The mystery surrounding Lily Oakes as an artist bleeds into her music. Enigmatic, poised and stylish, an extension of her scant online presence and brooding, studied headshots. A composer, producer, musician and of course singer, her work spans many genres as an artist. Lily works from the inside - out, with a feral intensity and haunting honesty that reminds us of what it's like to feel everything. First coming to prominence as co-writer and singer on the theme songs for both Swedish romantic drama Swoon, and the theme tune for Netflix TV series Shadowplay, Oakes has continued to write and record noir-inflected music for film, documentary, TV series and commercials, developing various female artists and fine artists amongst other mediums. Lily Oakes is hailed as one of the decade’s most intriguing musical talents. A musical polymath, she has the rare ability to stir deep, primal emotions, and to craft timeless songs that are classics-in-waiting. Oakes continues to write for a variety of other projects, penning original songs with critically acclaimed composers and in demand as a composer for documentary & film including a 2025 release 'Animal Within' directed by Anthony Dod Mantle. The theme tune for the acclaimed TV series 'Machine', composer for Worldwide Fine art shows for Maupin, Ropac, Pompidou and Frieze and international brands. Lily has produced original music for Max Mara, Nike, Nowness, Pinterest and has modeled for Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana and Burberry to name a few, also featured in many magazines including, Vogue Italia, Re-Edition, Alla Carta, Soma, Something About etc Lily also creatively develops, produces and ghost- writes for up and coming commercial female artists. Previously signed to IMG Talent and ICM as a composer.

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The mystery surrounding Lily Oakes as an artist bleeds into her music. Enigmatic, poised and stylish, an extension of her scant online presence and brooding, studied headshots. A composer, producer, musician and of course singer, her work spans many genres as an artist. Lily works from the inside - out, with a feral intensity and haunting honesty that reminds us of what it's like to feel everything. First coming to prominence as co-writer and singer on the theme songs for both Swedish romantic drama Swoon, and the theme tune for Netflix TV series Shadowplay, Oakes has continued to write and record noir-inflected music for film, documentary, TV series and commercials, developing various female artists and fine artists amongst other mediums. Lily Oakes is hailed as one of the decade’s most intriguing musical talents. A musical polymath, she has the rare ability to stir deep, primal emotions, and to craft timeless songs that are classics-in-waiting. Oakes continues to write for a variety of other projects, penning original songs with critically acclaimed composers and in demand as a composer for documentary & film including a 2025 release 'Animal Within' directed by Anthony Dod Mantle. The theme tune for the acclaimed TV series 'Machine', composer for Worldwide Fine art shows for Maupin, Ropac, Pompidou and Frieze and international brands. Lily has produced original music for Max Mara, Nike, Nowness, Pinterest and has modeled for Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana and Burberry to name a few, also featured in many magazines including, Vogue Italia, Re-Edition, Alla Carta, Soma, Something About etc Lily also creatively develops, produces and ghost- writes for up and coming commercial female artists. Previously signed to IMG Talent and ICM as a composer.

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The mystery surrounding Lily Oakes as an artist bleeds into her music. Enigmatic, poised and stylish, an extension of her scant online presence and brooding, studied headshots.
A composer, producer, musician and of course singer, her work spans many genres as an artist.
Lily works from the inside - out, with a feral intensity and haunting honesty that reminds us of what it’s like to feel everything.
First coming to prominence as co-writer and singer on the theme songs for both Swedish romantic drama Swoon, and the theme tune for Netflix TV series Shadowplay, Oakes has continued to write and record noir-inflected music for film, documentary, TV series and commercials, developing various female artists and fine artists amongst other mediums.
Lily Oakes is hailed as one of the decade’s most intriguing musical talents. A musical polymath, she has the rare ability to stir deep, primal emotions, and to craft timeless songs that are classics-in-waiting.

