Claire Elise Boucher, professionally known as Grimes, is a multifaceted Canadian artist born on March 17, 1988, who has made a significant impact on the music industry. Raised in Vancouver, Boucher's early involvement in the underground music scene and her experimentation with music while attending McGill University in Montreal laid the foundation for her future success.
Grimes' journey as a musician began with the release of her studio albums Geidi Primes and Halfaxa through Arbutus Records in 2010. She later signed a secondary recording contract with 4AD in 2011. The release of her third studio album Visions in 2012 marked a significant turning point in her career, with the album and its singles "Genesis" and "Oblivion" receiving widespread critical acclaim. The album was hailed as "one of the most impressive albums of the year so far" by The New York Times, and it received the Juno Award for Electronic Album of the Year.
Grimes' fourth studio album Art Angels, released in 2015, became her highest-charting project in the United States, peaking at number 36. Throughout her career, Grimes' music has been notable for its unique combination of vocal elements and eclectic influences, which span genres such as electronica, pop, hip hop, R&B, experimental, and medieval music. Her innovative approach has earned her numerous accolades, including the Webby Award for Artist of the Year in 2013.
