Introduction

Caroline Polachek is an American singer, songwriter, and producer. She is best known for her work as one half of the indie pop duo Chairlift and her solo career. She has also collaborated with numerous artists such as Charli XCX, Danny L Harle, and A. G. Cook. Caroline is signed to Columbia Records and has released several albums.

Early Life

Caroline Polachek was born in Brooklyn, New York on December 8th 1982. She grew up playing piano and singing in school choirs. She studied music composition at Sarah Lawrence College before leaving to pursue a career in music full time.

Career

Caroline's career began when she joined the band Chairlift in 2005. The band released three albums before disbanding in 2017. In 2015 Caroline released her first solo album “Arcadia” which was met with critical acclaim from both fans and critics alike. Since then she has released two additional solo albums “Drawing the Target Around the Arrow” (2018) and “Pang” (2019).

Collaborations

In addition to her solo work, Caroline has collaborated with numerous artists including Charli XCX, Danny L Harle, and A. G. Cook. She has also written songs for other artists such as Solange and Katy Perry.

Awards & Recognition

Caroline's work has been recognized by numerous critics and publications including Pitchfork, Spin Magazine, and Rolling Stone. She has been nominated for multiple awards including the MTV Video Music Awards and the Grammy Awards.

Conclusion

Caroline Polachek is an American singer, songwriter, and producer who has achieved success both as part of the band Chairlift and as a solo artist. Her work has been praised by critics and fans alike and she has received numerous awards and nominations for her work.