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Picard Brothers
Picard Brothers are a duo of producers, songwriters and DJs composed by Maxime Picard and Clément Picard. The two French brothers have worked on records by Diplo, Mark Ronson, Silk City, Beyoncé, Madonna and many others throughout their career. They won a Grammy Award in 2019 for Best Dance Recording for their contribution to "Electricity" by Silk City and Dua Lipa. They also release their own artist project under the name Picard Brothers. Career Picard Brothers started their music career at an early age and produced beats for French rappers. In 2011, they met and started working closely with Diplo, became part of his core production crew. They quickly signed their first Platinum certified song "It Won't Stop" by Sevyn Streeter and Chris Brown Working between Paris and Los Angeles, they have been involved in many Diplo and Major Lazer releases such as " Powerful" with Ellie Goulding and Tarrus Riley, "Look Back" with DRAM. In 2018, they met Mark Ronson and helped in th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Paris
Paris () is the capital and most populous city of France, with an estimated population of 2,165,423 residents in 2019 in an area of more than 105 km² (41 sq mi), making it the 30th most densely populated city in the world in 2020. Since the 17th century, Paris has been one of the world's major centres of finance, diplomacy, commerce, fashion, gastronomy, and science. For its leading role in the arts and sciences, as well as its very early system of street lighting, in the 19th century it became known as "the City of Light". Like London, prior to the Second World War, it was also sometimes called the capital of the world. The City of Paris is the centre of the Île-de-France region, or Paris Region, with an estimated population of 12,262,544 in 2019, or about 19% of the population of France, making the region France's primate city. The Paris Region had a GDP of €739 billion ($743 billion) in 2019, which is the highest in Europe. According to the Economis ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Madonna (entertainer)
Madonna Louise Ciccone (; ; born August 16, 1958) is an American singer-songwriter and actress. Widely dubbed the "Queen of Pop", Madonna has been noted for her continual reinvention and versatility in music production, songwriting, and visual presentation. She has pushed the boundaries of artistic expression in mainstream music, while continuing to maintain control over every aspect of her career. Her works, which incorporate social, political, sexual, and religious themes, have generated both controversy and critical acclaim. A prominent cultural figure crossing both the 20th and 21st centuries, Madonna remains one of the most "well-documented figures of the modern age", with a broad amount of scholarly reviews and literature works on her, as well as an academic mini subdiscipline devoted to her named Madonna studies. At 20 years old, Madonna moved to New York City in 1978 to pursue a career in modern dance. After performing as a drummer, guitarist, and vocalist in t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wizkid
Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun (born 16 July 1990), known professionally as Wizkid, is a Nigerian singer and songwriter. A prominent figure in the modern-day Afrobeats music scene, Wizkid is regarded as one of the biggest and most influential African artists of all time. He began recording music at the age of 11 and released a collaborative album with the Glorious Five (5), a group he and a couple of his church friends formed. In 2009, Wizkid signed a record deal with Banky W's Empire Mates Entertainment (E.M.E). He later rose to the limelight after releasing " Holla at Your Boy", the lead single from his debut studio album, ''Superstar'' (2011), which also spawned the singles "Tease Me/Bad Guys" and "Don't Dull". In September 2014, he released the self-titled second studio album, ''Ayo.'' The album was supported by six singles, including the song " Jaiye Jaiye". Wizkid left E.M.E. after his contract expired. In 2016, Wizkid achieved international recognition following his collabo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nothing Breaks Like A Heart
"Nothing Breaks Like a Heart" is a song by British musician Mark Ronson featuring American singer Miley Cyrus, released on 29 November 2018 by RCA Records as the lead single from Ronson's fifth studio album, '' Late Night Feelings'' (2019). Peaking at number 2 on the UK Singles Chart and number 43 on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100, the song was nominated for Song of the Year at the 2020 Brit Awards, marking Cyrus' first ever nomination. Background and promotion Ronson and Cyrus reportedly wrote the track in May 2018, posting on social media that they were working together in the studio. In June 2018, Ronson said that the song was "coming soon". While it had been rumoured beforehand, the song title was later confirmed on the BBC's website listing for ''The Graham Norton Show''. The single was announced on 25 November 2018 via Ronson's social media. The following day, Cyrus announced the single, ending her four-month hiatus from social media. Live performances The track was first ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Late Night Feelings
''Late Night Feelings'' is the fifth studio album by British producer Mark Ronson. It was released on 21 June 2019. It is his first album in four years, following Uptown Special (2015). Its lead single, "Nothing Breaks Like a Heart" featuring Miley Cyrus, was released on 29 November 2018. The title track " Late Night Feelings", featuring Lykke Li, was released alongside the album pre-order on 12 April. "Don't Leave Me Lonely" was released on 17 May 2019 as the album's third single. " Find U Again" featuring Camila Cabello was released on 30 May 2019 as the fourth single. "Pieces of Us" featuring King Princess was released on 17 June 2019 as the album's fifth single. Background In an interview with ''Las Vegas Weekly'', Ronson described the album as "definitely the best thing" he has ever made and the album he has worked the hardest on. He also agreed that the album contains "sad bangers", as those are the kinds of songs that have "emotional resonance" and that he was drawn to maki ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
