At 23 years old half Norwegian half US-American Maria Mena, already has a wealth of experience, awards and a huge following.

She released her first album at the age of 15 but really broke through to the International arena with the album “Apparently Unaffected” and the huge hit single “Just Hold Me” (5.5 million views on youtube). Maria writes all the tracks on her albums and they are known for their raw emotion and honesty. With her new album “Cause And Effect” Maria has confronted her past putting her life to date into some powerful and moving songs.

Following the success of her debut UK single 'All This Time' which was heavily supported by BBC Radio 2, Maria is back with her single second 'Just Hold Me' which is released on September 5th.

14.08.10 - Maria Playlisted on Radio 2

Maria has been playlisted on BBC Radio 2 this week with her new single 'Just Hold Me'. You can download the track from September 5th! ...

16.07.10 - Maria's on the music channels

Maria's video for second single 'Just Hold Me' has now been added to music channels The Box, Chart Show TV and Bliss. Keep an eye out for it!

01.07.10 - Maria's Record of the Day

Maria has been tipped as a future hit by Record of the Day, one of the most important UK music industry websites with her second UK single 'Just Hold Me'.

You can download the track from September 5th.