Anna Dasha Novotny, known professionally as Dasha, is from San Luis Obispo, California.
Her artistic flair blossomed early, with achievements in national poetry competitions and mastering instruments like the guitar and piano by age 8. Dasha's musical journey began with the release of her first song at 13. She gained initial recognition with the single "Don't Mean a Thing" in 2020, leading to her first EP, "$hiny Things", in 2021. By 2023, she had dropped her debut album, "Dirty Blonde". Dasha scored a significant hit with "Austin" in 2024, a track that embraced country influences and entered the Billboard Hot 100, marking her breakthrough. The success of "Austin" paved the way for her second album, "What Happens Now?". Her work bridges country and pop, and she has garnered acclaim for her emotive songwriting and dynamic performances.