Theo Lucas
Theo Lucas | |
|---|---|
| Born | Paphos, Cyprus |
| Musical career | |
| Origin | London, United Kingdom[1] |
| Genres | Pop, EDM, Dance[1][2] |
| Occupations | Singer, Songwriter |
| Instruments | Vocals, Piano |
| Years active | 2020–present |
| Labels | Guesstimate Music[3] |
| Website | www |
Theo Lucas (Greek: Θέο Λούκας) is a Cypriot singer, songwriter, vocal producer, performer, dancer and pianist based in London. He released his debut single "Rolling Stone" in 2020,[4] pursuing a solo career after being a songwriter. The track quickly amassed over 123,000 streams and received support from radio stations, including Track of The Week on Riverside Radio and other radio stations spanning London to Cyprus to America.[5] "Rolling Stone" was co-written with UK songwriter Penny Foster, co-writer of Lana Del Rey's National Anthem and Say You Do by Sigala.[4]
Early life and education
[edit]Theo Lucas was born in the coastal city of Paphos, Cyprus.[6] He began vocal, piano, music theory and dance lessons at the age of seven. Lucas then went on to study songwriting and vocals and graduate from the Academy of Contemporary Music in the UK. [7]
Music career
[edit]Lucas released his debut single, "Rolling Stone", in 2020, which received over 123,000 streams on Spotify. He collaborated with songwriter Penny Foster (Lana Del Rey, Sigala) and producer Patch Boshell (Oritsé Williams, Cian Ducrot) for the track. In 2024, Lucas gained recognition for his collaboration with DJ Thaylo on the dance track Not Over, released under the German label Guesstimate.[8] This was followed by "Sunset Martinis", created alongside producer Lorenzo Cosi, which was described by Amelia Vandergast from AnR Factory as the "hedonistically hot EDM anthem of the summer".[1]
Lucas has performed live across London and Brighton, including the opening of Battersea Power Station, Pride in London, Platinum Jubilee of Elizabeth II celebrations and High Commission of Cyprus, London. He also represented Cyprus during Commonwealth Day at Westminster Abbey.[9][10][11][12]
In summer 2024 he performed as a guest at Martha D Lewis and Eve Polycarpou gig at Theatro Technis in the heart of London Borough of Camden.[5] At the same gig, he performed a duet with Peter Polycarpou. He was also one of the opening acts at the CyWine Festival in North London alongside Eleftheria Eleftheriou and Junior Andre, son of Peter Andre.[13]
Style and influences
[edit]Theo Lucas' musical style has been described by AnR Factory as a fusion of electronic dance and pop. They also present Theo as an artist whose “sticky-sweet vocal lines can sugar the pill of any hangover”.[1]
Lucas' 2024 single "Sunset Martinis", which was described as "anthem of the summer" by AnR Factory and WPGM,[10][1] blends progressive house pop with his cultural influences, with lyrics that draw on Cypriot mythology and his queer identity.[14][4]
Lucas lists Kygo, Lorde, and Bruno Mars among his influences, drawing inspiration from their diverse sounds and ability to combine electronic and pop genres.[12][9] In an interview with Cyprus Mail, he also cited Raye and Elton John as some of his music inspirations.[15]
Personal life
[edit]Theo Lucas resides in London and continues to actively collaborate with producers, DJs, and artists across Europe.[1][16]
Discography
[edit]| Title | Year | Album or EP |
|---|---|---|
| "Rolling Stone" | 2020 | Non-album singles |
| "No Man's Land" with rapper Teknik | 2024 | |
| "Sunset Martinis" | 2024 | |
| "Not Over" with DJ Thaylo | 2024 | |
| "Tears" with DJ Zaber | 2025 |
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e f "Theo Lucas shook up progressive house pop with a splash of summer with 'Sunset Martinis'". AnR Factory. 2024. Retrieved 6 December 2024.
- ^ "Theo Lucas debuts with "Rolling Stone"!". Talk About Pop Music. 21 August 2020. Retrieved 6 December 2024.
- ^ "Theo Lucas x DJ Thaylo: Κυκλοφόρησε το απόλυτο hit, "Not Over"". ANT1 Live. 2024. Retrieved 6 December 2024.
- ^ a b c "Theo Lucas debuts with "Rolling Stone"!". Talk About Pop Music. 21 August 2020. Retrieved 6 December 2024.
- ^ a b Amenuvor, Justine. "For The Love of Cyprus – Martha & Eve and Guests Thursday's lineup". Theatro Technis. Retrieved 6 December 2024.
- ^ "Theo Lucas - Biography". Apple Music.
- ^ "Theo Lucas". Apple Music. Apple Inc. Retrieved 13 May 2025.
- ^ "Theo Lucas x DJ Thaylo: Κυκλοφόρησε το απόλυτο hit, "Not Over"" (in Greek). ANT1 Live. 2024. Retrieved 6 December 2024.
- ^ a b "Theo Lucas Artist Profile". Hot Vox. Retrieved 6 December 2024.
- ^ a b Amenuvor, Justine (22 August 2024). "Theo Lucas Drops New Single 'Sunset Martinis' Celebrating Summer And Identity". WPGM. Retrieved 7 December 2024.
- ^ "Cypriot singer-songwriter Theo Lucas performs at the annual Commonwealth Fair". Parikiaki. 20 November 2023. Retrieved 7 December 2024.
- ^ a b "Theo Lucas biography (pg. 26)" (PDF). Parikiaki publication. Retrieved 7 December 2024.
- ^ "London Greek Radio - CyWineFest". LGR.
- ^ "Theo Lucas shook up progressive house pop with a splash of summer with 'Sunset Martinis'". ANR Factory. 2024. Retrieved 6 December 2024.
- ^ "A minute with Theo Lucas Singer-songwriter". Cyprus Mail. 2 June 2023. Retrieved 7 December 2024.
- ^ "Theo Lucas: ο Κύπριος που συγκίνησε τραγουδώντας μπροστά σε 56 χώρες στο Λονδίνο – Έγραψε τραγούδι για το '74 αφιερωμένο στη γιαγιά του (Βίντεο)" (in Greek). Omega Live. 2024. Retrieved 6 December 2024.