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Phebe Edwards
Phebe Edwards (born 9 June) is an English singer and songwriter. She has appeared as a studio backing vocalist for a number of artists such as Stormzy, Craig David, London Grammar, Michael Kiwanuka, Donna Summer and Leona Lewis. In 2006 she sang alongside James Brown at the BBC Electric Proms. She has supported artists like Adele, Liam Gallagher, Bryan Ferry, Louisa Johnson, and Gabrielle. and has toured with Jessie J and Years & Years Years & Years is the solo project of British singer Olly Alexander. Originally formed as a band in 2010, Years & Years' music has been described as electropop, mixing R&B and 1990s house elements. The band's debut studio album, '' Communion'', .... Discography Studio albums Singles As lead artist Selected Background Vocals References {{DEFAULTSORT:Edwards, Phebe English soul singers Year of birth missing (living people) Living people 21st-century Black British women singers English women singer-songwriters 21st-c ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
North London
North London is the northern part of London, England, north of the River Thames. It extends from Clerkenwell and Finsbury, on the edge of the City of London financial district, to Greater London's boundary with Hertfordshire. The term ''north London'' is used to differentiate the area from south London, east London and west London. Some parts of north London are also part of Central London. There is a Northern postal area, but this includes some areas not normally described as part of north London, while excluding many others that are. Development The first northern suburb developed in the Soke of Cripplegate in the early twelfth century, but London's growth beyond its Roman northern gates was slower than in other directions, partly because of the marshy ground north of the wall and also because the roads through those gates were less well connected than elsewhere. The parishes that would become north London were almost entirely rural until the Victorian period. Many of t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Adele
Adele Laurie Blue Adkins (, ; born 5 May 1988), professionally known by the mononym Adele, is an English singer and songwriter. After graduating in arts from the BRIT School in 2006, Adele signed a record deal with XL Recordings. Her debut album, ''19 (Adele album), 19'', was released in 2008 and spawned the UK top-five singles "Chasing Pavements" and "Make You Feel My Love#Adele version, Make You Feel My Love". The album was certified BPI certification, 8× platinum in the UK and RIAA certification, triple platinum in the US. Adele was honoured with the Brit Award for Rising Star as well as the Grammy Award for Best New Artist. Adele released her second studio album, ''21 (Adele album), 21'', in 2011. It became the world's List of best-selling albums of the 21st century, best-selling album of the 21st century, with sales of over 31 million copies. It was certified BPI certification, 18× platinum in the UK (the List of best-selling albu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Real Life (Emeli Sandé Album)
''Real Life'' is the third studio album by Scottish singer Emeli Sandé, released on 13 September 2019 by Virgin EMI Records. Sandé co-wrote all tracks on the album, and the album was produced by Troy Miller. It includes the singles "Sparrow", "Extraordinary Being", "Shine" and "You Are Not Alone". Background Sandé's intent is to inspire "hope and confidence" with the album, particularly for those "who have been marginalised, forgotten or kicked down by this invisible oppression that's always there." Critical reception Lucy Mapstone from Scottish daily newspaper '' The National'' wrote that "Sande's first two albums hit number one and number two in the charts respectively, so she has a lot to live up to. But, honestly, this may be her best work yet ..Having gone through a period of difficulty in her life, Sandé has come out the other side and, across this new collection, she rises like the proverbial phoenix with tunes that are a new level of epic, all melodic and uplifti ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Time Is Now (album)
