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Paul Moss
Paul Raymond Moss is the general manager of Media Prima network's media portal and a judge in 8TV's '' One in a Million'' singing contest. Moss was the AS A&R director of record company Positive Tone from its inception in 1994 until last year. Moss oversaw the transformation in Malaysian music that created whole new markets for English-language artistes and new genres of music. Background Before settling in Malaysia, Moss, sometimes fondly addressed as Uncle Paul, was the song writer, guitarist and musical director for international pop band Aishah and The Fan Club. The band originated in New Zealand and had five members: Paul Moss himself on guitars, Malcolm Smith on keyboards, Glenn Peters on Bass, Dave Larsen on drums and Aishah as their lead vocalist. Aishah and The Fan Club were a big hit in 1990 when they released the album ''Sensation'' which had three #1 singles in New Zealand and Malaysian charts. The hits were "Sensation", "Paradise" and "Call Me". Their next al ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Media Prima
Media Prima Berhad, doing business as Media Prima and stylised as media prima, is a Malaysian media company based in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. It is Malaysia's largest media and entertainment conglomerate with business interests in television, print, radio, out-of-home advertising, content creation and digital media. The Group operates five television channels — TV3, DidikTV KPM, 8TV, TV9 and Wow Shop and also five radio stations – Buletin FM, Fly FM, 8FM, Hot FM and Molek FM. Media Prima is also the owner of New Straits Times Press, Malaysia's largest newspaper publisher with five national news brands – ''New Straits Times'', ''Berita Harian'', ''Harian Metro'', ''Sin Chew Daily'' and '' Guang Ming Daily''. The company was formed in 2003 out of the demerger of Malaysian Resources Corporation Berhad (MRCB) media assets, namely Sistem Televisyen Malaysia Berhad (which runs TV3) and The New Straits Times Press (Malaysia) Berhad, which the latter held since 1993. The Group ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
OAG (band)
OAG, also spelled O@G, also known as Old Automatic Garbage or Orang Asia Genius (Genius Asians), is a Malaysian pop and alternative rock band. The band, formed in 1992, was one of the first English language alternative rock bands in Malaysia to get huge attention from mainstream music listeners. The current line-up of the band are Muhammad Radhi Razali (vocals) after Qi Razali (drums) left the group in early 202following by Nazrin Zabidi (bass guitar) and Ammal (lead guitar). The band is well known for breaking the mainstream mold of Malay rock and pop at that time, pushing the alternative genre and underground spirit into commercial media such as radio and television. The 60's TV videoclip was a landmark success in a new direction of music video for the country, and becomes one of the most recognisable songs ever in indie/underground circuits (next to Butterfingers (Malaysian band), Butterfingers' Nicotine and Vio-Pipe). History 1994–1999: Debut, ''67 EP'' and ''Melody ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Living People
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The Star (Malaysia)
''The Star'' () is an English-language newspaper in Malaysia. Based in Petaling Jaya, it was established in 1971 as a regional newspaper in Penang. It is the largest paid English newspaper in terms of circulation in Malaysia, according to the Audit Bureau of Circulations. It has a daily circulation of about 250,000 (as of January 2017), far eclipsing the circulation of its next-largest paid English-language competitor, the ''New Straits Times'' (which has a circulation of approximately 65,000). ''The Star'' is a member of the Asia News Network. It is owned by the publicly listed Star Media Group. History The daily newspaper was first published on 9 September 1971 as a regional newspaper based in Penang. ''The STAR'' went into national circulation on 3 January 1976 when it set up its new office in Kuala Lumpur. In 1978, the newspaper headquarters was relocated to Kuala Lumpur. ''The Star'' continues to expand its wings over the years. In 1981, it moved its headquarters from K ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Asian Idol
''Asian Idol'' is a reality singing competition, which featured winners of ''Idol'' competitions from six Southeast and South Asian countries consisting of India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, and Vietnam. Part of the '' Idol franchise'', it originated from the reality program ''Pop Idol'' created by British entertainment executive Simon Fuller, which was first aired in 2001 in the United Kingdom. The first season was won by ''Singapore Idol'' Hady Mirza, who was awarded an all-expense-paid trip around the world on business class, after almost two million votes were cast. The first season was held on 15 December and 16, 2007 in Jakarta, Indonesia. RCTI (which also broadcasts ''Indonesian Idol''), was the main broadcaster, with the program shown live among participating countries. Season 1 The first season was hosted by Amelia "Ata" Natasha and Daniel Mananta, both from ''Indonesian Idol'', and '' Malaysian Idol's'' Soo Kui Jien. Each participating country had i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Simon Cowell
Simon Phillip Cowell (; born 7 October 1959) is an English television personality, entrepreneur and record executive. He is the creator of ''The X Factor'' and ''Got Talent'' franchises which have been sold around the world. He has judged on the British television talent competition series ''Pop Idol'' (2001–2003), ''The X Factor (British TV series), The X Factor UK'' (2004–2010, 2014–2018) and ''Britain's Got Talent'' (2007–present), and the American television talent competition series ''American Idol'' (2002–2010), ''The X Factor (American TV series), The X Factor US'' (2011–2013), and ''America's Got Talent'' (2006–present). Cowell is the founder and sole owner of the British entertainment company Syco. After some success in the 1980s and 1990s as a record producer, talent scout and consultant in the UK music industry, Cowell came to public prominence in 2001 as a judge on ''Pop Idol'', a talent television show which he and its creator Simon Fuller successfull ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pop Idol