Oakes continues to write for a variety of other projects, penning original songs with critically acclaimed composers and in demand as a composer for documentary & film including a 2025 release ‘Animal Within’ directed by Anthony Dod Mantle.
The theme tune for the acclaimed TV series ‘Machine’, composer for Worldwide Fine art shows for Maupin, Ropac, Pompidou and Frieze and international brands. Lily has produced original music for Max Mara, Nike, Nowness, Pinterest and has modeled for Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana and Burberry to name a few, also featured in many magazines including, Vogue Italia, Re-Edition, Alla Carta, Soma, Something About etc
Lily also creatively develops, produces and ghost- writes for up and coming commercial female artists.
Previously signed to IMG Talent and ICM as a composer.

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Co-producer at MAMA album (Lily Oakes debut album)
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Co-produced Lily’s debut album ‘MAMA’ with Ian Barter; funded by The British Arts Council; released via iLuvLive and Ditto Music; signed to IMG Talent and ITB; performed at venues (St Pancras Old Church, The Great Escape, KOKO, The Social) and built a London-Paris following; modeled for Burberry campaign.
Co-writer / Producer at Duality (Album) – Glen Ballard's Los Angeles studio
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Co-wrote the 15-track album 'Duality' in 15 days at Glen Ballard's Los Angeles studio.
Composer at Could This Be You? (Agnieszka Lukasiak)
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Composed score for the film Could This Be You?; also scored live runway for Joshua Kane’s Fantasy collection at London Palladium.
Composer at Swoon / Eld & Lägor (Film)
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Collaborated with Nathaniel Méchaly on feature film Swoon/Eld & Lägor; wrote and composed with Randy Kerber.
Composer & Theme Music Composer at The Defeated (Shadowplay) – TV Series
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Composed and performed the main theme for The Defeated (Shadowplay) starring Michael C. Hall.
Singer at Erste Bank – In Our Hands campaign
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Sang 'What a Wonderful World' for Erste Bank’s In Our Hands campaign; Award: German Advertising Award – Best Art Direction.
Model at Smirnoff Campaign & related campaigns (Dolce & Gabbana, Chanel Beauty, COS Denim, NUMERO Berlin – Fendi Special)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Model for Smirnoff Worldwide Campaign and additional campaigns with luxury brands.
Producer / COVID-era Projects at This is Etaf, Suki Emmanuelle, Florrie
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Artistically developed, wrote and produced 3 albums during the COVID era.
Composer / Orchestrator / Performer at La Seine Musicale (Paris) & Pompidou Paris; Fine Art Commissions
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Performed 'Someday' with full orchestra at La Seine Musicale; Composed works for Pompidou Paris, Thaddaeus Ropac, Frieze, Art Basel, Lehmann Maupin and more; received commissions from Nike, Pinterest, NOWNESS, Max Mara; featured in Financial Times and The Guardian as composer.
Composer / Writer / Singer at MACHINE (Arte TV/Mediawan)
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Original theme music for MACHINE (Arte TV/Mediawan); Award: Best French TV Series 2024.
Composer / Actress at Animal Within
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Composer and actress; Oscar-qualified, Cannes/TIFF selection.
Performer at Mississippi Hall of Fame Awards
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Official performer; Duet with Glen Ballard; National coverage by WLOX News.
Singer / Composer / Independent Artist at Self-employed / IMG Talent & ITB
January 1, 2016 - Present
Origin story and development as an independent artist: discovery at 17 by Jack Savoretti, collaboration with The Suppliers, signing to IMG Talent and ITB, and the debut album MAMA with live runs across London and Paris.
Co-writer / Producer at Glen Ballard's Los Angeles Studio
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Co-wrote the 15-track album Duality in 15 days at Glen Ballard's LA studio, introducing Lily to high-profile collaborators.
Film Composer at Agnieszka Lukasiak / Could This Be You?
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Composed the film score for Could This Be You? and scored live runway music for Joshua Kane’s Fantasy collection; collaborated with Nathaniel Méchaly on Swoon/Eld & Lägor; wrote and composed with Randy Kerber.
Composer & Theme Writer at The Defeated (Shadowplay) TV Series
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Composed and performed the main theme for The Defeated (Shadowplay), a global TV project.
