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Orianthi
Orianthi Penny Panagaris (born 22 January 1985), known mononymously as Orianthi, is an Australian guitarist, singer and songwriter who rehearsed in 2009 with Michael Jackson in preparation for his '' This Is It'' concert series, and performed with Alice Cooper's touring band. Her 2009 debut single "According to You" peaked at No. 3 in Japan, No. 8 in Australia and No. 17 in the US; her second album, '' Believe'', received a worldwide release in late 2009. The same year, she was named one of the "12 Greatest Female Electric Guitarists" by ''Elle'' magazine. She also won the "2010 Breakthrough Guitarist of the Year" award hosted by ''Guitar International'' magazine. Life and career Early life Orianthi Penny Panagaris was born in Adelaide, Australia to Greek parents. She began playing piano at the age of three, and at the encouragement of her father, moved to acoustic guitar at the age of six. When she was eleven, she took up electric guitar and left her school, Mercedes College, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
According To You
"According to You" is the debut single by Australian guitarist and singer Orianthi from her second studio album, ''Believe (Orianthi album), Believe''. The song was written by Andrew Frampton and Steve Diamond, and produced by Howard Benson. It was released in Australia on 6 October 2009. As it quickly gained popularity, the song was sent to Contemporary hit radio, mainstream radio stations in the United States and Canada in November 2009, later making impact at the rhythmic contemporary, rhythmic and adult contemporary formats. "According to You" was released in the United Kingdom on 6 September 2010. The song received acclaim from Music journalism, music critics, who praised her vocal and instrumental talent. The song was also a commercial success, reaching the top 10 in Australia and Japan and the top 20 in the United States. It was also certified Platinum in both territories. "According to You" also charted in Canada, New Zealand, and The United Kingdom. A radio hit, the song ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