''Pop Idol'' is a British music competition television series created by Simon Fuller which ran on ITV from 2001 to 2003. The aim of the show was to decide the best new young pop singer (or "pop idol") in the UK based on viewer voting and participation. Two series were broadcast, one in 2001–2002 and a second in 2003. An immense success when it launched in 2001, Maggie Brown in ''The Guardian'' wrote, "the show became a seminal reality/entertainment format once on air that autumn". Series judge Simon Cowell became a major public figure in entertainment, and the show produced instant No. 1 chart hits, including for the first series winner Will Young, whose single "Evergreen" was the fastest-selling debut in UK chart history and the best-selling song of 2002. ''Pop Idol'' was subsequently put on an indefinite hiatus after Simon Cowell announced the launch of ''The X Factor'' in the UK in April 2004. The show has become an international TV franchise since, spawning multiple '' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Malaysian Idol
''Malaysian Idol'' is the Malaysian version of the Idol Series that started in UK, similar to shows such as UK's ''Pop Idol'' and ''American Idol'' in the franchise. This show is a contest to determine the best young singer in Malaysia, with the winner receiving a major record deal, although some runners-up have achieved enough fame to ink record deals of their own. Like any other ''Idol'' show, the winner is decided by public votes. The ''Malaysian Idol'' series has gained a following in Malaysia from people of all ages partly due to their interest in American Idol which had been introduced a few years prior. Malaysian Idol has been broadcast to Malaysian viewers via terrestrial television, 8TV and TV3. The last few finalists of ''Malaysian Idol'' have become celebrities because they have their own following of fans who supported them throughout their appearance on ''Malaysian Idol''. Outside Malaysia, the show has become known worldwide for the audition of a Michael Jackson ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fauziah Latiff
Siti Fauziah Sheikh Abdul Latiff, better known as Fauziah Latiff, is a Malaysian singer and actress. One of Latiff's first public performance was at a charity concert at Stadium Merdeka in 1987. Talent scouts from Happy Records spotted her and offered her her first recording contract. She is referred to as "Jee" by her fans. Discography Fauziah Latiff has released more than seventeen albums. Her first single was ''Digamit Memori''. * Digamit Memori (1988) * Kau Merubah Segalanya (1989) * Kini (1990) * Tiada Noktah Cinta (1991) * Gubahan Rindu Puisi Syahdu (1992) * Epilog Memori Gelita (1993) * Apa Sebenarnya (1994) * Petikan Syahdu Fauziah Latiff (1995) * Sahabat (1995) * Petikan Syahdu Fauziah Latiff Vol. II (1996) * Fauziah Latiff Dia (1997) * Jee '98 (1998) * Fauziah Latiff No. 1 (1999) * Yang Lebih Kau Cinta... Jee (2001) * Di Sebalik (compilation – 2004) * Pesona (2006) with collaborated Jim Brickman * Keunggulan (2010) Fauziah Latiff also releases the following single ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Roslan Aziz
Roslan may refer to: *Roslan Ahmad, Malaysian politician, Malacca State Executive Councillor * Wan Roslan Wan Hamat, Malaysian politician, Kelantan State Executive Councillor * Emmett Roslan Ishak, lead vocalist in Butterfingers, a Malaysian rock band * Abdul Afiq Roslan (born 1996), Bruneian footballer * Faizal Roslan, Singaporean professional footballer * Farhan Roslan (born 1996), Malaysian footballer * Fauzi Roslan (born 1988), aka Kojie, Malaysian footballer * Izray Iffarul Roslan (born 1992), Malaysian footballer * Izzuddin Roslan (born 1999), Malaysian professional footballer * Jamaluddin Roslan (born 1978), Malaysian field hockey player *Razman Roslan (born 1984), Malaysian professional footballer *Syazwan Roslan (born 1988), Malaysian footballer * Takhiyuddin Roslan (born 1993), Malaysian footballer * Roslan Sulaiman, Malaysian academic administrator See also * Rizlan *Rosaleen *Rosalyn (other) * Roslin (other) * Roslyn (other) *Rosslyn (disambigu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nicestupidplayground
Nicestupidplayground is a Malaysian indie rock band from Borneo that formed in 1992. The band has released many songs for popular compilations under several labels, namely Positive Tone, but have also managed to self-release a full-length albums in 2006, as well as one under Positive Tone in 2000. They achieved their highest success from the song "''Bedroom Window''", from the compilation '' Boys & Girls 1+1=3'' which has received numerous awards, as well as inclusion in the soundtrack to the movie Chinese Box. History Frontman and lead singer Charles Rossem started Nicestupidplayground in 1992; and modeled the sound after a distant early 1980s British rock sound, citing his initial influences as the Cure, the Smiths and The Stone Roses. After several contributions to compilations, they managed to sign under Positive Tone in 1996 and their hit song ''Bedroom Window'' landed on the album ''Boys & Girls 1+1=3'' which featured their song as the first and main single; the compilat ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ella (Malaysian Singer)
Nor Zila binti Aminuddin ( Jawi: نور زيل بنت أمين الدين ; IPA: ; born July 31, 1966) better known by her stage name Ella, is a Malaysian musician, singer, actress, model and entrepreneur. She began her career with a local band called Moonracker in 1983 when she was 19. She left the band after two years together, continuing her career by singing at local night clubs. A local band called ''The Boys'' later approached Ella and later they become ''Ella & The Boys''. Ella is also known as ''Ratu Rock'' (Malay for the Queen of Rock) by her fans in Malaysia. Biography She attended the Tengku Ampuan Rahimah High School in Klang Valley. She started her career as a singer at local night clubs and lounges. While singing in one of those clubs, Ella was approached by a band called ''The Boys'' and later agreed to merge with them to become ''Ella & The Boys''. On 10 June 2012, Ella and her protege, Puteri Caroline Kamel, won TV3's ''Mentor Season 6'' talent search. On 7 Jul ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
