Niara Sterling is a multifaceted artist, DJ, and music supervisor originally from Springfield, Virginia, who relocated to Brooklyn, New York, in 2016 to pursue her music career. Her sound is a dynamic blend of rhythm, blues, soul, jazz, funk, gospel, hip-hop, house, and afro, often described as deep, melodic, and percussive. Sterling has toured internationally as Talib Kweli's DJ and collaborated with artists including Ari Lennox, Easy Mo Bee, Masego, and Moses Sumney. She maintains a presence in New York's club scene, with appearances at venues like Good Room and Le Bain, and holds the NICHE residency. Sterling also hosts "Middle Ground" on Twitch and "Soul Ties" on Universal Rhythms, showcasing her evolving, multi-generational selections.