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Darin (singer)
Darin Zanyar (born 2 June 1987), known simply as Darin, is a Kurdish-Swedish pop singer and songwriter born in Stockholm. He is one of Sweden's best-selling artists with seven number one albums. Life and career Early life Darin was born in Stockholm to Kurds, Kurdish parents Shwan and Ashti, who are from Iraqi Kurdistan. He grew up in a musical family and began singing at an early age, citing Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder and Whitney Houston as some of his biggest inspirations. He started writing and recording songs at the age of 14 after being discovered by a music producer in school after a performance. 2004–2005: Breakthrough in ''Idol'', "The Anthem" and "Darin" Darin became nationally famous in 2004 when he participated in the Idol 2004 (Sweden), first season of the Idol (Swedish TV series), Swedish Idol at the age of 16. He quickly became one of the favorite contestants in the show and was the only one to receive 78% of the public votes at the semi-final. He ende ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Stockholm
Stockholm () is the Capital city, capital and List of urban areas in Sweden by population, largest city of Sweden as well as the List of urban areas in the Nordic countries, largest urban area in Scandinavia. Approximately 980,000 people live in the Stockholm Municipality, municipality, with 1.6 million in the Stockholm urban area, urban area, and 2.4 million in the Metropolitan Stockholm, metropolitan area. The city stretches across fourteen islands where Mälaren, Lake Mälaren flows into the Baltic Sea. Outside the city to the east, and along the coast, is the island chain of the Stockholm archipelago. The area has been settled since the Stone Age, in the 6th millennium BC, and was founded as a city in 1252 by Swedish statesman Birger Jarl. It is also the county seat of Stockholm County. For several hundred years, Stockholm was the capital of Finland as well (), which then was a part of Sweden. The population of the municipality of Stockholm is expected to reach o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
IFPI
The International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) is the organisation that represents the interests of the recording industry worldwide. It is a non-profit members' organisation registered in Switzerland and founded in Italy in 1933 by Francesco Braga. It operates a secretariat based in London, with regional offices in Brussels, Hong Kong, Miami, Abu Dhabi, Singapore and Nairobi. Function IFPI's mission is to promote the value of recorded music, campaign for record producer rights, and expand the commercial uses of recorded music. Its services to members include a legal policy programme, litigation, content protection, sales reporting for the recorded music market, insight and analysis and work in the areas of performance rights, technology and trade. Structure IFPI is governed by its Main Board, a group including representatives from across the organisation's members (including major and independent record labels), representatives from certain IFPI National Grou ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Flashback (Darin Album)
''Flashback'' is the fourth studio album by Swedish singer Darin. It was released on 3 December 2008 in Sweden and became Darin's fourth top 10 album. Background In mid-2007, Darin went into the studio to start work on his 4th studio album with producers such as Johan Bobäck and RedOne. Darin enlisted the help of American singer Kat DeLuna for the lead single "Breathing Your Love "Breathing Your Love" is a song by the Swedish singer Darin featuring vocals by American singer Kat DeLuna and the first single from Darin's fourth studio album, '' Flashback''. The song is co-written by Darin with RedOne, Bilal Hajji and Novel ..." which was produced by RedOne. The single was released in October 2008 and charted at number 2 on the Swedish singles chart. Track listing Notes * signifies co-producer(s) * signifies additional producer(s) * signifies remix producer(s) Charts Release history References {{DEFAULTSORT:Flashback (Darin Album) 2008 albums Albums produced by ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Insanity (song)
