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Leven Kali
Leven Kali is a Dutch singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist, best known for his work on Beyoncé's ''Renaissance'' and Drake's ''More Life''. Born in the Netherlands while his father was on tour, Simon-Seay grew up in Santa Monica, California, and attended University of California, Riverside on a NCAA Division I golf scholarship before moving into music creation. Simon-Seay, alongside Daniel Memmi and Solomon Cole, friends he made through his Crossroads High School music program, joined forces as a production/songwriting team, subsequently co-creating ''Renaissance'' standout "Virgos Groove". Discography Studio albums * ''Low Tide'' (2019) (Interscope Records) * ''HIGHTIDE'' (2020) (Interscope Records) * ''Let It Rain EP'' (2022) https://ratedrnb.com/2022/10/leven-kali-let-it-rain-ep-interview/ Songwriting and production credits Credits are courtesy of Discogs, Tidal, Apple Music, and AllMusic AllMusic (previously known as All Music Guide and AMG) i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Netherlands
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NCT 127
NCT 127 () is the first fixed and second overall sub-unit of the South Korean boy band NCT, formed and managed by SM Entertainment. The current lineup consists of nine active members: Taeil, Johnny, Taeyong, Yuta, Doyoung, Jaehyun, Jungwoo, Mark, and Haechan. NCT 127 are known for their experimental hip hop and R&B-based music and energetic choreographies. After debuting in 2016, they broke into the domestic mainstream in 2017 with "Cherry Bomb", now recognized as one of their signature songs, and received greater international attention following the release of " Kick It" in 2020. NCT 127 have released four studio albums, three of which were reissued, and four extended plays in the Korean language thus far. They have also ventured into the Japanese music scene with the release of a Japanese version of their second single "Limitless", an EP, and a studio album. NCT 127 released their first single "Fire Truck" on July 7, 2016, with an original lineup of seven members: Taei ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Snoh Aalegra
Snoh Sheri Nowrozi (born Shahrzad Fooladi, 13 September 1987), better known by her stage name, Snoh Aalegra (), is a Swedish singer based in Los Angeles. Her debut album ''Feels'' was released in 2017, followed by ''Ugh, Those Feels Again'' in 2019. Life and career 1987–2008: Early life and career beginnings Aalegra was born on 13 September 1987, in Uppsala, Sweden to Persian parents hailing from the south of Iran. She grew up in Enköping, Sweden, moving there with her mother following her parents' divorce. They later moved to Stockholm. She began writing music at the age of 9. In 2001, at the age of 13, Aalegra signed an artist development deal with Sony Music Sweden. She would ultimately leave Sony Sweden with no music being released. 2009–2013: Career beginnings as Sheri, ''First Sign'' In 2009, Aalegra began her musical career using the mononym Sheri. She released her debut single "Hit and Run" on 16 February 2009, with production by Andreas Carlsson. The single ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Press It
''Press It'' is the debut studio album by South Korean singer Taemin. It was released on February 23, 2016, by SM Entertainment. The title song for the album is "Press Your Number". Background and release On February 15, 2016, SM Entertainment announced Taemin would release his first full album entitled ''Press It'' on February 23. On February 22, a performance video for "Drip Drop" was uploaded to YouTube. The official music video for the album's single, "Press Your Number", came out the next day on February 23. Prior to the album and "Press Your Number" music video release, Taemin performed two showcases for the press and fans on February 22. The fan showcase was streamed live through Naver's V app. Composition ''Press It'' was produced over the course of a year and a half. The title track, "Press Your Number", was originally written by Bruno Mars, with composition by The Stereotypes. The demo was originally made years prior and was purchased by SM Entertainment. Taemin said t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Taemin
Lee Tae-min (born July 18, 1993), better known mononymously as Taemin, is a South Korean singer, actor and dancer. He debuted as a member of the boy band Shinee in May 2008 and the supergroup SuperM in 2019, both under SM Entertainment, and has subsequently been labeled by media outlets as the "Idol's Idol" due to the large number of idols citing him as an inspiration. As an actor, Taemin's first role was as Junsu in the 2009 MBC comedy ''Tae-Hee, Hye-Kyo, Ji-Hyun''. Taemin debuted as a soloist in 2014 with the release of his first extended play (EP), ''Ace''. It peaked at number one on the South Korean Gaon Album Chart, and its lead single "Danger" reached number five on the Gaon Digital Chart. His first studio album, ''Press It'' (2016), also charted at number one on the Gaon Album Chart. Taemin made his solo debut in Japan in July 2016 with the release of his second EP, ''Sayonara Hitori''. In 2017, Taemin released his second Korean studio album, ''Move'', and the title t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Why (Taeyeon EP)
'' Why'' is the second extended play (EP) by South Korean singer Taeyeon, released by SM Entertainment on June 28, 2016. Lee Soo-man, founder of SM Entertainment, served as the producer of the album. The EP saw the contributions of alternative R&B singer Dean and Taeyeon's fellow Girls' Generation member Hyoyeon. Musically, ''Why'' incorporates various genres including EDM, R&B, and Pop. To promote the EP, Taeyeon performed on three music programs, ''Music Bank'', ''Show! Music Core'', and ''Inkigayo'' from July 1–3, 2016. She further embarked on her first concert tour Butterfly Kiss, which visited Seoul and Busan in July and August 2016. Upon its release, ''Why'' received generally positive reviews from media outlets, who were favorable towards the EP's diverse musical styles and Taeyeon's vocals. The EP was a commercial success in South Korea, peaking atop the Gaon Album Chart and has sold over 110,000 physical copies in the country. It also fared well in Taiwan, charting a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Taeyeon
