XTIE
Cristie Lam, known professionally as XTIE, is a Hong Kong record producer, singer, and songwriter. Her musical style incorporates dance-pop, electronic music, House, Drum & Bass, and UK Garage.
Life and career
Early life and education
XTIE was born and raised in Hong Kong. She learned to play the piano and synthesizers, and participated in musical theatre.2020–2024: Career beginnings
XTIE began her career in music production, working on projects including the theme song for the ViuTV television program King Maker IV. She has collaborated with Hong Kong artists such as Janice Vidal and Alfred Hui.She debuted as a solo artist in 2020 with the single "Flower Town." She subsequently released several singles, including "Virgo." In 2023, XTIE released her debut EP, APOLLO-23, which included the singles "Spaceship," "Skin," and "Field of Gold." The track "Skin" was featured in the Recording Academy’s Press Play series; she was the first artist from Hong Kong to appear in the series. She performed at the FOCUS Wales festival in 2023.
In 2024, XTIE released the single “Lost in Between” in collaboration with Finnish songwriter and musician Anniina Timonen. It was described as addressing themes such as imposter syndrome and the experiences of under-represented artists in the music industry. The collaboration began after the two artists first met at a K-pop songwriting camp in 2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic, initially working together remotely before later meeting in person in Seoul to film the song's music video.
2025–Present
In August 2025, her single "Rocket Science" was included on the Spotify editorial playlist It’s a Hit!. At the same year, XTIE released 852+, a single exploring the complex emotions of migration across Third Culture Kids and the wider diaspora.Artistry
Her work spans genres including dance-pop, House, Drum & Bass, and UK Garage. Her track "STAR POTENTIAL" combines UK Garage with elements of Cantonese folk melodies.Personal life
XTIE has eczema. She has stated that the condition influenced her perspective on body image and served as inspiration for her 2023 single "Skin."Discography
As lead artist
Extended plays
APOLLO-23| Album | Details | |
| APOLLO-23 |
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| Xmas Night Shift |
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Singles
- "Flower Town"
- "Virgo"
- "Spaceship"
- "Skin"
- "Field of Gold "
- "New Classic"
- "Lost in Between"
- "Crying on the Plane"
- "+852"
- "Rocket Science"
- "Star Potential"
- "Anti Gravity"