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Jessica Ashley Karpov (born July 10, 1992), better known as Harloe (stylized in all caps),[1] is an American singer and songwriter, based in Los Angeles.[2] In addition to her career as a recording artist, Karpov co-wrote and co-produced four songs on Kelly Clarkson's 2017 album Meaning of Life, including the singles "I Don't Think About You" and "Heat".[3] She has also written for Britney Spears, Charli XCX, Celine Dion, Zayn, K/DA, Sabrina Claudio, and Olivia Holt.[4][5]
Early life
[edit]Born in Queens, New York, Harloe is the child of Laura and Igor Karpov,[6] and is of Russian and Romanian descent.[2] Her sister, Suzanne, is an opera singer.[2] She graduated from Lynbrook Senior High School in Lynbrook, New York in 2010 and attended performing arts school at NYU Clive Davis School of Recorded Music in New York City.[2][7]
Career
[edit]As HARLOE (2016–present)
[edit]In 2016, she released her first single as Harloe, "All in My Feelings," featuring Dreezy.[4][5] In 2017 she released the single "More Than Ever".[citation needed]In 2018, She Co-Wrote and Produced, "K/DA's" first Single "POP/STARS", for "Riot Games", "League Of Legends", with Sebastien Najand, Lydia Paek, and Minji Kim. In 2019 she wrote for, and was featured on Robin Schulz's single "All This Love".[citation needed] In 2019, Harloe began releasing music through Roc Nation.[citation needed] She released the single and music video for "Rivers Run Dry" on 1 October 2019.[5] On 19 November 2019, she released the single and music video for "One More Chance".[8] Her debut EP as Harloe, also titled Rivers Run Dry, was released in spring 2020.[5]
Also in 2019, she provided the singing voice of Flora in the anime television series Carole & Tuesday.[9]
As Jessica Ashley (2009–2015)
[edit]She has been performing, singing and dancing, publicly since 2009.[2] In 2016, she released her first single as Harlœ, All in My Feelings. In 2012, she released an EP as Jessica Ashley, Prelude, featuring the singles "Souvenir", "24 Hours" and "Neverland".[1] The video for "Neverland" starred actor Justin Gaston, with Ashley taking on the role of a contemporary Cinderella.[10] In 2014, she signed a record deal with Epic Records.[11]
Discography
[edit]EPs
[edit]| Title | Release details |
|---|---|
| Prelude |
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| Rivers Run Dry |
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Singles
[edit]| Year | Title | Album |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | "Souvenir" | Prelude |
| "24 Hours" | ||
| "Neverland" | ||
| 2016 | "All in My Feelings" | Non-album singles |
| 2017 | "More Than Ever" | |
| 2019 | "Rivers Run Dry" | Rivers Run Dry |
| "One More Chance" | ||
| 2020 | "Crush On You" | |
| "Just Ain't Christmas" | Non-album singles | |
| 2021 | "Liquid Truth" | |
| "PWR RNGR" (featuring Mick Jenkins) | ||
| "Overthinking" | ||
| 2024 | "Dreams" | |
| "Free To Love" |
Guest appearances
[edit]| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Certifications | Album | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUT [14] |
GER [15] |
SWI [16] | ||||
| "Mr. Mystery" (Spadez feat. Jessica Ashley) |
2011 | — | — | — | ||
| "No More Second Chances" (MKTO feat. Jessica Ashley) |
2012 | — | — | — | MKTO | |
| "The Way We Were" (Mitch LJ & Luke Sky feat. Jessica Ashley) |
2014 | — | — | — | ||
| "Over" (Spadez feat. Jessica Ashley) |
— | — | — | The Lost Tape | ||
| "Live & Learn" (Spadez feat. Jessica Ashley) |
— | — | — | |||
| "No More" (Spadez feat. Jessica Ashley) |
2015 | — | — | — | The Produce Section | |
| "Just My Type" (Spadez feat. Jessica Ashley) |
— | — | — | |||
| "One More Night" (Spadez feat. Jessica Ashley) |
— | — | — | |||
| "All This Love" (Robin Schulz feat. Harlœ)[17] |
2019 | 32 | 26 | 28 | IIII | |
Songwriting discography
[edit]| Title | Year | Artist | Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Cool" | 2014 | Maude | #HoldUp |
| "No More Second Chances" (featuring Jessica Ashley) |
MKTO | MKTO | |
| "Unbreakable" | Madison Beer | Non-album single | |
| "Kinda Miss You" | 2015 | Deborah Cox | Work of Art |
| "Love Me Down" | 2016 | Britney Spears | Glory |
| "Secret (Shh)" | Charli XCX | Vroom Vroom | |
| "Thin Air" (featuring Jordan Fisher) |
Olivia Holt | Olivia | |
| "Body Speak" | Serayah | Empire: Original Soundtrack Season 2 Volume 2 | |
| "Heat" | 2017 | Kelly Clarkson | Meaning of Life |
| "Medicine" | |||
| "Cruel" | |||
| "I Don't Think About You" | |||
| "Fresh Air" | 2018 | Zayn | Icarus Falls |
| "No Apologies" | Nick Jonas | (Unreleased track) | |
| "Run My Mouth" | Ella Mai | Ella Mai | |
| "Pop/Stars" | 2018 | K/DA | |
| "The Hard Way" | 2019 | Celine Dion | Courage |
| "As Long As You're Asleep" | Sabrina Claudio | Truth Is | |
| "Our Song" | 2023 | Pink | Trustfall |
| "I Won't Give Up" | 2023 | Kelly Clarkson | Chemistry |
References
[edit]- ^ a b Gomes, Charlotte. "Jessica Ashley Releases Her Debut EP "Prelude"". YourMusicRefill. Archived from the original on 22 June 2012. Retrieved 19 June 2012.
