Little Monarch is a soulful trio based in Venice, CA (USA) made up of Casey Kalmenson, a vocalist and synth player from Los Angeles, Memphis pianist Lanita Smith (also known for her powerful voice), and guitarist Justin Andres, who has collaborated and toured with artists like Billy Ray Cyrus and the Bellrays. Kalmenson already had the band in place when she saw Smith perform, and admired her musical style so much that she decided to ask her to join.