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In the MAGDALENE show, FKA twigs suspends the ordinary world; she has no need for it. Instead, she seduces us into a new one that’s enriched and enchanted and completely her own. Echoes of the past meet the future, emotion is power, desire is a force. MAGDALENE weaves a tapestry of sound, performance, costume, pole dancing, Wushu, set design and lighting. Inspired by the revolutionary 19th century concept of ‘Gesamtkunstwerk,’ or ‘total work of art,’ it is a complete experience. FKA twigs summons all that she has - technical mastery, creative brilliance and physical endurance - to transport her audience into a new artistic realm.

FKA twigs launched her MAGDALENE world tour with two sold-out nights each at LA’s Palace Theatre and NYC’s Park Avenue Armory, continuing on to play headlining shows in Berlin, London, and Sydney, and performing at Primavera Sound, We Love Green Festival, and Afropunk. With these groundbreaking performances, FKA twigs solidified herself as one of the most creative and experimental artists, performers, and directors of her generation, with Billboard raving, “the show was complete with gravity-defying pole dancing, swords, intricate costumes and oozing theatricality,” and Rolling Stone observing, “it’s difficult for a larger-than-life performer to make themselves appear like an apparition – especially one whose lyrics are so corporeal – but in that moment twigs looked wholly otherworldly.” Throughout these shows, FKA twigs played never-before-heard music from her highly-anticipated forthcoming second album, and Consequence of Sound exclaimed, “FKA twigs is back and it’s beautiful.”

FKA twigs offered the first taste of her new album with the hauntingly beautiful “Cellophane.” The track was met with widespread critical acclaim, with The New York Times highlighting it on The Playlist, and outlets from NPR, Time, and Billboard, to GQ, Esquire, and Complex featuring it as one of 2019’s best new songs. NPR declared, “FKA twigs didn't just launch a sound, but a way of moving through it,” and Stereogum pronounced, “its starkness is a grand gesture all its own.” The single’s music video, starring FKA twigs in an intricate pole routine she trained for months for, is a striking visual contrast to the vulnerability of the song’s lyrics. PAPER proclaims the video a “gorgeous piece of cinema, as well as physical poetry,” and Vulture asserts, “with ‘Cellophane,’ FKA twigs treads into more dangerous territory: performing as an unvarnished human.”

FKA twigs

FKA twigs is a visionary singer, composer, and actress who has redefined the boundaries of pop, R&B, and electronic music.

Known for her ethereal vocals, intricate choreography, and avant-garde visuals, she creates immersive artistic experiences that captivate audiences worldwide. From her critically acclaimed mixtapes to her groundbreaking studio albums, FKA twigs has established herself as a fearless innovator and one of the most compelling performers of her generation.

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FKA twigs’s Background

Born Tahliah Debrett Barnett in Gloucestershire, England, FKA twigs began her career as a backup dancer in London, appearing in music videos for prominent artists.1

Driven to create her own sound, she self-released her debut EP, EP1, in 2012, quickly gaining attention for her unique style. Her follow-up, EP2, and its lead single Water Me brought her widespread critical acclaim, cementing her arrival as a powerful new voice in music.2 This early success set the stage for a career defined by artistic integrity and constant evolution.

FKA twigs’s Awards

FKA twigs’s innovative work has earned her significant recognition from both critics and industry bodies alike. Her ability to merge music, dance, and visual art has resulted in numerous nominations and prestigious honors throughout her career.

  • AIM Independent Music Award (2015): She won for Independent Track of the Year in 2015 for Two Weeks, a nod that recognized her rapid ascent and impact on the independent music scene following her early EPs.3
  • NME Award (2020): In 2020, she took home the NME award for Best British Solo Act and also performed her deeply personal track Cellophane, which was celebrated for its raw emotional power and stunning one-take music video.4
  • Webby Award (2018): FKA twigs took home the Webby Special Achievement Award at the 22nd Annual Webby Awards, an honor celebrating her incredible artistic direction and achievement.5

FKA twigs’s Biggest Hits

FKA twigs has built a discography celebrated for its artistic depth and genre-bending innovation. Her projects are known for their emotional vulnerability and experimental production, resonating deeply with fans and critics.

  • LP1 (2014): Her stunning debut album was nominated for the Mercury Prize and featured standout tracks like Two Weeks and Pendulum. It established her signature sound and earned a spot on countless year-end best-of lists.6
  • Magdalene (2019): This masterpiece was hailed as one of the best albums of the year. A raw and powerful exploration of heartbreak and recovery, it features the acclaimed single Cellophane.2
  • Caprisongs (2022): This mixtape showed a more playful and collaborative side of her artistry. The project was embraced for its vibrant energy and features hits like Tears in the Club.2

See FKA twigs Live

A performance by FKA twigs is a true piece of performance art. Known for her breathtaking choreography, theatrical stage designs, and mesmerizing vocal delivery, her live shows are an immersive sensory experience. She commands the stage with a unique blend of vulnerability and strength that leaves a lasting impression.

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Sources
  1. FKA twigs Biography - IMDb
  2. FKA twigs Discography - Spotify
  3. AIM Independent Music Awards 2015 Winners: FKA Twigs, All Time Low, Flying Lotus & More - Billboard
  4. FKA Twigs wins Best British Solo Act at NME Awards 2020 - NME
  5. FKA twigs - The Webby Awards
  6. 'I'm Not Scared Of Learning': FKA Twigs On Submission And Control - NPR