Who is Alice Merton?

Alice Merton is a German singer-songwriter who has achieved international success with her hit single 'No Roots'. Born Anna-Lena Brüggemann in Frankfurt am Main in 1993, she was raised in Canada, the UK, and Germany, an experience that informed her global perspectives and multicultural sound. After returning to Germany in 2013, Merton began writing and recording music, releasing her first single 'Mint' in 2016. The song was soon followed by the single 'No Roots', which reached number one on the charts in Austria, Germany, Belgium, and Switzerland.

Music Career

Since the success of 'No Roots', Merton has released three studio albums: 2017's 'MINT', 2020's 'Funny Business', and 2021's 'Paper Crown'. She has toured extensively throughout Europe, the United States, Australia, and New Zealand. Merton has collaborated with a variety of artists such as Foster The People, Blackbear, and Felix Jaehn. In 2021 she released the single 'Vertigo' from her upcoming album.

Influences

Merton cites a variety of influences including pop singer Adele and 1980s new wave bands like The Cure. She also draws inspiration from folk music and the sounds of Motown. Her experiences living in different countries are also reflected in her music.

Awards and Nominations

Merton has been recognized for her music with several awards and nominations. In 2017, she won Best International Newcomer at the ECHO Awards, while her song ‘No Roots’ won Best Song at the Swiss Music Awards. In 2019 she was nominated for Best International Female Solo Artist at the Brit Awards.