Freya Ridings is an English singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from London, known for her powerful, soulful voice and emotionally direct songwriting. She first gained widespread attention with “Lost Without You,” which became a UK Top 10 hit, before releasing her self-titled debut album in 2019. The album reached the UK Top 3 and also featured “Castles,” which helped expand her international audience. Ridings’ music blends pop, folk and soul, often centring on love, heartbreak, vulnerability and personal reflection. Her second album, Blood Orange, arrived in 2023, followed by Mother of Pearl in 2026, a record she described as combining themes of love, conflict, renewal and resilience. Alongside her distinctive vocals, she is closely associated with piano-led, intimate performances and dramatic emotional builds.