- ^ a b c d e "Facts About Jessica Ashley – American RnB Singer". Glamour Path. 14 November 2019. Retrieved 24 January 2020.
- ^ Ganz, Caryn (19 October 2017). "Kelly Clarkson Is Nobody's Puppet". The New York Times. Retrieved 24 January 2020.
- ^ a b Smith, Sydney (24 July 2017). "Rising Singer-Producer Harloe on Upcoming EP, Working as a Female in the Industry". Variance. Retrieved 24 January 2020.
- ^ a b c d Kolomiets, Valeria. ""Rivers Run Dry" to the sound of HARLOE's newest single". Earmilk. Retrieved 24 January 2020.
- ^ Smith, Tim. "Maryland Opera Studio to give Reading of 'Scalia/Ginsburg' Opera by Baltimore Native". The Baltimore Sun. Archived from the original on 20 July 2014. Retrieved 14 February 2014.
- ^ "Artist Alert: Jessica Ashley". FanLaLa. Archived from the original on 15 September 2012. Retrieved 12 September 2012.
- ^ Kushwaha, Brooke (19 November 2019). "HARLOE DEBUTS MUSIC VIDEO FOR 'ONE MORE CHANCE'". V Magazine. Retrieved 24 January 2020.
- ^ "OnAir List -CAROLE & TUESDAY Official Site- – キャロル&チューズデイ". caroleandtuesday.com. Retrieved 2 October 2019.
- ^ "Twist Chats with Jessica Ashley". Twist Magazine. Archived from the original on 28 May 2014. Retrieved 24 May 2012.
- ^ Cardenes, Andrew. "Jessica Ashley Teams Up With Epic Records For Her Debut Album". Next2Shine. Retrieved 15 April 2014.
- ^ "J-14 Hot Music Alert: Jessica Ashley". J-14. Retrieved 4 February 2013.
- ^ @RocNation (13 March 2020). "Grammy-nominated songwriter @harloemusic just dropped her debut EP Woman dancing Listen now on @TIDAL Multiple musical notes rocnat.io/n/harloerrdtidal" (Tweet). Retrieved 13 March 2020 – via Twitter.
- ^ "Robin Schulz feat. Harlœ – All This Love (Single)". austriancharts.at. Retrieved 17 July 2019.
- ^ "Robin Schulz feat. Harlœ – All This Love (Single)". offiziellecharts.de. Retrieved 12 July 2019.
- ^ "Robin Schulz feat. Harlœ – All This Love (Single)". swisscharts.com. Retrieved 12 May 2019.
- ^ "Robin Schulz – All This Love". Discogs. n.d.
