Carla Frayman known artistically as Carlita, is a Turkish-Italian DJ, music producer, and multi-instrumentalist. Her work blends elements of electronic music with a classical music background, and she has gained international recognition for her eclectic and performative style.[1]
Carlita was born in Istanbul, Turkey, to a Turkish father and Italian mother.[2] She started playing the cello at the age of 8.[3] She received formal education in classical music in Turkish Conservatory, and graduated from the Royal Academy of Music with the cello at 16 years old. Later, she learned to play the guitar and bass.[4] At 12, Carla competed in Turkey's Got Talent and advanced to the semi-finals on national Turkish television.[5] In interviews, she has emphasized her proficiency with multiple instruments, stating: "I play professionally — like at a good level — guitar, bass guitar, cello, piano, drums... I love drums. I can play most instruments, I feel, because I studied music theory for years." [6]
Later she moved to Boston, where she attended the Northeastern University.[7] During her second year in Boston, she began making playlists for friends, which sparked her interest in DJing. A local club owner taught her how to use CDJs and offered her a residency at Bijou nightclub, marking the beginning of her DJ career. After graduating in 2017, she chose to pursue music professionally.[8]
Style and career
Carlita is known for her versatile approach to electronic music. Her sound blends psychedelic and Turkish folk influences,[9] combining genres such as House, Downtempo, Melodic Techno, and organic rhythms.[10] Her performances often incorporate a strong emotional narrative and visual identity, influenced by diverse cultural backgrounds.[11]
In 2023, she co-founded the multidisciplinary platform Senza Fine alongside DJ Tennis, combining music, fashion, and visual arts through curated live experiences.[17][18]
In 2024, Carlita released her debut album Sentimental under Ninja Tune's sublabel Counter Records. The album was well received by music critics[19][20] and showcased a wide range of sonic textures and collaborations.[21]
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