"Insanity" is a song written by Peter Mansson, Patric Sarin, Darin Zanyar and recorded by Swedish singer Darin. It was released as the fourth single from Darin's third studio record ''Break the News ''Break the News'' is the third studio album by Swedish singer Darin. It was released on 22 November 2006 in Sweden. The album reached the top of the Swedish Album Charts. Four singles were released from the album in Sweden with an additional ...'', though it was the first release from the album in Germany and other selected European countries. Formats and track listings Enhanced CD Maxi single: #"Insanity" — 3:45 #"Insanity" (The Attic House Mix) — 7:23 #"Insanity" (Instrumental) — 3:46 #"The Anthem" — 3.01 #"Insanity" (Video) — 3:45 #"Insanity" (Video "making of") — 4:44 Charts "Insanity" debuted in Germany at number 47. It spent eight weeks on the chart and peaked at number 20 in its ninth week. References 2007 singles Darin (singer) songs Electropo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Switzerland
). Swiss law does not designate a ''capital'' as such, but the federal parliament and government are installed in Bern, while other federal institutions, such as the federal courts, are in other cities (Bellinzona, Lausanne, Luzern, Neuchâtel, St. Gallen a.o.). , coordinates = , largest_city = Zürich , official_languages = , englishmotto = "One for all, all for one" , religion_year = 2020 , religion_ref = , religion = , demonym = , german: Schweizer/Schweizerin, french: Suisse/Suissesse, it, svizzero/svizzera or , rm, Svizzer/Svizra , government_type = Federalism, Federal assembly-independent Directorial system, directorial republic with elements of a direct democracy , leader_title1 = Federal Council (Switzerland), Federal Council , leader_name1 = , leader_title2 = , leader_name2 = Walter Thurnherr , legislature = Fe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Darin Zanyar (2)
Darin Zanyar (born 2 June 1987), known simply as Darin, is a Kurdish-Swedish pop singer and songwriter born in Stockholm. He is one of Sweden's best-selling artists with seven number one albums. Life and career Early life Darin was born in Stockholm to Kurdish parents Shwan and Ashti, who are from Iraqi Kurdistan. He grew up in a musical family and began singing at an early age, citing Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder and Whitney Houston as some of his biggest inspirations. He started writing and recording songs at the age of 14 after being discovered by a music producer in school after a performance. 2004–2005: Breakthrough in ''Idol'', "The Anthem" and "Darin" Darin became nationally famous in 2004 when he participated in the first season of the Swedish Idol at the age of 16. He quickly became one of the favorite contestants in the show and was the only one to receive 78% of the public votes at the semi-final. He ended up as the runner-up and was signed by SonyBMG the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Break The News
''Break the News'' is the third studio album by Swedish singer Darin. It was released on 22 November 2006 in Sweden. The album reached the top of the Swedish Album Charts. Four singles were released from the album in Sweden with an additional track charting from promotion. This is the first Darin album to be released internationally, being released in Germany on 28 September 2007 with an altered track listing. Darin promoted the album with a 10 cities tour from 25 November until 16 December 2006. Large billboard posters were placed around Swedish cities Stockholm, Göteborg and Malmö. Darin promoted the album in Germany included performances on ''Popstars'', where he sang "Desire", and on '' The Dome'' where he sang "Insanity". The album was supported by ''The Pure Desire Tour'' in 2007. History In Sweden, the album was promoted with two official singles, " Perfect" and "Everything But the Girl". The third single, "Desire",was released as a download only single in May 2007. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tour2005darin
Tour or Tours may refer to: Travel * Tourism, travel for pleasure * Tour of duty, a period of time spent in military service * Campus tour, a journey through a college or university's campus * Guided tour, a journey through a location, directed by a guide * Walking tour, a visit of a historical or cultural site undertaken on foot Entertainment * Concert tour, a series of concerts by an artist or group of artists in different locations * Touring theatre, independent theatre that travels to different venues Sports * Professional golf tours, otherwise unconnected professional golf tournaments * Tennis tour, tennis played in tournament format at a series of venues * Events in various sports named the Pro Tour (other) * Tour de France ('), the world's biggest bicycle race Places * Tour-de-Faure, Lot, France * Tour-en-Bessin, Calvados, France * Tour-en-Sologne, Loir-et-Cher, France * Tours, Indre-et-Loire, France * Tours-en-Savoie, Savoie, France * Tours-en-Vimeu, Somme, Fra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Want Ya!
