Anohni

Anohni is a British-born singer, songwriter, and visual artist, recognized for her transformative solo work and as the lead singer of Anohni and the Johnsons, known for poignant music and advocacy. After earning the prestigious UK Mercury Prize for her critically acclaimed second album, ‘I Am a Bird Now’ in 2005, Anohni went on to define a career marked by transformative artistry and impactful advocacy. A graduate of New York University’s Experimental Theater Wing in 1990, Anohni co-founded the performance collective Blacklips Performance Cult in 1992 with Johanna Constantine, establishing her presence in New York City’s vibrant after-hours scene. Her musical career formally launched in 1995 with the founding of the experimental theater group The Johnsons, named in honor of activist Marsha P.

Johnson. By 1997, she began performing as Antony and the Johnsons in New York City, leading to the release of their self-titled debut album in 2000. This was followed by the EP ‘I Fell in Love with a Dead Boy’ in 2001, building anticipation for her breakout album. Following the widespread critical acclaim and commercial success of ‘I Am a Bird Now’, Anohni and the Johnsons embarked on extensive tours across North America, Europe, Australia, and South America.

In 2024, Anohni and the Johnsons embarked on a critically acclaimed tour across Europe and North America, delivering powerful and vital performances. The same year, Anohni presented a series of concerts celebrating the songs of Lou Reed. Looking ahead to 2025, she is scheduled to present ‘Mourning the Great Barrier Reef’ at prestigious venues including the Sydney Opera House, Primavera Sound, and Glastonbury, further extending her artistic and environmental advocacy globally.