Caroline Strickland is an alternative rock artist...
based in Brooklyn, born in Virginia. Known for her smoked out alto vocals, Strickland creates guitar driven music that attempts to walk the line between arrogance and tenderness, delivering raw and thoughtful tracks that lure in even the most prudent listener. Her sophomore EP, “Martha’s Calling” was released March 7, 2025 via Good Eye Records. The 5-song project tells the story of breaking apart and coming back together, going from a separated self to a fully realized one. It's a project about self-realization and solitude. “Martha’s Calling” has received praise from Atwood Magazine, Under the Radar, The Music Box, and more.
In addition to her solo project, she works in theater and children’s music.
In 2023, Strickland originated the role of The Voice and provided the original live score and contributions to sound design of the off-broadway production of "Joan of Arc in a Supermarket in California" in New York City for its sold out premiere off-Broadway run. The latest workshop took place in May 2025, with the next production currently in development. The play was written by Chloe Xtina and directed by Kaycie Sweeney.
During 2024, Strickland originated the role of Sam in "Lost Grrl Found" playing live guitar on stage and making her acting debut for four sold out productions in June and November of 2024, and in March and September of 2025. The play was written by Holly Nance and Penelope Gould and directed by Marina Cartlstoem.
Strickland is also a children’s music writer and teacher. In 2024, she wrote the brand new theme song for New York Preschool and Kids Club's Musical Tots program. Alongside her co-teachers, she has created and played children’s concerts all over NYC. She is currently writing all new material for a new preschool music class with NYPKC. Children's music has become a passion over the last few years and she is proud to call herself a children’s music writer.