Hozier

Andrew John Hozier-Byrne (born 17 March 1990), known professionally as Hozier (/ˈhziər/ HOH-zee-ər), is an Irish musician, singer and songwriter. His music primarily draws from folk, soul and blues, often using religious and literary themes and taking political or social justice stances.

Hozier
Hozier performing in September 2015
Background information
Birth nameAndrew John Hozier-Byrne
Born (1990-03-17) 17 March 1990
Newcastle, County Wicklow, Ireland
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Musician
  • singer
  • songwriter
Instrument(s)
  • Vocals
  • guitar
  • piano
Years active2008–present
Labels
Formerly ofAnúna
Websitehozier.com

His debut single, "Take Me to Church" (2013), became a rock radio hit in the U.S., peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100, and has been certified multi-platinum in several countries. His eponymous debut studio album (2014) has been certified 6× platinum in Ireland and multi-platinum in several other countries. His EP Nina Cried Power (2018), which featured the title track as a single, reached number one on the Billboard Adult Alternative Songs chart. His second album, Wasteland, Baby! (2019), debuted atop the Irish Albums Chart and the Billboard 200, and was certified gold in the U.S. His third studio album, Unreal Unearth (2023), was released on Rubyworks Records, and debuted at number one on the Irish and UK charts. In 2024, he released the EP Unheard, which includes the song "Too Sweet".

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