Musician / Singer / Songwriter / Producer at Self-Employed / The Suppliers
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Early career developing renditions and forming collaborations; contributed to projects associated with Grammy-winning and Mercury Prize-nominated works through The Suppliers; connected with Kensal Town Studio creative hub.
Co-Producer at iLuvLive / Ditto Music
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Debut album Mama (2016); UK release; signed to IMG Talent and ITB; performed at St Pancras Old Church, The Great Escape Festival, KO KO, The Social, and other venues; grew an audience in London and beyond.
Music Collaboration / Album Producer at Glen Ballard (Los Angeles)
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Introduced by GSA Agency to Glen Ballard; co-wrote a 15-track album 'Duality' in 15 days at his Los Angeles studio; high-profile collaboration with renowned producer.
Composer / Collaborator at Nathaniel Méchaly collaborations
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Award-winning film work with Nathaniel Méchaly on feature projects (Taken, The Grandmaster); contributed to recognized scores; associated with awards including the Guldbagge Award for Best Original Score (2020).
Main Theme Composer & Performer at The Defeated (Shadow Play) – Netflix
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Global campaigns & TV soundtrack; composed and performed the main theme; two tracks on the official soundtrack; collaboration with Nathaniel Méchaly and Randy Kerber; international exposure.
Orchestral Performance / Fine Art Score Composer at Private High Profile Shows / La Seine Music Hall (Paris)
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Performed original orchestral pieces live with full orchestra; co-created scores for fine art settings; performed 'Some Day' live with Nathaniel Méchaly at Paris venues.
Composer / TV Series Theme at MACHINÉ (Arte TV / Mediawan)
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Original theme music for the TV series MACHINÉ; recognized in awards circuit; films and TV projects continuing to garner attention.
Co-producer; Debut Album 'MAMA' at Self-employed / iLuvLive / Ditto Music
January 1, 2016 - Present
Co-produced Lily's debut album 'MAMA' with Ian Barter; released via iLuvLive and Ditto Music; funded by The British Arts Council.
Co-writer / Producer for 'Duality' at Glen Ballard’s Studio / GSA Agency
January 1, 2018 - Present
Co-wrote 15-track album 'Duality' in 15 days at Glen Ballard's Los Angeles studio; introduced by GSA Agency.
Film Composer at Agnieszka LukasiaK / Joshua Kane
January 1, 2019 - Present
Film score for 'Could This Be You?' and live runway score for Joshua Kane’s fantasy collection at London Palladium.
Composer / Feature Film Collaborator at Nathániel Méchaly (Taken; The Grandmaster) / Swoon & Eld & Lägor
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Collaborated on feature film scores with Nathániel Méchaly; awarded Guldbagge Award for Best Original Score (2020).
Composer / Theme Music at Netflix – The Defeated (Shadow Play)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Composed and performed the main theme for Netflix series The Defeated, starring Michael C. Hall.
Model / Actress at Dolce & Gabbana; Burberry; Chanel; COS; No.7 (Beauty) – various campaigns
January 1, 2022 - Present
Modeling and acting work for major fashion brands across campaigns and film.
Producer / Composer for commercial artists at This Is Eta f; Suk i Emmanuelle; Florie
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
COVID-era production work: wrote and produced three albums for commercial artists.
Orchestral Performer / Fine Art Scores
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Orchestral performances and fine art scores for private shows; performed new works with live orchestra.
Composer, Writer, Singer at Arte TV / Mediawan
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Television and film scoring and performance for MACH INE; Best French TV Series 2024 award initiative.
Performer at Glen Ballard
January 1, 2025 - Present
Official performer at Mississippi Hall of Fame Awards 2025; duet with Glen Ballard; national coverage.

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Qualifications

Nathaniel Mechaly Guldbagge Award – Best Original Score
January 1, 2020 - January 23, 2026
German Advertising Award – Best Art Direction
January 1, 2020 - January 23, 2026
Best French TV Series – MACHINE (Arte TV/Mediawan)
January 1, 2024 - January 23, 2026
Oscar-qualified (Animal Within)
January 1, 2024 - January 23, 2026
Guldbagge Award – Best Original Score
January 1, 2020 - February 25, 2026
German Advertising Award – Best Art Direction for 'In Our Hands'
January 1, 2022 - February 25, 2026

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