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Makayla Charleen is a Canadian artist and songwriter based in British Columbia. She is known for a bold, modern country sound rooted in southern rock influences and raw, honest storytelling. Her upbeat songwriting blends contemporary country with soulful, roots-driven elements, connecting with audiences through emotional depth and authenticity.

She has steadily built momentum through a growing catalogue of original music and consistent live performances across Western Canada. Her releases have received national exposure, with multiple songs — including “Marlboro Might,” “Hot As Texas,” and “Roughin’ Up My Sole” — featured on SiriusXM’s Top of the Country Radio, marking key milestones in her development as an emerging artist.

On stage, Makayla delivers lively, engaging performances that shift between acoustic moments and full-band energy, creating a memorable festival experience as she continues to grow her presence in Canada’s country music community.