Kim Tae-yeon (; born March 9, 1989), known mononymously as Taeyeon, is a South Korean singer. She debuted as a member of girl group Girls' Generation in August 2007, which went on to become one of the best-selling artists in South Korea and one of the most popular K-pop groups worldwide. She has since participated in other SM Entertainment projects, including Girls' Generation-TTS, SM the Ballad, Girls' Generation-Oh!GG, and the supergroup Got the Beat. In 2015, Taeyeon released her debut extended play (EP) '' I'', whose titular single reached number one on South Korea's Gaon Digital Chart. In 2016, she released the number-one single "Rain" as part of the SM Station project, followed by her second EP ''Why'', which peaked atop the Gaon Album Chart. Taeyeon's debut studio album, '' My Voice'', was released in 2017 and yielded the top-five singles " 11:11", "Fine" and "Make Me Love You". Taeyeon ventured into the Japanese music scene in 2018 with the digital single "Stay", follo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dean (South Korean Singer)
Kwon Hyuk (; born November 10, 1992), better known by his stage name Dean (딘), is a South Korean alternative R&B singer-songwriter, rapper and record producer. On March 25, 2016, he released his debut EP, '' 130 Mood: TRBL'', as well as multiple collaborations with both American and South Korean artists. In 2017, he appeared as one of the producers on the South Korean rap competition TV show ''Show Me the Money 6'' with Zico. He is part of the hip hop crew Fanxy Child with Zico, Crush, Penomeco, Millic and Stay Tuned. Life and career Early life and career Kwon Hyuk was born and raised in Hongeun-dong, Seoul. He developed an interest in American hip hop and rap in middle school, and began singing in high school. At that time, he considered music as an "escape from studying," rather than an occupation. He initially wrote songs in his room, which he kept secret from his parents at first. Although he was the first musician in his family, his parents enjoyed music and supporte ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Starlight (Taeyeon Song)
"Starlight" is a song recorded by South Korean singers Taeyeon and Dean for Taeyeon's second extended play ''Why'' (2016). The song was released on June 25, 2016, by SM Entertainment as the EP's lead single. The song's lyrics were penned by Jam Factory's Lee Seu-ran, while its music was composed by Jamil "Digi" Chammas, Taylor Mckall, Tay Jasper, Adrian McKinnon, Leven Kali, Sara Forsberg, and MZMC. "Starlight" is a pop and R&B song that features synthesizers in its instrumentation. Its lyrics detail a romantic relationship. The single received generally positive reviews from music critics, who were favorable towards its musical styles and Dean's appearance. It peaked at number five on South Korea's Gaon Digital Chart and charted at number six on the US '' Billboard'' World Digital Songs. A music video for the song was directed by Im Seong-gwan and was released simultaneously with the release of the song. Filmed in Los Angeles, California, the visual depicts Taeyeon and Dean as ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
For Life (EP) by South Korean–Chinese boy band Exo (group), Exo. It was released on December 19, 2016 by SM Entertainment. The album contains five tracks, including the single of the same name, in both Korean language, Korean and Standard Chinese, Chinese versions. It was the last album to feature Lay Zhang, Lay before his extended hiatus.
''For Life'' is the fifth extended play An extended play record, usually referred to as an EP, is a musical recording that contains more tracks than a single but fewer than an album or LP record. Background and release On November 30, 2016, Exo was confirmed to be releasing their fifth extended play and third special winter album, after ''Miracles in December'' (2013) and ''Sing for You (EP), Sing for You'' (2015). On December 13, the album's title was announced to be ''For Life''. The album and title track's music videos, ...[...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
NCT 2018 Empathy
''NCT 2018 Empathy'' (stylized in uppercase) is the debut studio album by South Korean Boy band NCT, an unlimited group project under the management of SM Entertainment. Containing a total of fourteen tracks with twelve of which were released as singles from 2016 to 2018, the album marked the first group release with eighteen members from three different units participating at the time, while being the first release to officially introduce three new members Kun, Jungwoo and Lucas. With the group's label founder Lee Soo-man serving as the executive producer, composition and production for the album was contributed by Matt Schwartz, Tommy $trate, The Stereotypes, Timothy 'Bos' Bullock, Deez, Yoo Young-jin, Ryan S. Jhun, MZMC, Adrian McKinnon, Shin Hyuk, Josh Cumbee, Andrew Choi, Sara Forsberg, LDN Noise, and others. It was released on March 14, 2018, by SM Entertainment and iriver Inc along with the album's fourth single "Touch" by the Seoul-based unit NCT 127 and "Black on Black" ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
NCT U
NCT (; an acronym for Neo Culture Technology) is a South Korean boy band formed by SM Entertainment and introduced in January 2016. The group consists of 23 members and divided into four different sub-units: NCT U, NCT 127, NCT Dream, and WayV. In South Korean charts, NCT has recorded more than 24 million album sales across all sub-units, making them the best-selling act under SM Entertainment. The group debuted their first sub-unit, the rotational NCT U, on April 9, 2016, with the double digital single "The 7th Sense" and "Without You". It was followed by the Seoul-based sub-unit NCT 127 on July 7, 2016, with their eponymous extended play and the then-teenaged sub-unit NCT Dream on August 24, 2016, with the digital single "Chewing Gum". WayV, a seven-member sub-unit based in China and NCT's first overseas sub-unit, debuted on January 17, 2019, with the single album '' The Vision''. Although each sub-unit promotes separately, NCT has united three times as a group to record three ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