"Want Ya!" is a song by Swedish singer Darin. The single was released both physically and digitally on 21 January 2006 as the third and final single from Darin's second studio album, '' Darin''. Music video The video for "Want Ya" stars the same actress who featured in the video for previous single Who's That Girl, Darin is seen talking to her as the video starts. There are several scenes in the video that are set in a locker room and a parking lot in which Darin is seen running with a gang. Throughout the video Darin can be seen singing whilst stood before a big wheel with the lyrics to the song written in Graffiti around it. In the middle of the video there is a "dance-off" between Darin and his gang and another group which continues until the end of the video. The video is produced and directed by Mikedalica and Harakiri and is featured on the DVD Tour Videos Interview. Track listing CD Single: Columbia 82876 78790 2 (Sony BMG) / EAN 0828767879024 # "Want Ya!" 03:52 (''George ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Step Up (Darin Song)
"Step Up" is a song by Swedish singer Darin, released in September 2005 as the lead single from his second album, '' Darin''. The song was co-written by Darin with RedOne and Bilal Hajji and debuted at number one. Music video The video has a very R&B theme to it featuring Darin singing through a broken window in front of green strobe lights similar to that of Yeah! by U.S. singer Usher. Darin is seen with his dancers performing in front of a wall of graffiti in a basement style setting where there also is a crowded party, with Darin being seen dancing in the crowd. In the video there is a wall with a picture of Darin painted on it, in front of which he is seen singing. The video is produced and directed by Mikedalica and Harakiri, and is featured on the DVD Tour Videos Interview. Track listing # "Step Up" -3:07 # "Step Up" (Instrumental) -3:07 Charts Weekly charts Year-end charts Certifications Notes "Step Up" was heard playing in a club in episode 5 of the third ser ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
RedOne
Nadir Khayat ( ar, نادر الخياط; born 9 April 1972), better known by his stage name RedOne, is a Moroccan singer, songwriter, record producer and record executive. As a record producer and songwriter, he has worked with many high-profile recording artists, most notably Ava Max, Lady Gaga, Akon, Michael Jackson, RBD, Now United, U2, Nicki Minaj, Jennifer Lopez, Nicole Scherzinger, Gru, Cross Gene, Mika (singer), MIKA, Pitbull (rapper), Pitbull, Enrique Iglesias, Shakira, Wyclef Jean, Mariah Carey, Paulina Rubio, Mylène Farmer, Mohombi, Inna, Khaled (musician), Khaled, Alexandra Burke, Austin Mahone, Davido, Trinidad Cardona, One Direction, Marc Anthony, the Band Perry, Prince Royce, Rod Stewart, Usher (musician), Usher and Saad Lamjarred, among many others. RedOne production discography, His production discography boasts many ''Billboard (magazine), Billboard'' and international hits. RedOne has established his own record label named RedOne Records. RedOne has been nom ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Finland
Finland ( fi, Suomi ; sv, Finland ), officially the Republic of Finland (; ), is a Nordic country in Northern Europe. It shares land borders with Sweden to the northwest, Norway to the north, and Russia to the east, with the Gulf of Bothnia to the west and the Gulf of Finland across Estonia to the south. Finland covers an area of with a population of 5.6 million. Helsinki is the capital and largest city, forming a larger metropolitan area with the neighbouring cities of Espoo, Kauniainen, and Vantaa. The vast majority of the population are ethnic Finns. Finnish, alongside Swedish, are the official languages. Swedish is the native language of 5.2% of the population. Finland's climate varies from humid continental in the south to the boreal in the north. The land cover is primarily a boreal forest biome, with more than 180,000 recorded lakes. Finland was first inhabited around 9000 BC after the Last Glacial Period. The Stone Age introduced several differ ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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