I’m a writer by day and musician by night — and on the inside, I’m an old soul with a sunny personality. I’m unapologetic. I am deeply emotional. I am ambitious.
The point is, I am many things — as is this space. It’s mainly for music, but it’s so much more; it’s a place for my thoughts, my inspirations, my life in Richmond, and everything in between.
Whether you landed here from Instagram, word of mouth, or just a Google search, I hope you take a look around and stay a while.
Sincerely,
Christina Louise
Music
Christina Louise is a Richmond, Virginia–based artist blending blues rock, dark Americana, soul, and jazz-inspired elements into a sound that feels worn-in and deeply personal. Her music favors mood over polish—smoky vocals, understated guitar work, and songs that linger in the quiet moments rather than rushing toward resolution.
Influenced by blue-eyed soul greats like Norah Jones and Amy Winehouse, Christina draws from blues tradition while letting jazz phrasing and soul inflection shape her delivery. Her latest release, “Half-Smoked Cigarettes,” sits with longing and emotional aftermath, capturing the feeling of something left unfinished and marking a confident step forward in Christina’s songwriting.
Rooted in storytelling and mood, Christina Louise’s songs feel like late-night confessions—blues-forward, soul-soaked, and unapologetically honest.
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Press
Richmond Magazine | Soul Woman: Christina Louise’s newest single is a journey into dark Americana
The Auricular | Christina Louise Finds Musical Fire Waiting In The Ashtray On “Half-Smoked Cigarettes”
Last Day Deaf | Listening Now: Christina Louise – Half-Smoked Cigarettes
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