Sophie Ellis‐Bextor

Sophie Ellis‐Bextor — pop artist from GB.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor, a prominent British pop artist, rose to fame in the 2000s with her dance-pop sound infused with '80s synth and disco influences. Initially…

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popdance poppopnew wave poprockpop rockelectronicdisco houseeuropeaneuropop

Influential: 65.80% Fanbase: 59.18% Trending: 69.10%

As of: 2025-09-07

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Score: DMDB 65.80% | Fanbase 59.18% | Trending 69.10% | CAREER STAGE: MAINSTREAM

Biography

Sophie Ellis-Bextor, a prominent British pop artist, rose to fame in the 2000s with her dance-pop sound infused with '80s synth and disco influences. Initially known for her work with the band theaudience, she achieved chart-topping success with hits like "Murder on the Dancefloor" from her debut album Read My Lips in 2001. Over the years, she continued to be a chart favorite in the U.K. and Europe, exploring different musical styles through collaborations with artists like Ed Harcourt on albums such as Wanderlust and Familia.

Born in London in 1979 to a creative family, Ellis-Bextor's musical journey began with the band theaudience before she ventured into a successful solo career. Her collaborations with producer Spiller and subsequent solo hits like "Take Me Home" and "Murder on the Dancefloor" solidified her status as a pop diva. Throughout her career, she has evolved her sound, incorporating elements of folk and orchestral pop, as seen in her collaborative works with Ed Harcourt on albums like Wanderlust and Hana, showcasing her versatility as an artist.