Twinnie: A Pop-Country Star with a Heart of Gold
Twinnie is an English pop-country artist, actress, and traveller who has been making waves in the music scene with her catchy tunes and honest lyrics. She recently released a new single called The Way I Loved You, which she described as “a song about grief”. She also founded a global music collective called I KNOW A WOMAN, whose primary mission is to standardise mental health therapy across the music industry. In this article, we will explore Twinnie’s life and career, highlighting her achievements as a musician and her passion as a humanitarian.
Early Life and Career
Twinnie was born on 14 May 1987 in York, England. She grew up in a musical family, as her father was a singer and her mother was a dancer. She started singing and dancing at a young age, and joined a local theatre group when she was six. She attended the York College of Arts and Technology and later the London School of Musical Theatre.
“I’ve been on stage all my life; it’s the only thing I know,” says Twinnie, who took her first steps at Isobel Dunn’s dance school in York.”So whether it’s theatre, music, film, TV, I’ve been doing it since I was four. ”
Twinnie began her career as a stage performer, appearing in various musicals such as We Will Rock You, Rock of Ages, and Chicago. She also had roles in TV shows such as Hollyoaks (she played feisty Porsche McQueen) and Doctors. She moved to Los Angeles in 2012 to pursue acting, but soon realized that music was her true passion. She returned to the UK and started writing songs with different producers and artists.
Music Breakthrough
Twinnie made her music debut in 2016 with the release of her first single Cool, which showcased her pop-country sound and attitude. She followed it up with two more singles in 2017, Home and Lie to Me, which received positive reviews and airplay. In 2018, she signed a record deal with BMG UK and released her debut EP Better When I’m Drunk in 2019. The EP featured six tracks, including the fan-favourites Type of Girl and Social Babies.
Twinnie’s first full-length album Hollywood Gypsy came out in 2020 and reached number one on the UK Country Albums Chart. The album was praised for its catchy melodies, honest lyrics, and diverse influences, ranging from pop and rock to country and soul. Some of the standout tracks on the album include I Love You Now Change, Whiplash, and Feeling of Falling.
Hollywood Gypsy
Twinnie has cited artists such as Shania Twain, Dolly Parton, Fleetwood Mac, and Lady Gaga as her musical inspirations. She has also collaborated with other pop-country artists such as The Shires, Ward Thomas, and Una Healy. She has performed at various festivals and events, such as C2C: Country to Country, The Long Road Festival, and Country Music Week. She has also toured with artists such as Kiefer Sutherland, Lauren Alaina, and Lewis Capaldi.
I KNOW A WOMAN and The Way I Loved You
In 2021, Twinnie founded the global music collective I KNOW A WOMAN, whose primary mission is to standardise mental health therapy across the music industry. The collective aims to create a supportive community for female artists and songwriters, as well as raise awareness and funds for mental health causes. Twinnie collaborated with several other artists, such as SABYNA, Lucie Silvas, Anna Rose, and Tigirlily, to release the debut single of the collective, I Know a Woman, which celebrates women empowerment and solidarity.
Twinnie also released a new single in March 2021, called The Way I Loved You, which she described as “a song about grief”. The song was inspired by her personal experience of losing her grandmother during the COVID-19 pandemic. The song expresses the pain and longing of losing someone you love, as well as the hope of seeing them again. The song received positive feedback and support from fans and peers, who praised Twinnie for her powerful vocals and emotional delivery.
The Way I Loved You
Latest Releases and Move to Nashville
In 2023, Twinnie released her second album Gold Dust, which was recorded entirely in Nashville with some of the best producers and songwriters in the country scene. The album featured 12 tracks, including the lead single Welcome to the Club, which was a powerful anthem of inclusivity, self-love, and acceptance. The album also included collaborations with other artists, such as Kelsea Ballerini, Brett Eldredge, and Maren Morris. The album received critical acclaim and commercial success, reaching number one on the UK Country Albums Chart and number two on the UK Albums Chart.
Twinnie also decided to move to Nashville permanently in 2023, after spending several years travelling back and forth between the UK and the US. She said that Nashville felt like home to her, and that she wanted to be closer to the country music community and culture. She also said that she wanted to continue working on her music collective I KNOW A WOMAN, which had grown to include more than 50 female artists and songwriters from around the world. Twinnie said that she hoped to inspire more women to pursue their dreams and to support each other in the music industry.
Twinnie is a pop-country star with a heart of gold, who has been making waves in the music scene with her catchy tunes and honest lyrics. She has released a successful debut album, Hollywood Gypsy, and a powerful new EP, Welcome to the Club, which delivers a crucial message of inclusivity, self-love, self-confidence and acceptance for all. She has also founded a global music collective, I KNOW A WOMAN, whose primary mission is to standardise mental health therapy across the music industry. She has also shared her personal experience of grief and loss in her latest single, The Way I Loved You.
As she sings in her song Welcome to the Club:
We’re all human / Just doing, doing what we’re doing / Some days are down and some days are up, we all need a little love / So welcome to the club
Twinnie is an artist who is not afraid to be herself and to share her stories with the world. She is an inspiration and a role model for many people who struggle with their identity and mental health. She is also a talented and charismatic performer who has captivated audiences across the globe. Twinnie is a pop-country star with a heart of gold, and we can’t wait to see what she does next.
Twinnie Official Playlist
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