Xuan (shwen) Rong, stage name of NYC native Rachel Katz, combines whispery vocals and mechanical beats to create lof-fi electronic sound reminiscent of Arca or FKA Twigs. Her eclectic brand ranges from manic sugar pop pieces to dreamy R&B works. Her music brims with textures that complement each other, layered with emotions juxtaposed in ways that are startling, unexpected, and many times bewildering. Underneath the synth and bass lies a unique voice that is modern, strong, sensual, and vulnerable all at once. Xuan's musical roots are steeped in the classical. She began piano lessons at age 6 and switched to violin at age 12, playing with the The InterSchool Orchestra of New York for 2 years including performances at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center. One day she stumbled upon a blog post by Grimes explaining how she uses Ableton and her musical style changed dramatically. She was inspired to expand beyond the classical and to build on her interest in pop music to fashion her current sound. She currently attends Oberlin College where she studies computer science and music. Xuan's first ep, Myria, was release in May, 2015.