Orville Peck

Orville Peck, a South African country musician based in Canada, has presented a unique persona to the music world, with his distinctive fringed mask and refusal to publicly disclose his face. His debut album, "Pony," was released in 2019, swiftly followed by the EP "Show Pony." His second full-length offering, "Bronco," came out in 2022, and his most recent album, "Stampede," was released in 2024. Peck showcased his musical prowess with live performances of "Dead of Night" and "Take You Back" on CBC Radio One's Q, and a rendition of "Dead of Night" on "Jimmy Kimmel Live."

Peck's versatility extends beyond his original work. His cover of "Smalltown Boy" for Spotify's 2020 Pride edition highlighted his ability to reinterpret existing pieces. He also reimagined Lady Gaga's iconic song "Born This Way" in a country style for its tenth anniversary. Collaborations have been a part of Peck's journey, too, as seen in his contribution to Trixie Mattel's EP, "Full Coverage, Vol. 1," on the track "Jackson." These endeavors have helped him establish a strong presence in the music industry.

Beyond his musical contributions, Peck has also made his mark on television. He served as a guest judge on MTV's "RuPaul's Drag Race" and coached on My Kind of Country. His efforts and talent have not gone unnoticed – he has been nominated for numerous awards, including the Polaris Music Prize, Juno Awards, Libera Awards, GLAAD Media Awards, and Queerty Awards. His most notable accolade is the Tom of Finland Foundation Cultural Icon Award. His influence extends to various chart performances and features in prominent publications like NME, GQ Australia, The Fader, Variety, and more.