“YARIA” was born in Hampton, VA and grew up on the Eastside of Atlanta, Ga. Her music passions began in church praise dancing, singing in the choir, and playing the drums. When she moved to Atlanta, her keyboard traveled with her, becoming her new profound love. Ya’Ria started producing her own music when she was in high school, after experiencing an ACL injury that required her to take a break from playing basketball. Her passion for creating her own beats quickly expanded which led her to writing her own songs. What first felt foreign was now becoming a reality, all because of discovering her new musical expression. Her singles “721” and “Better Without You” shares her vulnerability of the journey she has been on. YARIA’s art has given her the voice she was always afraid to use and share. It has become a sacred space to embrace her true emotions and express the depth of life experiences. She looks forward to bringing her authentic heartfelt vibes to the ATL Minifest stage, which will be her first solo performance!