Bonnie Tyler

Gaynor Sullivan (born June 8, 1951 in Neath, Wales), known professionally as Bonnie Tyler. She is a Welsh singer who is known for her distinctive husky voice. She gained prominence with the release of her 1977 album “The World Starts Tonight”.

The album featured hit singles like “Lost in France” and “More Than a Lover”. Her single “It’s a Heartache” reached number four on the UK Singles Chart and number three on the US Billboard Hot 100.

In the 1980s, delved into rock music, collaborating with songwriter and producer Jim Steinman.
Steinman penned Tyler’s biggest hit, “Total Eclipse of the Heart”, which became an iconic anthem. It was the lead single from her 1983 UK chart-topping album “Faster Than the Speed of Night”.
Another Steinman creation, “Holding Out for a Hero”, also contributed to her success during this period.
During the 1990s, Tyler found success in mainland Europe, particularly with the help of Dieter Bohlen. He wrote and produced her hit “Bitterblue”. ”I Put a Spell on You” by ” Bonnie Tyler ” of the album “All in One Voice” released in 1998 written by Screamin’ Jay Hawkins and was first recorded and released by Screamin’ Jay Hawkins – Orch.

In 2003, Tyler collaborated with singer Kareen Antonn to re-record “Total Eclipse of the Heart” as a bilingual duet titled “Si demain… (Turn Around)”, which topped the French charts. ”Rocks and Honey” was released in 2013 and features the single “Believe in Me“, which she performed representing the United Kingdom at the Eurovision Song Contest 2013 in Malmo, Sweden. After reuniting with the producer David Mackay, she released ”Between the Earth and the Stars” (2019) and ”The Best Is Yet to Come” (2021).

Tyler’s contributions to music have earned her three Grammy Award nominations and three Brit Award nominations (including twice for British Female Solo Artist). In 2022, she was awarded an MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) in the Queen’s Birthday Honours for her services to music. Bonnie Tyler’s unique voice and timeless hits continue to resonate with audiences worldwide.