Maria BC

Maria BC is an American ambient musician and singer who is currently based in Oakland, California.

History

Maria BC was trained growing up as a mezzo-soprano. Their father was a musician in the local church. Maria BC released their debut EP, Devil's Rain, in 2021. The title track received praise from Pitchfork. Maria BC announced their debut album, Hyaline, in early 2022. The album was released on May 27 of that year through Father/Daughter Records. The album was named one of Pitchfork's "7 New Albums You Should Listen to Now" upon release., as well as "Album of the Week" from Stereogum. Following the release of this album, Maria BC released a remix album, Hyaline Remixes, in November 2022. Maria BC also performed at South by Southwest in 2022.
In 2023, Maria BC announced that they had signed to Sacred Bones Records. In addition to the signing, Maria BC announced their second full-length album, titled Spike Field. Two songs were released alongside the album announcement, "Amber" and "Watcher".
In addition to their solo music, Maria BC has also collaborated with Rachika Nayar, featuring on two tracks from her debut album, as well as performing in the artist's touring band. Their third album, Marathon, is scheduled to release on February 27, 2026.

Personal life

Maria BC is non-binary.