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Russ Chimes
Russ Chimes is an English producer, remixer and DJ based in London, who produced a song titled "Back 2 You" and had a UK Singles Chart, UK No. 40 hit with "Turn Me Out (Praxis song), Turn Me Out". Select discography As lead artist Remixes References {{DEFAULTSORT:Chimes, Russ English DJs Year of birth missing (living people) Living people ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Crowthorne, Berkshire
Crowthorne is a large village and civil parish in the Bracknell Forest district of south-eastern Berkshire, England. It had a population of 6,711 at the United Kingdom Census 2001, 2001 census, which rose to 6,902 at the United Kingdom Census 2011, 2011 census. A 2020 estimate put it at 7,808. Crowthorne is the venue of Wellington College, Berkshire, Wellington College, a large co-educational boarding and day independent school, which opened in 1859, and of Broadmoor Hospital, one of England's three maximum-security psychiatric hospitals, which lies on the eastern edge of the village. History Crowthorne was only a Hamlet (place), hamlet until Wellington College (Berkshire), Wellington College opened in 1859 and Broadmoor Hospital in 1863. Crowthorne railway station, originally Wellington College for Crowthorne Station, opened in 1860 and burgeoned quickly. In the 1960s, the Transport Research Laboratory established by the Government of the United Kingdom, UK Government as the R ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chromeo
Chromeo is a Canadian electro-funk duo from Montreal, formed in 2002 by musicians David "Dave 1" Macklovitch and Patrick "P-Thugg" Gemayel. Their sound draws from blue-eyed soul, dance music, rock, synth-pop, disco and funk. , the band has released five studio albums, with three of them hitting the Billboard 200 charts. In 2018, Chromeo received their first Grammy Award nomination for Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical in the 61st Grammy Awards for their album ''Head over Heels''. History The duo met in the mid-1990s at Collège Stanislas in Montreal. Speaking on their different ethnic backgrounds, the two jokingly describe themselves as "the only successful Arab/Jewish partnership since the dawn of human culture." Around the time when they were both 15, Macklovitch joined Gemayel's band. During this time, Macklovitch's younger brother A-Trak (of Duck Sauce) started winning the Disco Mix Club Championships, becoming World Champion in 1997. After the band, Dave 1 and P-Thug ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
English DJs
English usually refers to: * English language * English people English may also refer to: Peoples, culture, and language * ''English'', an adjective for something of, from, or related to England ** English national identity, an identity and common culture ** English language in England, a variant of the English language spoken in England * English languages (other) * English studies, the study of English language and literature * ''English'', an Amish term for non-Amish, regardless of ethnicity Individuals * English (surname), a list of notable people with the surname ''English'' * People with the given name ** English McConnell (1882–1928), Irish footballer ** English Fisher (1928–2011), American boxing coach ** English Gardner (b. 1992), American track and field sprinter Places United States * English, Indiana, a town * English, Kentucky, an unincorporated community * English, Brazoria County, Texas, an unincorporated community * Engli ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ellie Goulding
Elena Jane Goulding ( ; born 30 December 1986) is an English singer and songwriter. Her career began when she met record producers Starsmith and Frankmusik, and she was later spotted by Jamie Lillywhite, who became her manager and Artists and repertoire, A&R. After signing to Polydor Records in July 2009, Goulding released her debut extended play, ''An Introduction to Ellie Goulding'', later that year. In 2010, she became the second artist to top the BBC's annual Sound of... poll and win the Critics' Choice Award at the 2010 Brit Awards, Brit Awards in the same year. She released her debut studio album, ''Lights (Ellie Goulding album), Lights'', in 2010; it debuted at on the UK Albums Chart and has sold over 850,000 copies in the UK. In November 2010, the album was reissued as ''Bright Lights'', spawning two singles: a cover of Elton John's "Your Song (Ellie Goulding song), Your Song", which reached on the UK Singles Chart; and "Lights (Ellie Goulding song), Lights", which pe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Starry Eyed (Ellie Goulding Song)
"Starry Eyed" is a song by English singer and songwriter Ellie Goulding, released as the second single from her debut studio album, '' Lights'' (2010). It was written by Goulding and Jonny Lattimer, and produced by Starsmith. Goulding made her debut US television performance on '' Jimmy Kimmel Live!'' on 7 April 2011 performing "Starry Eyed". Background When asked what "Starry Eyed" was about, Goulding told Digital Spy: It's about letting go. As opposed to all the sad and depressing things I write about, I decided to write something about the joining together of people in some kind of euphoric state—be it at a festival, at a show or in a club. I wanted a song that would reach out to people of every background and every enjoyment, whether you enjoy a natural high, taking drugs, drinking or whatever. Because I'm essentially a pop artist I wanted to write a song that everyone can relate to. "Starry Eyed" was featured in the 2010 superhero film '' Kick-Ass'' and on its soundt ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Marina & The Diamonds
Marina Lambrini Diamandis (; el, Μαρίνα-Λαμπρινή Διαμάντη; born 10 October 1985), known mononymously as Marina (often stylised in all caps), and previously by the stage name Marina and the Diamonds, is a Welsh singer and songwriter. Born in Brynmawr to a Welsh mother and Greek father, Diamandis was raised in Abergavenny and moved to London as a teenager to become a professional singer, despite having little formal musical experience. In 2009, she came to prominence upon placing second in the BBC's Sound of 2010. Her debut studio album, '' The Family Jewels'' (2010), incorporated indie pop and new wave musical styles. It entered the UK Albums Chart at number five and was certified gold by the British Phonographic Industry. The album's second single, "Hollywood", peaked at number 12 on the UK Singles Chart. Her follow-up record, ''Electra Heart'' (2012), was a concept album about a character of the same name which became her first number one project in the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mowgli's Road
