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Capricorn (Jay Chou Album)
''Capricorn'' () is the ninth studio album by Taiwanese recording artist Jay Chou, released on 14 October 2008, by JVR Music and Sony BMG. The album's lyrical content was penned by Chou and his frequent collaborator Vincent Fang, alongside Alang Huang, Ku Hsiao-li, and Juang Ling-ja, whilst composition was handled by Chou himself. The title of the album serves as a homophone in Chinese meaning Capricorn as well as magic—the former of which is a nod to Chou’s zodiac sign. Its production blend elements of pop, hip-hop, rock, and folk music. Upon its release, ''Capricorn'' was subject to positive reviews music critics. It was met with commercial success in various regions in Asia, reaching number one on the G-Music chart in Taiwan and the Hong Kong Record Merchants Association (HKRMA) album chart in Hong Kong. It was the second best-selling record of 2008 in Taiwan, selling 152,000 copies, as well as the third best-selling record of the year in Hong Kong. In Singapore, the alb ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jay Chou
Jay Chou Chieh-lun ( zh, s=周杰伦, t=周杰倫, first=t, p=Zhōu Jiélún; born 18 January 1979) is a Taiwanese singer-songwriter, actor, director, and businessman. Regarded as one of the most influential artists in the Chinese-speaking world, he is widely referred to as the "Honorific nicknames in popular music, King of Mandopop". Chou's works, which often Zhongguo feng (music), blend Eastern and Western styles, has been recognized for its impact on musical trends in the Greater China region. Chou signed to Alfa Music in 2000, and made his debut with the studio album ''Jay (album), Jay'' (2000). He rose to prominence with his second album ''Fantasy (Jay Chou album), Fantasy'' (2001), which became one of the List of best-selling albums in Taiwan, best-selling albums in Taiwan in the 21st century. Chou incorporated diverse genres such as Rhythm and blues, R&B and alternative rock in albums such as ''Yeh Hui-Mei'' (2003) and ''November's Chopin'' (2005), as well as influences f ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Beijing Pop Music Awards
The Beijing Pop Music Awards (), formerly known as Chinese Music Radio Awards () between 2000 and 2006, is a Chinese music awards founded by Beijing Music Radio in 1993 to recognize Chinese popular music. It was on hiatus from 2013-2017 before resuming in 2018 as Global Chinese Pop Chart Awards (). Ceremonies Categories 2012 Beijing Pop Music Awards * Most Popular New Artist * Best New Singer-Songwriter * Best New Artist * Best Lyrics * Best Composition * Best Arrangement * Best Single Producer * Best Album Producer * Best Singer-Songwriter * Best Band/Group * Style Breakthrough Award * Best All-Round Artist * Media Recommend Artist * Best Female Stage Performance * Best Male Stage Performance * Best Female Singer * Best Male Singer * Best EP * Best Album * Most Popular Female Singer * Most Popular Male Singer * Outstanding Achievement Award * Songs of the Year References Chinese music awards {{music-award-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2008 Albums
The following is a list of albums, EPs, and mixtape In the modern music industry, a mixtape is a musical project, typically with looser constraints than that of an album or extended play. Unlike the traditional album or extended play, mixtapes are labeled as laid-back projects that allow artists mo ...s released in 2008. These albums are (1) original, i.e. excluding reissues, remasters, and compilations of previously released recordings, and (2) notable, defined as having received significant coverage from reliable sources independent of the subject. For additional information about bands formed, reformed, disbanded, or on hiatus, for deaths of musicians, and for links to musical awards, see 2008 in music. First quarter January February March Second quarter April May June Third quarter July August September Fourth quarter October November December References {{DEFAULTSORT:2008 albums Albums 2008 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lara Veronin
Lara Veronin, also known as Lara Liang ), is a Taiwanese-American singer. Career Nan Quan Mama Lara was born in California, United States in 1988, and she moved back to Taipei, Taiwan with her older sister, Esther Veronin, and her parents in 2001, where she graduated from Taipei American School in 2006. Having participated in music performances and music groups from a young age, Veronin was discovered in 2005 by Taiwanese pop star Jay Chou and became the female frontman in Chou's second iteration of his band project: "Nan Quan Mama". That same year, Lara also skyrocketed to fame when she released a duet with Jay Chou titled "Coral Sea" (). In Nan Quan Mama, Veronin acted not only as a performer but often also as songwriter and/or lyricist, where she collaborated often with bandmate Chase Chang (Chinese:張傑, p=Zhāng Jíe) on creating tracks. During this time, Veronin also made her first forays into acting, having starred in 2006 Taiwanese drama series ''Engagement for Lov ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Golden Melody Award For Best Album Mandarin
The Golden Melody Award for Best Mandarin Album () is an honor presented at the Golden Melody Awards, a ceremony that was established in 1990, to recording artists for quality Mandopop music albums. The honor was first presented in 2005 as Best Mandarin Pop Vocal Album at the 16th Golden Melody Awards to Sandee Chan for ''Then We All Wept in Silence''. In 2007, the category became known as Best Mandarin Album. Tanya Chua and Jay Chou currently hold the record for the most nominations, with six; followed by A-Mei Kulilay Amit (; born 9 August 1972), better known by her stage name A-Mei, is a Taiwanese singer and record producer of Puyuma descent. Born as Amit Kulilay in eastern Taiwan, she made her debut in 1996. A leading figure of the Mandopop music ... with five. Recipients Category facts Most wins Most nominations References {{Golden Melody Awards Golden Melody Awards Album awards ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
InterContinental