Harloe
View on GrokipediaEarly life
Family background
Harloe, born Jessica Ashley Karpov on July 10, 1992, in Queens, New York, was raised in a first-generation immigrant family of Ukrainian and Romanian descent.[1][2][9][10] Her parents, whose cultural backgrounds deeply influenced the household, exposed her to a rich musical environment from an early age, blending Eastern European traditions with diverse sounds that shaped her artistic sensibility.[11][12] The family's love for music was evident in everyday life, with Harloe beginning classical piano lessons at age four under their encouragement.[12] Growing up, she drew inspiration from her parents' record collection, which included a mix of immigrant-influenced genres, New York street performers, and emerging hip-hop, fostering her early interest in songwriting and performance.[11] This nurturing backdrop in Queens provided a foundation for her musical development, emphasizing creativity within a culturally diverse home.[9] Harloe shares a close bond with her sister, Suzanne, who also pursued music and became an opera singer.[3][13] The siblings often collaborated as children, learning songs together and performing at school talent shows, which highlighted their shared passion and strengthened family ties through artistic expression.[3] This sibling dynamic, rooted in their multicultural upbringing, contributed to Harloe's early confidence in vocal and performance skills.[2]Musical development
Harloe began her musical journey in childhood through classical piano training, undertaking rigorous lessons at a music school in Queens, New York.[14] By age seven, she was performing songs such as Lionel Richie's "Hello" to accompany her mother's events, demonstrating an early aptitude for the instrument.[3] This foundational training instilled a strong technical foundation, exposing her to diverse sounds in her multicultural neighborhood, from pan drums to chamber orchestras.[14] As she progressed into adolescence, Harloe's interests evolved from classical performance to songwriting, a discovery she described as organic and self-driven. During high school, she began uploading vocal covers to YouTube, which quickly garnered attention and led to her first professional studio sessions.[15] These early online efforts marked her transition from instrumental practice to vocal and compositional exploration, blending her piano skills with emerging pop and R&B influences. Harloe further developed her craft by enrolling at the Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music at New York University, where she studied professional music production and artistry. However, she ultimately left the program to pursue hands-on opportunities in songwriting and relocation to Los Angeles, prioritizing practical experience over formal completion.[14] This period solidified her multifaceted approach, laying the groundwork for her later collaborations and independent releases.[3]Career
As Jessica Ashley (2009–2015)
Jessica Ashley Karpov began her professional music career in 2009 at age 17, posting cover versions of songs by artists such as Alicia Keys and Beyoncé on YouTube from her home in Queens, New York, which quickly attracted a substantial online following.[4] By late 2009, she relocated to Los Angeles to pursue opportunities in the music industry, marking the start of her full-time commitment to songwriting and performance.[4] In April 2011, Ashley released her debut single, "If You Are Out There," an original R&B track that showcased her emotive delivery and piano-driven composition. This was followed by her self-released debut extended play, Prelude, on May 8, 2012, which she co-wrote and co-produced entirely.[16] The five-track EP blended pop and R&B elements, featuring songs like "Neverland" (a dreamy ballad about escapism), "24 Hours" (an upbeat track on fleeting romance), and "I Like It" (a soulful exploration of attraction), emphasizing her versatile vocal range and production talents. Prelude received positive attention for its polished sound and personal lyrics, building on her YouTube popularity, though it remained independently distributed without major label backing at the time.[17] Ashley promoted Prelude through live performances, including a notable appearance at the Old Whaling Church in Edgartown, Massachusetts, in August 2012, where she shared the stage with singer Sally Taylor and delivered soulful renditions of her originals alongside covers.[17] In 2013, at around age 21, she signed a recording deal with Epic Records, a Sony Music imprint, under the guidance of label chairman L.A. Reid, positioning her for a major-label debut album.[4] During her Epic tenure from 2013 to approximately 2015, Ashley focused on developing new material and collaborations, including sessions with acclaimed producers like Ne-Yo, though no full-length album materialized amid creative and label shifts.[4] The period was marked by behind-the-scenes songwriting work, but mounting pressures led to her release from the label.[4] Disheartened, she temporarily returned to New York in 2014, stepping away from music to teach Zumba classes in gyms and studios while reflecting on her path.[4] By early 2015, at the urging of her music publisher, Ashley relocated back to Los Angeles, pivoting toward independent songwriting and production that would inform her later transition to the Harloe moniker.[4]As HARLOE (2016–2018)
