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About
Indie-pop and neo-soul singer, vocalist, composer, and songwriter. She initially gained critical acclaim and widespread recognition as the charismatic frontwoman and lead vocalist for the Wisconsin-based indie-folk band PHOX.
Before fame
Her public music career officially launched in 2011 when she joined forces with high school friends to form PHOX. They subsequently released their universally praised, self-titled debut album in 2014 before going on an indefinite hiatus.
Trivia
As a child growing up with back-country dial-up internet, she spent hours waiting for classic Billie Holiday music videos to load, which deeply inspired her soulful, retro vocal style. In her solo live performances, she uniquely experiments with a theremin to inject psychedelic flickers into her golden-era Hollywood sound. Furthermore, she is a self-described "toe walker" and has openly shared her experiences on social media regarding being on the autism spectrum.
Family life
She was born in Chicago, Illinois, but spent her childhood growing up in the rural town of Baraboo, Wisconsin. She lives in Los Angeles, California.
Associated with
She has recorded music alongside James Blake.
