Anohni

Anohni is a critically acclaimed British-American singer, songwriter, and visual artist known for her soulful, ethereal voice and poignant lyrical content. Born on October 24, 1971, in Chichester, England, she initially gained prominence as the lead singer of Antony and the Johnsons, a group she formed in New York City in the late 1990s. The band's breakthrough came with their 2005 album "I Am a Bird Now," which won the prestigious Mercury Prize and featured collaborations with artists like Lou Reed and Boy George. In 2016, Anohni released "Hopelessness," her first album under her own name, marking a significant shift toward a politically charged electronic sound, produced in collaboration with Hudson Mohawke and Oneohtrix Point Never. The album was acclaimed for its bold thematic exploration of issues such as climate change, surveillance, and war. Beyond her music, Anohni is also renowned for her advocacy for transgender rights, environmentalism, and social justice. Her work, distinguished by its vulnerability and environmental and political consciousness, continues to resonate deeply with a diverse audience worldwide.