''The Time Is Now'' is the seventh studio album by British singer Craig David, released on 26 January 2018. The album features guest appearances from JP Cooper, Bastille, AJ Tracey, Ella Mai, Kaytranada and GoldLink. The first single from the album, titled " Heartline", was released on 14 September 2017, through David's official YouTube account. The album reached number two in the United Kingdom, making it David's fifth UK top 10 album. Background On 15 September 2017, less than a year after the release of his comeback album ''Following My Intuition'' which became his first chart-topper for 16 years, David announced the follow-up, ''The Time Is Now''. In an interview, David said: "The motivation and inspiration behind this album was all down to the huge realisation that even when I wasn't as focused, there were amazing lessons to be learnt." The album features collaborations with Bastille, AJ Tracey, Kaytranada and GoldLink. Singles The first single from the album, " Heartline ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
I Am (Leona Lewis Album)
''I Am'' is the fifth studio album by English singer Leona Lewis. It was released on 11 September 2015, by Island Records after Lewis took leave from Syco Music in June 2014. Recording began in mid 2013, during the production of Lewis's first Christmas album and fourth studio album, ''Christmas, with Love'' (2013). Recording sessions resumed in January 2014 with producer Poet, Toby Gad and Wayne Wilkins. ''I Am'' is preceded by the release of "Fire Under My Feet" and the album's title track except for in the United States where "Thunder" precedes the album. The album reached top 40 in multiple countries, including US, United Kingdom, Spain and Germany. Background In February 2013, a representative from Syco Music, Lewis' record label, announced that she was about to start writing and recording material "imminently" for her fourth studio album, and that it would be released in late 2013. The news came after Lewis announced that she had parted ways from Modest! Management, the man ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gang Signs & Prayer
''Gang Signs & Prayer'' is the debut studio album by British rapper Stormzy. It was released on 24 February 2017 independently through #Merky Records while being distributed by ADA of Warner Music Group. It is Stormzy's first major commercial release, following the ''Dreamers Disease'' EP (2014). The album features guest appearances from fellow MCs Wretch 32, Ghetts and J Hus, along with singers Kehlani, Raleigh Ritchie and MNEK. It features production from Fraser T. Smith and Sir Spyro, among others. After gaining attention on the UK underground music scene via his ''Wicked Skengman'' series of freestyles over classic grime beats, Stormzy released his debut EP ''Dreamers Disease'' independently in July 2014. In September 2015, he released a final instalment to his "WickedSkengMan" freestyle series, "WickedSkengMan 4", onto iTunes. After a year's hiatus from social media to focus on the recording of the album, Stormzy returned in early February 2017 via a series of advertising hoa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Love & Hate (Michael Kiwanuka Album)
''Love & Hate'' is the second studio album by London-based singer-songwriter Michael Kiwanuka. The album was released on 15 July 2016 by Polydor Records (UK) and Interscope Records (US). Background The album is the follow-up record to Kiwanuka's 2012 Mercury Prize-nominated album '' Home Again''. The album was produced by Danger Mouse, Inflo, and Paul Butler. ''Love & Hate'' also released three singles. The first single, "Black Man in a White World" was released on 28 March 2016, and was accompanied by a video directed by Hiro Murai. The second single, "Love & Hate", was released on 7 April 2016. Usage in media The song "Cold Little Heart" is also known for being the opening theme of the HBO television series '' Big Little Lies''. The song "Love & Hate" featured in various shows and films, including the series finale of the Netflix drama '' Seven Seconds'', the Netflix docudrama ''When They See Us'', the legal drama '' Suits'' (season 7, episode 8), ''Rosewood'' (season 1, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
John McKeown
John McKeown is a solo artist based in London, England, signed to Beatroute Records.''Music Week''Beatroute Records makes return 8 August 2009. McKeown previously fronted rock group, Hero. After a European tour with Stereophonics and a number of tour dates in Los Angeles, Hero disbanded. John McKeown chose to pursue a solo career at the end of 2008.''Room Thirteen''John McKeown: Things Worth Fighting For, 28 September 2009. At the start of 2009 McKeown started recording his debut album '' Things Worth Fighting For'' with Elliott Randall producing.''Music-News''Win 1 of 5 John McKeown 'Things Worth Fighting For' CDs 28 September 2009. The first single "Fade Away" was released by Beatroute Records on 14 September 2009. The digital single was accompanied by the b-side "These are the Times".''Music.co.uk'' 27 August 2009. ''Things Worth Fighting For'' became available on 28 September 2009. Both the single and album were limited to digital releases. John McKeown launched '' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Things Worth Fighting For
