Christy (musician)

Christy O'Donnell (born 16 September 1997) is a Scottish musician and actor.[1] He is known for his roles in the films Moon Dogs (2016), Knuckledust (2020), and the series Find Me in Paris (2018–2020). In 2020, he began releasing music under the moniker Christy.

Christy
Born (1997-09-16) 16 September 1997
Glasgow, Scotland
Other namesChristy
Years active2012–present
Musical career
Genres
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • guitar
  • keyboard
Labels
Member ofSupanova

Early life and career

O'Donnell is from Castlemilk on the South Side of Glasgow.[2] He left school at sixteen after struggling with dyslexia and began busking on Sauchiehall Street.[3] He then formed a boy band titled Supanova with his friends Harris Hiscoe and Gregor Coleman.[4][5] They toured Scotland and played at Savifest 2012.[6]

O'Donnell made his acting debut in the 2016 independent film Moon Dogs. He was then cast in the 2018 tween time travel-dance series Find Me in Paris as Henri Duquet, a role he played for all three seasons. A French-German production, the series aired on different channels, including Hulu in the United States and Nickelodeon in the United Kingdom. While filming in Paris, O'Donnell was invited to open for Rufus Wainwright on the French leg of his tour in late 2017.[7] After the end of Find Me in Paris, O'Donnell appeared in Knucklehead. He contributed to the soundtracks of both projects.

In 2020, O'Donnell began releasing singles under the name Christy as well as his debut EP Homegrown with MADE Records. This was followed by further singles and his second EP Somebody Else Instead in 2021. O'Donnell was named One to Watch by Amazon Music that year. O'Donnell then began working with Decca Records to release more singles in 2022 and 2023,[8] as well as an acoustic EP titled Coast to Coast. He was one of 16 Scottish acts to feature at the 2023 Great Escape Festival.[9]

Artistry

O'Donnell grew up listening to Robbie Williams as his teacher would put it on in class.[10] He has cited Ray Charles, John Martyn, and Chet Baker as his musical influences. His music has also been compared to Jeff Buckley, Chris Martin, and Bon Iver,[11] as well as Paolo Nutini and Alabama Shakes.[12]

Discography

Albums and EPs
Title Details
Homegrown Released: 2020

Label: Made Records

Somebody Else Instead Released: 2021

Label: Made Records[13]

Coast to Coast Released: 2023

Label: Decca Records

In Denial Released: TBA

Label: Decca Records

Singles
Year Title Album
2020 "On My Mind"[14] Homegrown
"Remember Me Well"[15]
"Pictures"
"Dancing with Air"
"When We Get Old" —
"When We Get Old" (Home Version) Somebody Else Instead
"This Road" —
2021 "Burned Out"
"Forever" Somebody Else Instead
"A Better Place"[16]
2022 "In Denial" In Denial

Filmography
Year Title Role Notes
2016 Moon Dogs Thor Soundtrack credits
2017 Clique Student Superhero 1 episode
2018–2020 Find Me in Paris Henri Duquet Main role; soundtrack credits[17]
2020 Knucklehead Private Bench Soundtrack credits[18]
2021 Annika Danny Hendry 1 episode

References
  1. "Christy O'Donnell - Artist Live Performances". Sofar Sounds. Retrieved 4 August 2022.
  2. Jenkins, Carla (9 January 2020). "Disney star Christy has swapped Paris for Linn Park in 'Homegrown' EP". Glasgow Times. Retrieved 4 August 2022.
  3. Shukri, Alex (19 June 2023). "A conversation with... Christy". Square One Magazine. Retrieved 6 October 2023.
  4. Phillips, Aimee (2 July 2020). "Interview: Glaswegian singer-songwriter Christy". Euphoria. Retrieved 4 August 2022.
  5. McMonagle, Mickey (23 July 2017). "Young Glasgow actor was down to his last 20p before landing role in Disney blockbuster". Daily Record. Retrieved 4 August 2022.
  6. Smith, Kenny (31 October 2012). "Supanova explode into life in Rutherglen". Daily Record. Retrieved 14 December 2022.
  7. Wilson, Caroline (17 December 2017). "Glasgow singer Christy O'Donnell lands dream gig supporting Rufus Wainwright". Glasgow Times. Retrieved 14 December 2022.
  8. Furniss, Olaf; Mackinnon, Derick (December 2022). "Under the Radar: Christy". The Scotsman. Retrieved 14 December 2022.
  9. "WPGM Reviews: The Great Escape Festival 2023 (In Pictures)". We Plug Good Music. 24 May 2023. Retrieved 6 October 2023.
  10. Chakraborti, Tania (15 September 2020). "Christy Interview: 'follow your instincts and don't let anyone hold you back'". Run That Again. Retrieved 4 August 2022.
  11. "Christy". ILMC. Retrieved 4 August 2022.
  12. "Christy - In Denial". Record of the Day. 11 November 2022. Retrieved 18 November 2022.
  13. "Glasgow's Christy reveals emotive EP, Somebody Else Instead". FMS. 11 June 2021. Retrieved 4 August 2022.
  14. "Introducing the captivating world of Christy O'Donnell". Music Crowns. 24 April 2020. Retrieved 4 August 2022.
  15. Murray, Robin (7 May 2020). "Christy O'Donnell's 'Remember Me Well' Is A "Beautiful Wall Of Sound"". Clash. Retrieved 4 August 2022.
  16. Dega, Vasco (10 May 2021). "CHRISTY Gets Nostalgic on New Song A BETTER PLACE". Fame. Retrieved 4 August 2022.
  17. Hopewell, John (13 July 2017). "'Find Me in Paris' Sets Cast, Directors (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 9 July 2022.
  18. "Christy O'Donnell". Walter Mair. Retrieved 4 August 2022.
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