11 Facts About Allie X

Allie X began her career as an indie pop artist in Toronto in the mid-2000s, playing with local bands and recording several albums.

Allie X has since released the extended plays CollXtion I and Super Sunset, and the studio albums CollXtion II, Cape God, and Girl with No Face.

Allie X attended the Etobicoke School of the Arts, then studied classical piano and voice at the Interlochen Arts Academy in Michigan, and graduated from Sheridan College's Musical Theatre Performance program, and studied musical theatre.

Allie X performed "My Favourite Things" from The Sound of Music and "It's Oh So Quiet" by Bjork but was eliminated from the show after two weeks.

Allie X began recording for her debut studio album in 2009, collaborating with Dave Newfeld of Broken Social Scene, Leon Taheny, and Adam King of Run With Kittens.

Allie X's acting credits during this time include Canadian movies and television programmes, including The Boys in the Photograph, King, Being Erica, and Instant Star; her music was featured in Rookie Blue, Saving Hope, and Love Me.

Allie X had not been satisfied with her sound and spent time learning about sound design and production.

Allie X adopted the stage name Allie X and began working with producers Cirkut and Billboard, whom she had met during her time in Los Angeles.

In early 2014, Hughes released her debut single under the Allie X name, titled "Catch".

Allie X supported Troye Sivan on his 2016 tour's North American leg.

Allie X performed in the 2021 virtual edition of Pride Toronto.