Arlo Parks
British singer-songwriter, Collapsed In Sunbeams
Born
August 9th, 2000
24 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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Started writing poetry and songs at a young age. Gained attention with the debut album, 'Collapsed In Sunbeams', released in 2021. The album received critical acclaim and was awarded the Mercury Prize in 2021. Known for blending genres such as indie, pop, and R&B, with introspective lyrics exploring themes of mental health, identity, and relationships. Tours across the UK and internationally followed the album's release, further solidifying a growing fanbase.
Released debut album 'Collapsed In Sunbeams'
Won the Mercury Prize in 2021
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