DRAM (musician)
Shelley Marshaun Massenburg-Smith (born August 3, 1988), known professionally as DRAM (); an abbreviation for "does real-ass music", formerly Shelley FKA DRAM, is a German-born American rapper, singer, and record producer from Hampton, Virginia. He is signed to Atlantic Records and Empire Distribution. His debut single was "Cha Cha", followed by his breakout single "Broccoli" (featuring Lil Yachty), which peaked at number five on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100. In October 2016, he released his debut studio album ''Big Baby DRAM''. Early life Massenburg-Smith was born in Landstuhl, West Germany. Before the age of one, he moved to the United States and was raised in Hampton, Virginia. His mother was in the military.Lawrence BurneyMeet D.R.A.M., the Virginia Artist Who Stopped Following the Rules of Rap and Had One Epic SummerVice Media, October 8, 2014 As a teenager, Massenburg-Smith was an ardent fan of the singer Bilal and recalls discovering his unreleased second album '' Love for ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tarrus Riley
Omar "Tarrus" Riley (born April 26, 1979, Bronx, New York, United States) is a Jamaican-American reggae singer and member of the Rastafari movement.Kenner, Rob (2009)Reggae Singer With a Legacy, a Following and a Mission. ''New York Times''. 21 August 2009. Retrieved 31 August 2009. Biography Riley was born in Bronx, New York, and raised in Jamaica. His father Jimmy Riley was a veteran reggae singer. Tarrus made his recording debut as a teenager. In 2004, he released his debut album, ''Challenges''. Riley has consistently racked up awards for his work. Among his accolades are Best Singer, Male Vocalist, Cultural Artiste, Song of the Year, and Best Song. Some of the awards institutions that have rewarded Riley include the Youth View Awards, The Star People's Choice Awards, EME Awards, and the Reggae Academy awards. He is the holder of Jamaica's CVM TV's 15th Anniversary Award, held in February 2009, for the "Most Admired Song in the Past 15 Years" for the hit "She's Royal". ... [...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 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 Brit Awards in the same year. She released her debut studio 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", which reached on the UK Singles Chart; and "Lights", which peaked at on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100, becoming Goulding's highest-charting single to date. Goulding's second studio album, ''Hal ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Powerful (song)
"Powerful" is a song recorded by American electronic music project Major Lazer. It's the second official single off their third studio album, '' Peace Is the Mission'' (2015), featuring guest vocals from English singer Ellie Goulding and Jamaican singer Tarrus Riley. The song was initially planned to be the lead single from the album but was scrapped in favor of Lean On. Composition The song is described as an "EDM power ballad" and its soul, pop and R&B nature led the critics to label it as one of the most accessible and radio friendly songs in the album. It was written by Thomas Pentz, Maxime Picard, Clement Picard, Ilsey Juber, Fran Hall and reggae musician Tarrus Riley; the latter is also featured on the track along singer Ellie Goulding. The song is a musical departure from Major Lazer's dancehall-inspired signature sound, having this song dubbed as a ballad by many reporters. Lyrically, the song talks about the protagonist's significant other having 'power' on them, such ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chris Brown
Christopher Maurice Brown (born May 5, 1989) is an American singer, songwriter, dancer, and actor. According to ''Billboard'', Brown is one of the most successful R&B singers of his generation, having often been referred to by many contemporaries as the " King of R&B". His musical style has been defined as polyhedric, with his R&B being characterized by several influences from other genres, mainly hip hop and pop music. His lyrics develop predominantly over themes of sex, romance, fast life, desire, regret, and emotional conflict. Brown has gained a cult following and wide comparisons to Michael Jackson for his stage presence. In 2004, Brown signed with Jive Records, and released his self-titled debut studio album the following year, which was later certified triple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). With his debut single " Run It!" peaking atop the ''Billboard'' Hot 100, Brown became the first male artist since 1995 to have his debut ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sevyn Streeter
Amber Denise "Sevyn" Streeter (born July 7, 1986)Sevyn Streeter Biography Retrieved February 3, 2013. "Born July 7, 1986, to Tim and Karen Streeter in Haines City..." is an American singer and songwriter, best known for being a member of the girl groups and where she was known as Se7en. She signed to and released her debut single "I Like It" in 2012. Her debut ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
It Won't Stop
"It Won't Stop" is a song recorded by American singer Sevyn Streeter, featuring vocals from American singer Chris Brown. It was released on May 22, 2013, as the first single from her debut extended play (EP) '' Call Me Crazy, But...'', by Atlantic Records. The single achieved Platinum status from Recording Industry Association of America and received a warm reception from industry critics and the public. Reception According to the '' Vibe'' magazine, the single "dominated the Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay category for nine weeks straight" upon its release. NPR has described the song as having "sunk into our collective consciousness through commercial radio play and a music video viewed more than 35 million times s of 2014and on the recommendation of a growing group of critics and fans", with lyrics that are "vernacular, warm, and unpretentious". Background and composition The song was premiered on May 22, 2013. On June 24, 2013, Streeter released an acoustic performance v ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
