Who is Alannah Myles? Everything You Need to Know

Quick Facts

Canadian Celebrities Born In December

Also Known As: Alannah Byles

Age: 65 Years, 65 Year Old Females

Family:

father: William Douglas Byles

Actresses Musicians

Height: 6'1" (185 cm), 6'1" Females

City: Toronto, Canada

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What is Alannah Myles known for?

Alannah Myles is known for her hit song "Black Velvet," which was a huge success in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
2

Has Alannah Myles released any albums after her initial success?

Yes, Alannah Myles has released several albums after her initial success, including "Rockinghorse" and "A Rival."
3

What genre of music does Alannah Myles primarily sing?

Alannah Myles is primarily known for singing rock music, with a bluesy edge to her style.
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Has Alannah Myles collaborated with other artists in the music industry?

Yes, Alannah Myles has collaborated with various artists over the years, including David Tyson, Christopher Ward, and Nancy Simmonds.
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Are there any interesting facts about Alannah Myles' career that fans may not know?

One interesting fact about Alannah Myles is that she holds the record for the longest-running #1 single on the Billboard Hot 100 chart by a Canadian female artist with "Black Velvet."

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Childhood & Early Life

This renowned singer was born to William Douglas Byles, a popular name in the Canadian broadcasting industry, on 25th December 1949, in Toronto. She was originally named Alannah Byles.

Myles was exposed to world music at a young age since she frequently listened to the songs which were aired on FM radio stations. This inspired her to write songs at the tender age of nine. Two years later, she started playing the guitar.

While she was hardly twelve years old, Alannah actively participated in the ‘Kiwanis Music Festival’, by becoming a member of the festival’s song writing group.

During her early teens, she started performing at various events in Southern Ontario, most of which were solo gigs. Her talent grabbed the attention of famous Canadian musician Christopher Ward. Alannah and Christopher, together, formed their own band, through which they played cover versions of rock and blue songs.

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Career

The duo continued performing together for a few more years, which helped Myles turn into a more seasoned musician. While she was in her mid-twenties, this aspiring singer, along with collaborator Christopher approached well-known music producer David Tyson to fund her first music album.

Apart from music, Myles even experimented with television. She appeared in one of the episodes of the then famous television show ‘The Kids of Degrassi Street’, which was aired in 1984.

Alannah’s songs such as ‘Who Loves You’ and ‘Just One Kiss’ which she had recorded in her early twenties grabbed the attention of Bob Reper, the director of the ‘Artists and Repertoire’ department of the record label ‘Warner Music Canada’. Bob sent these songs to the US division of ‘Warner Music’.

After a brief stint with acting, Myles collaborated with music producers Christopher Ward and David Tyson to complete her album. The year 1989 finally saw the release of her first album titled ‘Alannah Myles’. Songs from the album such as ‘Still Got This Thing’, ‘Love Is’, and ‘Black Velvet’ created waves amongst music lovers, and went on to rule the music charts.

In 1992, this talented singer released her second album, named ‘Rockinghorse’. This album was issued by the famous label ‘Atlantic Records’, and was well-known for its singles ‘Our World, Our Times’, ‘Sonny Say You Will’, and ‘Song Instead Of A Kiss’. The album was even nominated for a prestigious award.

The album ‘A-lan-nah’, which released in 1995, was the singer’s last collaboration with the label ‘Atlantic Records’. The songs ‘Family Secret’ and ‘Blow wind, Blow’ from the album were appreciated by many.

Two years later she joined hands with ‘Ark 21’, a music record label based out of Los Angeles. Her first album with this record label was ‘A Rival’. The album was well-known for its song ‘Bad 4 You’, which went on to become a chartbuster. Alannah collaborated with her contemporaries, Eric Brazilian and Desmond Child for this hit song.

In 2005, she performed at the Swedish musical event ‘Melodifestivalen’, along with the members of the rock band ‘Kee Marcello's K2’. The song ‘We Got it All’ for which they performed, became the centre of attention of the local media.

After a four year hiatus, Alannah bounced back in the music scene with her fifth album, titled ‘Black Velvet’, which was released by the indie label ‘Linus Entertainment’. The CDs were released almost two decades after it surfaced on radio channels.

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This persistent and talented musicain completed 25 years in the music industry, in 2013. The celebration was marked by the release of the album ‘85bpm’.

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Major Works

Although Alannah has many songs to her credit in a career spanning 25 years, the album ‘Black Velvet’ is something which has made her immortal. The song ‘Trouble’ from this album was nominated at various music contests. The title track of the album was selected to be performed on the television reality show ‘Cover Me Canada’.

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Awards & Achievements

Myles was awarded the prestigious ‘Grammy Award’ in the ‘Best Female Rock Performance’ category for the song ‘Black Velvet’, in 1991. She also bagged three honours at the ‘Juno Awards’ ceremony for her work in the same album.

The title track of the album ‘Black Velvet’ secured the number one spot in various countdowns. It also was known to be one of the most played songs of the period 1989-90.

Myles was felicitated with the ‘ASCAP Millionaire Award’ in 2000, since her songs were played at least 5 million times in a decade.

She was a winner of the 15th Annual song-writing competition in the ‘Best Song/Alternative Song’ category.

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Personal Life & Legacy

Alannah was born in a rich and influential family. It was rumoured that she was in a relationship with music producer Christopher Ward. However, the affair didn’t last long, and she is said to be single even today.

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Facts About Alannah Myles

Alannah Myles, known for her hit song "Black Velvet," started her career as a backup singer for other artists before pursuing her solo music career.

In addition to her music career, Alannah Myles has also dabbled in acting, appearing in various films and TV shows over the years.

Alannah Myles has a passion for vintage fashion and often incorporates retro styles into her wardrobe, showcasing a unique and eclectic sense of style.

Despite her rockstar image, Alannah Myles is known for her down-to-earth personality and genuine interactions with fans, making her a beloved figure in the music industry.

In interviews, Alannah Myles has shared her love for travel and exploration, citing it as a source of inspiration for her music and creativity.

Alannah Myles Biography

You wanted to know

What is Alannah Myles known for?

Has Alannah Myles released any albums after her initial success?

What genre of music does Alannah Myles primarily sing?

Has Alannah Myles collaborated with other artists in the music industry?

Are there any interesting facts about Alannah Myles' career that fans may not know?