''Things Worth Fighting For'' is the debut album by solo artist John McKeown. The album was released digitally by Beatroute Records on the 28 September 2009. The album was produced by Elliott Randall of Steely Dan fame.''Music-News''Win 1 of 5 John McKeown 'Things Worth Fighting For' CDs 28 September 2009. Track listing #"Will You Be Mine" #"Can't Be Right" #"Touch You" #"Fade Away" #"Candy Girl" #"Dream on Valentine" #"Things Worth Fighting For" #"Up Where You Belong" #"Bleed" #"For You" Album credits ''‘John McKeown Official Website''‘Things Worth Fighting For’ album credits * Produced by Elliott Randall and John McKeown * Recorded at RAK Studios, London * Strings & Horns recorded at SARM Studios, London * String arrangements by Pete Murray * Horn arrangement by Steve Sidwell * Engineered by Wes Maebe * Mixed by Elliott Randall & Wes Maebe * Mastered by Wes Maebe at GHQ Sonic Cuisine * Assisted by: Robbie Nelson & Tim Goalen Session musicians The following m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Years & Years
Years & Years is the solo project of British singer Olly Alexander. Originally formed as a band in 2010, Years & Years' music has been described as electropop, mixing R&B and 1990s house elements. The band's debut studio album, '' Communion'', debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart in July 2015 and was the fastest-selling debut album of the year from a UK signed band. Their biggest hit single "King" from ''Communion'' reached number one in the UK Singles Chart in March 2015, and peaked within the top ten of the charts in Australia, Austria, Bulgaria, Denmark, Germany, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Ireland and Switzerland. Their single " Shine" from the same album reached number two on the UK Singles Chart. In April 2018, they announced the release of their second studio album '' Palo Santo'' which features singles " Sanctify" and "If You're Over Me", the latter of which reached the top 10 in the United Kingdom. The album features a dystopian world consisting of robot-like ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jessie J
Jessica Ellen Cornish (born 27 March 1988), known professionally as Jessie J, is an English singer. Born and raised in London, she began her career on stage, aged 11, with a role in the West End musical '' Whistle Down the Wind''. She studied at the BRIT School before signing with Gut Records and striking a songwriting deal with Sony/ATV Music Publishing. After signing with Republic Records, Jessie J came to prominence following the release of her debut single, "Do It Like a Dude". Her following single, "Price Tag", topped the charts in nineteen countries including the UK and was followed by the release of her debut album, ''Who You Are (Jessie J album), Who You Are'' (2011), which peaked at number two in the UK. Other singles from the album included "Nobody's Perfect (Jessie J song), Nobody's Perfect", "Who You Are (Jessie J song), Who You Are", "Domino (Jessie J song), Domino" and "Laserlight (song), Laserlight", all of which peaked within the top ten on the UK Singles Chart ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gabrielle (singer)
Louise Gabrielle Bobb (born 19 July 1969), known professionally as Gabrielle, is a British singer and songwriter. Bobb was born in Hackney, London. She released her debut single, "Dreams", in 1993, and it topped the UK Singles Chart the same year. Her other singles include " Going Nowhere", "Give Me a Little More Time", " Walk On By", and " If You Ever" — a duet with East 17. After a few quiescent years, Gabrielle made a comeback with "Rise", which became her second UK number one, in 2000. Her album of the same name reached the top spot on the UK Albums Chart, where it stayed for three weeks. The song " Out of Reach", from the soundtrack to ''Bridget Jones's Diary'', reached number four on the UK Singles Chart. She released the compilation '' Dreams Can Come True, Greatest Hits Vol. 1'' in 2001. Early life Gabrielle was born in London as Louise Gabrielle Bobb to parents from Dominica. She and her three brothers were brought up by their mother, Patricia. Gabrielle credited ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
