Cat Janice
American musician (1993–2024)
Catherine Janice Ipsan (January 20, 1993 – February 28, 2024), known professionally as Cat Janice, was an American singer-songwriter. Janice wrote and sang "Dance You Outta My Head", which went viral on TikTok.
Early life
Catherine Janice Ipsan was born on January 20, 1993, in Northern Virginia and was raised in Annandale, Virginia. Janice learned to play violin and piano at the age of six. She had 14 years of classical training, during which she joined an orchestra, jazz bands, and theatrical productions. She started writing her music around the age of 12, and she later taught herself how to produce her own music.
Music career
Janice released her first album, with her singing and playing piano, in 2014. Her second album, Fire, was more Southern rock and was released the next year. In 2019, Janice won a Washington Area Music Award (WAMMY) in the category of Best Rock Artist. Janice's song "Pricey" appeared in an episode of "Selling Sunset" in 2020.
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