Lydia Képinski
Québécoise indie pop musician
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Lydia Képinski is a Canadian indie pop singer and songwriter from Quebec.[1]
Lydia Képinski | |
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| Background information | |
| Born | June 1, 1994 |
| Origin | Canada |
| Genres | Pop |
| Occupations | Musician, singer-songwriter |
| Years active | 2017–present |
| Website | https://www.lydiakepinski.com/ |
Life
Career
Képinski was the winner of the Francouvertes competition in 2017. Képinski released her debut EP, EP, later that year and received a SOCAN Songwriting Prize nomination in the French division for the song "Apprendre à mentir".[3]
She followed up in 2018 with her debut album Premier juin,[4] which was longlisted for the 2018 Polaris Music Prize.[5]
In 2022 Képinski released her sophomore album Depuis which was also a longlist nominee for the 2022 Polaris Music Prize.[6] She notes that the album thematically explores the start of her music career following the success of Premier juin and adjusting to touring and increased visibility.[7] Drag culture is a major influence on Depuis though Képinski says she does not seek to emulate the style directly out of respect for drag performers.[2] Her first concert performance for Depuis was at South by Southwest.[2]
Discography
Studio albums
- Premier juin (2018)
- Depuis (2022)
Remix Albums
- Premier juin Remix (2019)
Extended Plays
- EP (2016)