In 2016, Jessica Ashley Karpov adopted the stage name HARLOE and transitioned to a solo artist career, signing with the independent label Crooked Paintings.[18] Her debut single as HARLOE, "All in My Feelings" featuring Dreezy, was released in October, blending alternative R&B with pop elements to explore themes of emotional vulnerability and heartbreak.[19] The track marked her emergence as a lead artist, following years of behind-the-scenes songwriting, and received attention for its anthemic production and raw lyrical delivery.[20] During this period, HARLOE continued to build her profile through songwriting and production credits for major artists. She co-wrote "Love Me Down" for Britney Spears' ninth studio album Glory, contributing to its sensual, mid-tempo sound.[14] Similarly, she co-wrote "Secret (Shh)" for Charli XCX's Vroom Vroom EP, infusing the track with edgy, experimental pop vibes produced by SOPHIE.[14] These contributions highlighted her versatility in crafting hooks for pop and R&B acts while she developed her own material. In 2017, HARLOE released her follow-up single "More Than Ever," a confessional ballad delving deeper into personal loss and resilience, serving as an emotional extension of her debut.[21] The song's stripped-back arrangement emphasized her vocal range and songwriting prowess, positioning her as an emerging voice in alternative R&B. By 2018, she expanded into collaborations, providing vocals for SNBRN's deep house track "If I Can't Have You," which captured a summery, uplifting mood and premiered exclusively on Billboard Dance.[22] That year, HARLOE also co-wrote and helped produce "POP/STARS" for the virtual K-pop group K/DA in collaboration with Riot Games, a high-energy EDM-pop anthem that debuted alongside the League of Legends World Championship and amassed millions of streams, underscoring her growing impact in multimedia projects.[23]Independent releases and collaborations (2019–present)
Following her time with Roc Nation in the late 2010s, Harloe transitioned toward more self-directed projects, beginning with notable collaborations that highlighted her versatility as a vocalist and songwriter. In May 2019, she featured on the single "All This Love" by German producer Robin Schulz, blending her soulful R&B delivery with electronic dance elements to create a track that peaked at number 62 on the German Singles Chart and garnered over 100 million streams on Spotify.[24] The song's release marked an early highlight of her independent-leaning output, emphasizing themes of vulnerability in relationships through its upbeat yet introspective production.[25] That same year, Harloe released the single "Rivers Run Dry" in October 2019, a brooding alt-R&B track exploring emotional exhaustion and resilience, which she co-wrote and produced.[26] This led to her debut EP, Rivers Run Dry, issued in March 2020 via a joint venture with Roc Nation and Ballroom Music, though it reflected her growing autonomy in creative control. The five-track project, clocking in at 17 minutes, delved into personal heartbreak and self-discovery with songs like "One More Chance" (a plea for reconciliation), "Cut Me Loose" (addressing toxic bonds), "We're All Gonna Lose" (a funky reflection on shared failures), and "Crush On You" (a lighter, synth-driven closer).[27] Critics praised the EP for its polished fusion of pop, R&B, and funk, with Harloe handling much of the instrumentation and vocal production herself.[28] The release was accompanied by intimate live performances, including a stripped-down version of the title track premiered in late 2019.[29] Harloe's output continued with a string of singles and features in 2021, showcasing collaborations that amplified her profile. In September, she released the introspective "Liquid Truth," a smooth R&B cut she fully produced, addressing fluid emotions in love, which received a remix by Friend Within in 2022 for added dance appeal.[30] This was followed in October by "PWR RNGR" featuring Chicago rapper Mick Jenkins, a hip-hop-infused R&B track with punchy bass and sensual electronics, co-produced by Harloe and emphasizing empowerment amid adversity.[31] November brought "Overthinking" with legendary guitarist Nile Rodgers, recorded at Abbey Road Studios and produced by Fred Ball, incorporating '70s-inspired basslines and synths to tackle anxiety in modern relationships.[32] These tracks, all under Roc Nation at the time, demonstrated Harloe's ability to bridge genres while maintaining her confessional style. In subsequent years, Harloe leaned further into independent endeavors, contributing "Two Left Feet" to the 2022 Netflix film Ivy + Bean soundtrack, a playful pop number fitting the family-friendly vibe.[33] By 2024, fully independent, she released "Dreams" in February, a dreamy mid-tempo reflection on aspiration and nostalgia, followed by "Free To Love" later that year, promoting self-acceptance through upbeat R&B grooves.[34] Her most recent output, the holiday single "The Christmas Song" in September 2025, offered a festive twist on her signature sound, available across major streaming platforms.[8] These later releases underscore Harloe's evolution as an artist prioritizing personal expression and direct fan engagement via platforms like SoundCloud and Instagram.[35]Artistry
Musical style
