Growing up on the islands off the Canadian Pacific coast, the daughter of a photojournalist and a musician, Cogan developed her own unique approach to music – far removed from the music scene of major cities. Her childhood home doubled as a professional recording studio and was a constant meeting place for artists of diverse genres. Thus, Cogan was exposed to a wide range of musical and artistic influences from an early age: from Ladino and Rumbetico to American country blues and outsider art. All these impressions shape her distinctive sound, which is simultaneously cool, expansive, and cinematic, while unfolding an extraordinary intimacy and emotional intensity.
For many years, Cogan has released critically acclaimed albums that have led to appearances at festivals across Europe and North America, artist residencies in Italy and France, and joint concerts with Mazzy Star and Grouper. A prolific and experimental musician, she has also collaborated with artists such as Frazey Ford and Skeena Reece, as well as members of the band Big Brave.
Her album "Formless" was created during a time of deep grief and pandemic-induced isolation. "I spent a lot of time wandering aimlessly through the woods with my dog," Cogan explains. The result is an intense musical exploration of complicated love relationships, pain, inner conflicts, and the attempt to find moments of happiness even when everything seems to be falling apart. Together with her established band, Cogan presented the album "Formless" in 2024 on tours across the USA, Europe, and the UK.
Her live performances offer a striking counterpoint to the alienation and gloom of modern life. She succeeds in bringing together an exceptionally diverse audience: fans of folk, gothic, pop, experimental music, noise, and punk all find a musical connection in her concerts.
This creates a fascinating connection between diverse musical worlds – intense, atmospheric and full of emotional depth.
The Live on Stage concert is curated by Klaus Totzler ( Blue Bird Vienna ).
