Welsh artist Twst to represent Wales and UK at Osaka Expo

Twst, who grew up in Barry, will join BBC Radio 1 DJ Sian Eleri and perform as part of Selector After Dark, a showcase at the UK pavilion’s village green during the expo’s final weekend, October 11 to 12.

The line-up, curated by Selector Radio, highlights the diversity and innovation of the UK’s music scene.

Twst, real name Chloe Davis, will open both days with live performances of her electronic music, which is influenced by her Welsh upbringing and DIY production roots in South Wales.

She will be joined by Fourth Daughter and Miso Extra.

Speaking en-route to Tokyo, twst said: “I’m so excited to be part of this and to represent Wales in Japan.

“It feels like a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and I’m honoured to be part of it.”

Selector After Dark is part of a broader UK music and tech mission led by the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) and the Department for Business and Trade, with collaboration from Wales Arts International and the British Council as part of the Welsh Government’s Year of Wales in Japan.

This includes the Wales Japan 2025 Cultural Programme, which aims to strengthen ties between Wales and Japan through the arts.

Elena Schmitz, head of arts at British Council Wales, said: “At the British Council, we’re proud to present Selector After Dark, a showcase that brings the UK’s most exciting electronic artists to a global stage.

“Twst’s performance brilliantly highlights Welsh talent and creativity.

“We’re thrilled to support artists like twst and to strengthen the musical connections between Wales and Japan through this unique showcase.”

Carolyn Davidson, commissioner general for the UK at Expo 2025, also said: “We’re proud to partner with the British Council to host this special Selector Radio showcase at the UK Pavilion.

“Our final public event features three rising UK electronic artists, celebrating the innovation and energy driving the UK’s global music influence.

“It is a fitting conclusion to six inspiring months at Osaka Expo, and we thank everyone who has joined us in celebrating the UK’s presence.”