For fans of: Chapell Roan, Lily Allen, Lola Young

CMAT is the mysterious stage name of Ciara Mary Alice Thompson. The young Irish singer describes her country-pop songs as an unexpected blend of Dolly Parton, Weird Al Yankovic, and Katy Perry. Thanks to her talent for harmoniously combining clashing themes and moods, she continues to win over more fans. In her home country, this has already earned her two number-one albums, plus nominations for the BRIT Awards, the Ivor Novello Prize, and the Mercury Prize. 

CMAT uses her voice—soft yet powerful—to deliver songs that both move and challenge. Emotional topics like self-destructive behavior are wrapped in humor, theatrical winks, and self-awareness, creating an irresistible whole. Her new album EURO-COUNTRY, released at the end of August, is no exception. It’s a musical balancing act that touches on heavy themes such as capitalism and the dark side of fame in a lighthearted way. 

The viral single Take a Sexy Picture of Me, nicknamed “Woke Macarena” by her fans, for example, addresses the beauty standards women face. With EURO-COUNTRY, CMAT solidifies her place as one of the most important singer-songwriters of her generation.