Hollie Cook

Hollie Cook is a British singer and songwriter known for her lush fusion of reggae, dub, and lovers rock, a sound she lovingly refers to as "tropical pop". Born in 1987 in West London, she was raised in a vibrant musical environment. Her father is Paul Cook, drummer of the Sex Pistols, and her mother, Jeni Cook, was a backing vocalist for Culture Club—both major influences on her artistic path. She first gained attention as a member of the reformed post-punk band The Slits, before launching her solo career in 2011 with a self-titled debut album produced by Prince Fatty. The album’s blend of vintage reggae rhythms and silky, soulful vocals earned critical acclaim and helped revive interest in UK lovers rock. She followed up with Twice (2014), Vessel of Love (2018, produced by Youth), Happy Hour in Dub (2023), and 2025's Shy Girl—which contained the hit Horseman-featuring single "Night Night"—each expanding her sound while staying rooted in deep, echo-laden grooves and romantic storytelling.