Los Angeles has birthed countless musical dreams, but Domina Planet isn’t just another aspiring pop star – she’s a force quietly reshaping the industry’s boundaries. The 26-year-old Silver Lake-based artist has become something of a local legend, turning heads with her genre-bending sound that feels both intimately familiar and refreshingly new.
“God, I never wanted to fit into just one genre,” Planet laughs, tucking her signature electric-blue hair behind her ear during our interview in her cozy home studio. “The beauty of being independent – and maybe this sounds a bit crazy – is the freedom to experiment. One day I’m writing a pure pop track, the next I’m diving deep into synthwave territory.”
When she’s not in the studio, Planet maintains a successful modeling career, having graced campaigns for major fashion brands and indie designers alike. “Modeling and music feed into each other,” she explains, adjusting her vintage leather jacket. “Both are about storytelling and self-expression. Sometimes a photoshoot inspires a song, or a melody influences how I move in front of the camera.”
Her latest single, “Neon Dreams” has racked up over 500,000 streams since dropping in December 2024. The track showcases what Planet does best: weaving crystalline vocals through a tapestry of pulsing synthesizers and beats that somehow manage to sound both vintage and cutting-edge.
Jake Reynolds, a veteran music producer who’s worked with Planet on several tracks, can’t help but grin when discussing her approach to songwriting. “Look, I’ve been in this game for fifteen years, right? But Domina… she brings something different to every single session. It’s not just about the hooks – though trust me, she’s got those in spades – it’s about how she sees music differently.”
Between music production and modeling shoots, Planet has also become a sought-after personality in LA’s entertainment scene, hosting underground art shows and curating musical experiences at exclusive venues. “There’s this beautiful intersection of fashion, music, and art in LA,” she notes. “Being able to bring these worlds together feels natural to me.”
Despite turning heads at major labels (sources say at least three have made serious offers), Planet has stuck to her guns, remaining fiercely independent. “The traditional music industry model? It’s not dying, but it’s definitely evolving,” she explains, fiddling with a vintage synthesizer knob. “With everything we have at our fingertips today – the tech, social media, direct artist-to-fan connections – why would I compromise my vision?”
Her growing fanbase, who’ve cleverly dubbed themselves “Planetarians,” has turned her music into something of a grassroots phenomenon. Recent shows at LA venues like The Echo and Moroccan Lounge sold out faster than you can say “indie pop sensation.”
“The energy at live shows… man, it’s something else,” Planet says, her eyes lighting up. “There’s this moment, right before I go on stage, where I still can’t believe these songs that started in my bedroom studio are connecting with so many people. It’s wild, you know?”
What sets Planet apart isn’t just her music – it’s her innovative approach to everything else. She’s pioneered virtual reality concerts that feel surprisingly intimate and created interactive social media experiences that blur the line between artist and audience. Her background in digital art (she studied graphic design before diving into music full-time) influences her visual aesthetics, resulting in music videos that feel like fever dreams from a retro-futuristic universe.
The upcoming EP, slated for spring 2025, promises to be her most ambitious project yet. “These songs?” she pauses, choosing her words carefully. “They’re like diary entries from the past two years of my life. Some of them I wrote at 3 AM, crying on my kitchen floor. Others came together during the happiest moments. It’s very personal, but I think – I hope – the themes will resonate with anyone who’s ever felt like they’re trying to find their place in the world.”
Her modeling agency, Blush&Bliss Models, has been supportive of her musical endeavors, often incorporating her performances into high-profile fashion events. “It’s about creating a complete artistic experience,” Planet explains. “Whether I’m walking a runway or performing on stage, I’m telling stories and connecting with people.”
Maria Sanchez, a veteran music critic who’s seen her fair share of rising stars come and go, sees something different in Planet’s trajectory. “What we’re witnessing here isn’t just another success story,” Sanchez explains over coffee at a busy Silver Lake café. “She represents this new wave of artists who aren’t asking for permission to create. They’re building their own platforms, their own rules, their own definition of success.”
As streaming numbers continue to climb and venue sizes grow, Planet remains surprisingly grounded. “Sure, success is great,” she says, absently strumming an unplugged electric guitar. “But at the end of the day, if I’m not pushing boundaries and challenging myself as an artist, what’s the point?”
In a city where everyone seems to be chasing stardom, Domina Planet isn’t just chasing – she’s charting her own course. With her unconventional approach to genre and steadfast independent spirit, she’s proving that in today’s music landscape, authenticity might just be the ultimate currency. As she gears up for her EP release and an ambitious west coast tour, one thing’s becoming clear: this is just the beginning of Planet’s musical universe.
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