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts by IHG is a British-American luxury hotel brand created in 1946 by Pan Am founder Juan Trippe. It has been part of UK-based InterContinental Hotels Group since 1998. As of January 2023, there were 208 InterContinental hotels worldwide, with 70,287 rooms. History Early years In 1945, U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Juan Trippe, President of Pan Am, discussed their concern for Latin America's need for development funds at a White House breakfast. The two men thought that one way to attract businessmen and tourists would be to offer luxury hotels in key cities. Trippe contacted Statler Hotels' chief executive H.B. Callis, and his company undertook a feasibility study, but the company decided the program would be too expensive. Trippe contacted multiple other US hotel chains, but none showed interest. Roosevelt requested that Pan Am take the lead in developing 5000 hotel rooms in Latin America, with a projected cost of $50,000,000 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jenna Wang
Jenna Wang or Wang Szu-ping () is a Taiwanese actress. Filmography Television series Films * ''Gangster Rock'' (2010) * ''War Game 229'' (2011) * ''Open! Open!'' (2015) * ''Oh, Pretty Woman'' (2018) References External links * * 1987 births 21st-century Taiwanese actresses Actresses from Taipei Living people {{Taiwan-actor-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Andrea Chen
Andrea Chen (; born 20 November 1987) is a Taiwanese actress and model. She graduated from National Taiwan University. Chen has been dubbed "Little Vivian Chow" by the Taiwanese media due to her resemblance to the Hong Kong actress and singer. She started her career as a commercial model and appeared in music videos before embarking on an acting career. She made her acting debut in 2011 starring as the second lead actress in the popular television series ''In Time with You ''In Time with You'' () is a 2011 Taiwanese television series written by Mag Hsu and directed by Winnie Chu. It stars Ariel Lin and Chen Bolin. Synopsis Cheng You Qing ( Ariel Lin) is the manager of a Taiwanese shoe manufacturer. On her 30 ...'', playing the role of Maggie. Filmography Television series Film Music video appearances References External links * * * {{DEFAULTSORT:Chen, Andrea 21st-century Taiwanese actresses Taiwanese television actresses Living people Taiwane ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hit FM (Taiwan)
Hit FM is a pop music radio station in Taiwan. It broadcasts in Taipei, Taichung, and Kaohsiung. Hit FM is owned by Voice of Taipei Broadcasting (). It is one of the radio stations undeHitoradio.com Hit FM is the highest-rated Top Ten radio station in Taiwan. Features Fresh Release The show, "Fresh Release" broadcast pop music. Hit Fm is one of the Chinese radio stations that broadcasts songs. Their competitor, Kaohsiung-based KISS Radio Taiwan, also broadcasts Mandopop as well as English top 40 songs. Hit DJ Each Weekend, two artists (group) introduce music on air. Many Taiwanese/Mandarin Pop Music Artists, such as Jay Chou, Show Lo, A-Mei, Jolin Tsai, S.H.E, Leehom Wang, Stefanie Sun, F.I.R., etc., have done their time as DJs. Hit FM No.1 Every day, Hit FM introduces the No. 1 song from different music charts throughout the world. * Monday: U.S. ''Billboard'' Hot 100 * Tuesday: Hito Chinese Pop Charts () * Wednesday: UK Singles Chart * Thursday: Japan Oricon Charts (� ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
On The Run! (Jay Chou Album)
''On the Run!'' or known as ''I'm Very Busy'' () is the eighth studio album by Taiwanese singer-songwriter Jay Chou, released on 2 November 2007 by JVR Music & Sony BMG. It features various tracks including "Blue and White Porcelain", "Rainbow", and "A Dandelion's Promise". Background and development ''On the Run!'' is Chou's first album released under his self-founded label, JVR Music. After his contract with his former company expired, Chou chose not to renew and instead launched his own label. Chou subsequently found himself frequently occupied with managing the company, concert performances, commercials, and movies; it was from then where the concept of the album emerged. Chou noted that the album title served as a form of self-mockery, reflecting both his hectic lifestyle and a sense of helplessness with constant demands. Talking about the album's development, Chou commented, "Generally, the creation of my album usually starts with music before the concept, but this time ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
November's Chopin
''November's Chopin'' () is the sixth studio album by Taiwanese recording artist Jay Chou. It was released on 1 November 2005, by Alfa Music and Sony BMG. The album's production was handled entirely by Chou himself, while the lyrical content was handled by frequent collaborator Vincent Fang along with songwriters Devon Song, Alang Huang, and Michael Lin. ''November's Chopin,'' like its predecessors, is primary a R&B and pop record that also utilizes soft rock. The title of the album pays homage to Polish composer and pianist Frédéric Chopin, whom Chou was inspired by since his childhood. The album was met with positive reviews from music critics upon its release. In Taiwan, it peaked at number one on the G-Music album chart for multiple weeks and was best-selling album of the year, with sales of over 280,000 copies. It became the singer's fifth consecutive yearly number-one album in Taiwan since his second studio album, ''Fantasy'', in 2001. ''November's Chopin'' was later ce ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Playing Card Suit
In playing cards, a suit is one of the categories into which the cards of a deck are divided. Most often, each card bears one of several pips (symbols) showing to which suit it belongs; the suit may alternatively or additionally be indicated by the color printed on the card. The rank for each card is determined by the number of pips on it, except on face cards. Ranking indicates which cards within a suit are better, higher or more valuable than others, whereas there is no order between the suits unless defined in the rules of a specific card game. In most decks, there is exactly one card of any given rank in any given suit. A deck may include special cards that belong to no suit, often called jokers. While English-speaking countries traditionally use cards with the French suits of Clubs, Spades, Hearts and Diamonds, many other countries have their own traditional suits. Much of central Europe uses German suited cards with suits of Acorns (Clubs), Leaves (Spades), Hearts ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
