Anttix | |
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 Anttix | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Antony James Llewellyn |
| Born | 14 August 1989 Bristol, England |
| Genres | Pop |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals |
| Website | www |
Antony James Llewellyn (born 14 August 1989), known by his stage name Anttix, is an English recording artist and songwriter. [1]
In January 2013, released his first mainstream promotional single, "Fame and TV", featuring Gemz with the associated music video released on Vevo. [2] In March 2013, Anttix performed at his first international headline gig in Portugal [3] followed up with a showing at In the Park 2013. [4] He went on to share the stage with British artists The Saturdays, Ed Sheeran, McFly, [5] Rita Ora and Conor Maynard. [6]
The official single, "Tornado", was released on 28 July 2013. The 'Cutmore Remix' of "Tornado" peaked at number 6 of the official UK Club Chart. [7] [8] He also went on a UK school tour to promote "Tornado", also putting an anti-bullying message during his tour in support of the national British charity The Cybersmile Foundation. [9]
On 28 November 2013, he released "Be Alright", an official Anti-Bullying Week single.
Anttix was born and raised in Kingswood, Bristol, [10] the son of Rita and James Llewellyn. [10] He attended Courtney Primary School Kingsfield School, [11] Prior to signing his first music contract, Anttix performed as part of a European youth performing arts group, Kingswood Ten Sing, [11] during his time performing to audiences across Europe. [3]
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