Press Kit — Updated July 2026

IONNA —EPK

Synth-pop duo from Richmond, Virginia. Everything you need to book, promote or write about IONNA.

Quick Facts

IONNA

Artist

Soraya Teschner · Ross Wright

Real Names

Synth-pop · indie dance

Genre

Richmond, Virginia

Based

Newlin Music Prize

2026 Shortlist

For fans of

Kate Bush · Tame Impala · Cyndi Lauper · the XX

Latest Release

IONNAVERSE · October 2025

Booking

mgmt@ionna.world

Biography

Short and long versions — click to copy.

Short (50 words)

IONNA is a synth pop duo from Richmond, Virginia. Co-writers and producers Soraya Teschner and Ross Wright create a cinematic sonic blend of 70s disco melodies, 80s synth textures and modern indie dance, invoking artists like Kate Bush, Tame Impala, Cyndi Lauper and the xx.

Long (150 words)

IONNA is a synth pop duo from Richmond, Virginia. Co-writers / producers Soraya Teschner and Ross Wright create a cinematic sonic blend of 70’s disco melodies, 80’s synth textures, and modern indie dance, invoking artists like Kate Bush, Tame Impala, Cyndi Lauper, and the XX.

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Their debut album, “IONNAVERSE”, released in October 2025, takes listeners on a journey of reinvention with the title character — an alien cyborg — as she learns how to be human. The album was shortlisted for the 2026 Newlin Music Prize.

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When IONNA takes the stage, they perform with infectious energy, interactive moments, and original visuals. Everyone is invited to be a part of the IONNAVERSE.

Pronunciation / spelling note: always set as “IONNA” (all caps).