Harloe's music is primarily characterized by a sultry, confessional approach to alternative R&B, blending elements of pop and soul to create introspective and emotionally resonant tracks.[36] Her sound often draws from late-1990s R&B influences, featuring bumping, bass-driven beats and airy, nostalgic keys that evoke a sense of late-night introspection.[37] This style is evident in her debut EP Rivers Run Dry (2020), where simmering R&B production merges with artful instrumentation to form bold, primal anthems. Central to Harloe's artistry are her graceful, sultry vocals, which layer experimental overlapping lines and clever counter-melodies over gentle pop structures that channel bygone eras.[37] These vocals, combined with relatable lyrics exploring themes of love, heartbreak, and personal growth, prioritize emotional depth and raw spontaneity in recording.[33] In singles like "Crush On You" (2020), she incorporates pulsating rhythms and classical piano melodies, infusing pop with poetic storytelling that balances nostalgia and hope.[38] Harloe's production approach further defines her style, emphasizing sensual electronics, punchy bass lines, and a slow-swing passion that delivers comforting familiarity while remaining fresh.[39] Influences such as Prince and 1980s synth aesthetics inform her experimental edge, allowing her to craft tracks that feel both timeless and contemporary within the R&B/pop/soul spectrum.[37][40]Influences and production approach
Harloe's musical influences draw from a diverse array of sources rooted in her Queens upbringing, including her first-generation immigrant parents' record collection, the eclectic sounds of New York City buskers, and prominent hip-hop artists of the era.[41] She has cited a broad spectrum of artists as inspirations, spanning genres and eras, such as the innovative funk and pop of Prince, the powerful soul vocals of Whitney Houston, the introspective R&B of Frank Ocean, and the indie rock harmonies of HAIM.[42] Additionally, her appreciation for '70s music and R&B legends like Toni Braxton and Sade informs her blend of emotional depth and rhythmic groove.[41] In her production approach, Harloe emphasizes hands-on involvement, leveraging her classical piano background as her primary instrument for composing and building tracks.[42] She often begins the creative process with piano chords or synth explorations to establish a song's foundation, allowing ideas to flow organically without rigid formulas.[42] This method supports her genre-blending style, evident in the soulful, intimate R&B arrangements of her debut EP Rivers Run Dry (2020), co-produced with Fred Ball, which prioritizes emotional vulnerability through layered vocals and subtle instrumentation.[42] For tracks like "Overthinking" (2021), she incorporates disco-pop elements, including '70s-inspired bass lines and synthesizers, recorded at Abbey Road Studios with collaborators Fred Ball and Nile Rodgers, to create a balance of heartfelt introspection and upbeat energy.[41] Harloe's songwriting, integral to her production ethos, is deeply personal and intuitive; she maintains a journal for capturing lyrics and concepts, shaping them to fit the evolving tone of a project, whether starting from melody or narrative inspiration.[42] This flexible, gut-driven process enables her to infuse productions with authentic storytelling, as seen in singles like "Liquid Truth," where raw emotional delivery meets polished, contemporary sonic textures.[41]Discography
Extended plays
Harloe's extended plays represent key milestones in her evolution as an artist, showcasing her self-produced alt-R&B sound during her early independent phase and Roc Nation tenure. Her debut EP, Crooked Paintings, marked her initial foray into releasing cohesive bodies of work, blending raw emotional narratives with urban influences. This was followed by Rivers Run Dry in 2020, a more polished project that highlighted her songwriting depth amid personal introspection. Both EPs feature tracks she wrote and produced, emphasizing themes of love, vulnerability, and resilience.[14]| Title | Release date | Label | Tracks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crooked Paintings | Spring 2017 | Crooked Paintings | 1. "All In My Feelings" (featuring a remix with Dreezy) 2. "Once In A While" 3. "More Than Ever"[14] |
| Rivers Run Dry | March 13, 2020 | Roc Nation | 1. "Rivers Run Dry" (3:01) 2. "One More Chance" (3:26) 3. "Cut Me Loose" (3:35) 4. "We're All Gonna Lose" (3:44) 5. "Crush On You" (3:12)[43] |
Singles as lead artist
Harloe's singles as lead artist primarily emerged during her rebranding from Jessica Ashley, beginning with her debut under the HARLOE moniker in 2017. These releases showcase her evolution in R&B and pop, often self-produced and featuring collaborations with notable artists, distributed through Roc Nation and independent labels thereafter.[1][8]| Year | Title | Featured artist(s) | Album/EP/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | All in My Feelings | Dreezy | Debut single as HARLOE; non-album single.[44] |
| 2017 | More Than Ever | None | Non-album single.[45] |
| 2019 | Rivers Run Dry | None | Lead single from Rivers Run Dry EP.[7] |
| 2019 | One More Chance | None | Non-album single. |
| 2020 | Crush on You | None | Non-album single; released with remixes. |
| 2020 | Just Ain’t Christmas | None | Holiday non-album single.[46] |
| 2021 | Liquid Truth | None | Non-album single; recorded at Abbey Road Studios. |
| 2021 | PWR RNGR | Mick Jenkins | Non-album single; Roc Nation release.[31] |
| 2021 | Overthinking | Nile Rodgers | Non-album single.[47] |
| 2024 | Dreams | None | Non-album single.[34] |
| 2024 | Free to Love | None | Non-album single.[48] |
| 2025 | The Christmas Song | None | Holiday non-album single.[8] |
