered an a capella universe that commences the witty wordplay in the lyrics about being burned by the sunshine if you overstay your welcome under its shimmering rays. Delving into the unique vocal range that stems into a wide cascade of harmonious bliss, Kalina & Kiana introduce you to a truly different spectrum of the Pop quintessence floating amongst the world. READ MORE

January 12, 2021

Sonic Smoothie Podcast

Kalina and Kiana: Good Vibes and Star Wars On this episode, Russ Stone, the same man who just now put a butternut squash in the oven, talks with the powerhouse pop star duo, Kalina and Kiana. LISTEN HERE

Semi-Finalist Award

July 10, 2020

Semi-Finalist for Unsigned Only 2020

“Gold” was chosen as a semi-finalist out of over 7,000 entries in the pop/top 40 category.

May 7, 2020

Kalina & Kiana featured on She Rocks Spotlight Series

Kalina & Kiana were chosen as a featured artist for The Women’s International Music Network Spotlight series. Listen Here

April 15, 2020

Buzz Music “Golden Age” Review & Interview

“Golden Age” is the last track to appear on the 4-track EP, and focuses in on a vibrantly soft soundscape. We’re first introduced to a light and mellow rhythm, which slowly progresses into a slightly more upbeat feel. “Golden Age” follows along with the thoughts of Kalina & Kiana, where listeners are exposed to feelings of contemplation regarding our current times. Kalina & Kiana always maintain that positive and inspiring atmosphere with their music, so any theme that they conjure […]

April 13, 2020

Her Song “Golden Age” Review

“Golden Age,” the title track off Kalina & Kiana’s new project, Golden Age EP, adds a nostalgic touch to contemporary, intelligent pop music that ponders the past, present and future. As the track moves forward, it becomes clear that this is not ordinary pop music. The production is pristine and well-conceived and the lyrics are very thoughtful. (Full Review)

February 24, 2020

“She Is” Semi-Finalist Songwriting Competition

“She Is” selected as a semi-finalist (Unsigned Only Category) in the 2019 International Songwriting Competition. ISC received over 18,000 entries.

February 24, 2020

“Gold” Semi-Finalist in Songwriting Competition

“Gold” has been selected as a semi-finalist in the 2019 International Songwriting Competition (Pop/Top 40.) ISC received more than 18,000 entries.

January 10, 2020

Buzz Feed – “She Is” review

Kalina & Kiana begins “She Is” off with electric energy that instantly attracts the attention of listeners. It’s the type of energy that’s quite inexplainable but makes you feel wired with heavy inspiration. There’s a magical component to Kalina & Kiana. Maybe it comes through their euphoric vocal energy, but whatever it is this duo does, they need to keep on doing it! (Read More)

November 5, 2019

CD Baby Editor’s Pick

“Say What You Want” EP is Editor’s Pick in the Pop category.

November 1, 2019

Lefuturewave – Introducing Kalina & Kiana “Gold”

Gold is Kalina & Kiana’s new single and it sounds awesome. I adore the unique pop melodies which showcase many creative expressions. Moreover, the harmonies are wonderful and create bright atmospheres. Furthermore, I am also a big fan of the powerful chorus! (Full Review)

July 10, 2019

Unsigned Only Semi-Finalist

Congratulations! “That Thing” has been selected as a semi-finalist for Unsigned Only 2019. 6,000 entries were narrowed down to 900 semi-finalists. To see the complete list of semi-finalists (listed alphabetically by artist’s name), go to: https://unsignedonly.com/winners.  

July 3, 2019

“That Thing” Review

The album, ‘That Summer, Vol. 2″, offers 16 songs from internationally acclaimed and award-wining independent artists. Kalina & Kiana’s song “That Thing” is one of the phenomenal songs featured on the album. Full Review

June 26, 2019

Indie Spoonful

Kalina & Kiana’s song “That Thing” will surely resonate with everyone who has fallen in love and experienced that certain chemistry and excitement that’s hard to put into words.  The song opens with a thick, pulsing syncopated bass and clap-along beat.  The vocals begin with an addictive syllabic tune on “do-do-do-do’s” that you can whistle along to.  The vibe is instantly uplifting and completely contagious. (full review)

June 11, 2019

Interview with Pump It Up Magazine

Kalina & Kiana were interviewed about their song, “That Thing” which was chosen to be on That Summer Album They talk about music and songwriting. READ HERE

June 1, 2019

“That Thing” chosen for That Summer Volume 2 Album

Congratulations. We have chosen Kalina & Kiana’s “That Thing” for That Summer, Volume 2, by Various Artists.  The interest in the album was through the roof this year – we had thousands of auditions. BWH Music Group selected the world’s premier and most promising/established artists for this project and we are beyond thrilled with this year’s amazing roster! Listen on Spotify

December 9, 2018

Granted Radio Interview

Listen to this fun and insightful interview by Granted Radio LISTEN

December 7, 2018

Spotify’s New Music Friday Playlist

His Name Shall Be, the title track from the Motion Picture The Annuciation, was chosen for Spotify’s New Music Friday Playlist.

July 13, 2018

Indie Spoonful

“‘It Had To Be You’ showcases Kalina & Kiana’s easy on the ears sound through catchy melodies in a radio ready mix that people will love. The production by Darryl Swann provides an upbeat, wide arrangement of piano, guitar, strings, and synths that take you on an exciting journey throughout the course of the song. The instrumentals back off as the duo enters for the first verse taking the spotlight with harmony driven phrases as their voices perfectly blend together […]

June 28, 2018

Twitter LA

Kalina & Kiana were asked to perform “Say What You Want” EP LIVE on Twitter LA

June 18, 2018

Please Pass The Indie – EP Review

Sisters Kalina & Kiana have branded their own genre called “poetic-pop”.  Their sound is distinguishable by chart topping song-writing skills, great production, engaging lyrics, and pop flavored vocals and harmonies. READ MORE

June 6, 2018

Noisetrade Featured Artist -New + Notable

Kalina & Kiana’s Say What You Want EP provides the perfect early-summer soundtrack, blending an uplifting pop delivery with an immersive and inspirational experience. The sister-duo songstresses showcase their artistry with their unique Poetic Pop style, encompassing a genuine musicality with empowering lyrical undertones throughout the EP and particularly on the title track. Kalina & Kiana also lend their unique signature by covering the timeless Simon & Garfunkel classic “The Sound of Silence.”

June 4, 2018

CD Baby Editors’ Pick

“Say What You Want” EP is CD Baby’s Editors pick

May 21, 2018

Songs for Social Change Contest

Kalina & Kiana were finalists in the Songs For Social Change Contest by Renaissance Artists and Writers Association Their song “It Takes One” is on Songs For Social Change volume 2 “It Takes One” talks about the importance of one small action. It can change the world in a good or bad way. It can change history. One small thing can either start a war or a revolution.  The official music video with lyrics is at YouTube