"Mowgli's Road" is a song by Welsh singer Marina and the Diamonds from her debut studio album, '' The Family Jewels'' (2010). The song's demo was released as a double A-side single with "Obsessions", on 16 February 2009 by Neon Gold Records. On 13 November 2009, "Mowgli's Road" was released digitally again as a double A-side, pairing with a cover of the Late of the Pier song "Space and the Woods". The title is a reference to the character of the same name in Rudyard Kipling's ''The Jungle Book'' story collection. It has been described to be a pop, alternative pop, and experimental pop song. Critical reception Stuart Heritage of ''The Guardian'' wrote, "'Mowgli's Road' is odd. Think Gary Glitter, but if he kept pictures of ''The Wicker Man'' and some nice cutlery on his hard drive instead of that other stuff. This could easily be a hit; or, rather, the first couple of minutes could. Then it descends into a lunatic mixture of monkey wails, whistling and childlike nightmare mumble ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Frankmusik
Vincent James Turner (born 9 October 1985), better known by his stage name Frankmusik ( ) (and between 2011 and 2012, by the name Vincent Did It), is an English synth-pop musician. Early life Vincent was born on 9 October 1985 in the Thornton Heath district of the London Borough of Croydon. He attended Christ's Hospital boarding school in West Sussex and was member of the house 'Maine A'. He entertained his housemates with constant piano playing. He completed a year-long foundation course at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design and went on to study at the London College of Fashion, dropping out to concentrate on music. Career 2007–2009: ''Frankisum'' EP and ''Complete Me'' During 2004, Vincent performed as a beatboxer, under the name Mr Mouth. Vincent released his debut EP, ''Frankisum'', in 2007. Former school friend and then assistant of A&R at Island Records, Ben Scarr, introduced Island colleague Louis Bloom to Frankmusik's MySpace page, which was getting a si ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Confusion Girl
'Confusion Girl' is a song by British electropop singer Frankmusik from his debut album Complete Me, which was released on 3 August 2009. Song information The song was released on 19 July 2009 and received significant airplay. It featured on Radio 1's 'A List' prior to its release. Music video The music video consists of Frankmusik (real name Vincent Frank) walking around town trying to find the woman he had lost, played by Holly Valance, whom he tracks down by the end of the video. The video shows him being completely oblivious to what is going on around him, as he is so caught up in his search for his love interest. It was filmed on location in Mile End Park and Clinton Road, Mile End, London. Track listings and formats UK CD single # Confusion Girl # Confusion Girl (vs Tinchy Stryder) # It's a Sin ( Pet Shop Boys Cover) # Confusion Girl (Original Demo Version) Digital Download 1 ( iTunes) Confusion Girl (Shame Shame Shame) - Single # Confusion Girl # Such Great Heights (T ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fancy Footwork
''Fancy Footwork'' is the second studio album by Canadian electro-funk duo Chromeo, released on May 8, 2007 by Turbo Recordings and Last Gang Records. The album spawned three singles: "Fancy Footwork", "Tenderoni", and "Bonafied Lovin". In the United States, ''Fancy Footwork'' reached number eleven on the Top Electronic Albums chart and number twenty-five on the Top Heatseekers chart. A deluxe edition of the album was released in July 2008, containing a bonus disc of remixes and bonus tracks, as well as music videos. A special edition titled ''Fancier Footwork'' was released digitally in June 2008, consisting of three bonus tracks and fifteen remixes. Track listing Personnel Credits adapted from the liner notes of ''Fancy Footwork''. * Chromeo – executive producer, instruments, production, recording, vocals * Coralie Bailleuil – image manipulation * Adrien Blanchat – image manipulation * Jean-Charles de Castelbajac – shoes * Coco – additional female vocals ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Electronic (music)
Electronic music is a Music genre, genre of music that employs electronic musical instruments, digital instruments, or electronics, circuitry-based music technology in its creation. It includes both music made using electronic and electromechanical means (electroacoustic music). Pure electronic instruments depended entirely on circuitry-based sound generation, for instance using devices such as an electronic oscillator, theremin, or synthesizer. Electromechanical instruments can have mechanical parts such as strings, hammers, and electric elements including pickup (music technology), magnetic pickups, power amplifiers and loudspeakers. Such electromechanical devices include the telharmonium, Hammond organ, electric piano and the electric guitar."The stuff of electronic music is electrically produced or modified sounds. ... two basic definitions will help put some of the historical discussion in its place: purely electronic music versus electroacoustic music" ()Electroacoustic m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sam Sparro
Sam, SAM or variants may refer to: Places * Sam, Benin * Sam, Boulkiemdé, Burkina Faso * Sam, Bourzanga, Burkina Faso * Sam, Kongoussi, Burkina Faso * Sam, Iran * Sam, Teton County, Idaho, United States, a populated place People and fictional characters * Sam (given name), a list of people and fictional characters with the given name or nickname * Sam (surname), a list of people with the surname ** Cen (surname) (岑), romanized "Sam" in Cantonese ** Shen (surname) (沈), often romanized "Sam" in Cantonese and other languages Religious or legendary figures * Sam (Book of Mormon), elder brother of Nephi * Sām, a Persian mythical folk hero * Sam Ziwa, an uthra (angel or celestial being) in Mandaeism Animals * Sam (army dog) (died 2000) * Sam (horse) (b 1815), British Thoroughbred * Sam (koala) (died 2009), rescued after 2009 bush fires in Victoria, Australia * Sam (orangutan), in the movie ''Dunston Checks In'' * Sam (ugly dog) (1990–2005), voted the world's ugliest dog in 20 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
