Troye Sivan Performs With Charli XCX at Austin City Limits

British pop star Charli XCX headlined the opening night of the Austin City Limits festival at Zilker Park on Friday, October 2, Stereogum reported. During her headlining set, she brought out Australian singer Troye Sivan as a surprise guest. Stereogum reported that Sivan joined her on stage to perform two songs from his upcoming album. [1]

Before the performance, the Austin American-Statesman reported that Charli XCX had hinted at a surprise for her festival set. Stereogum reported that the appearance follows the two artists co-headlining The Sweat Tour last year. Sivan is preparing to release his new album, titled She's The Best, next week, according to Stereogum. [1][2]

Troye Sivan Mellet is an Australian singer-songwriter and actor who initially gained popularity as a singer on YouTube and in Australian talent competitions. He signed with EMI Australia in 2013. Sivan earned early recognition for his extended plays TRXYE in 2014 and Wild in 2015. The extended play TRXYE peaked at number five on the US Billboard 200 chart, while his debut single Happy Little Pill reached the top 10 on Australian music charts. As of 2024, Sivan has sold 10 million albums worldwide. [3]