About

“Define the dream and chase it” - Kids on the playground

Raised in a vibrant Panamanian-American family in Ohio, Marena (Katherine Marena Muñoz) grew up surrounded by diverse sounds—from salsa rhythms to '90s country hits. Her musical passion was ignited early, with inspirations from artists like Elton John, Billy Joel, and Frank Sinatra, woven with the harmonies of musical theater.

In 2014, Marena moved to Nashville to study Commercial Music at Belmont University. Immersed in Music City's creative culture, her sound took shape—an emotive mix of indie rock, pop, and folk. She graduated in 2017 with a BA in Songwriting and a minor in Music Business, setting the foundation for her career.

Post-graduation, Marena honed her performance skills as a rock singer with Carnival Cruise Lines and expanded her artistic reach as a vocal coach. Her recent singles, Out Cold and Kids on the Playground, produced in collaboration with M!LLi in Germany, have gained international attention, elevating her fan base to over 1,500 monthly listeners on Spotify.

Described by TREMG's Madison Murray as "an artist who will change lives," Marena continues to grow, with new releases and performances scheduled across Germany. For live bookings, songwriting, or vocal coaching, follow her at @marenamusic.