Marina Lambrini Diamandis, known professionally as Marina, and formerly by the stage name Marina and the Diamonds, is a Welsh singer-songwriter. Born on 10th October 1985 in Brynmawr, Wales, she has captivated audiences with her distinctive voice and eclectic style, blending pop with indie and electropop influences. Marina emerged on the music scene in 2009, gaining recognition with her debut album "The Family Jewels," featuring the hit single "Hollywood." Her second studio album, "Electra Heart," released in 2012, showcased a more electronic sound and debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart. In recent years, Marina has continued to evolve her sound, releasing acclaimed albums such as "FROOT" in 2015 and "Ancient Dreams in a Modern Land" in 2021. She has been recognised with numerous nominations and awards throughout her career, including nominations for the BRIT Awards.