Female foursome Soluna (mixture of sun and moon in Spanish) were formed in the late '90s by Chilean, Colombian, Mexican, and Puerto Rican descendants, singing in both English and Spanish.
"When the four of us are singing and we're totally locked in harmony, the experience is a high in itself," says Soluna's America Olivo. "It's a great feeling to be wrapped in harmony like that."
In an age when Marilyn Manson's ghoulish theatrics are considered old hat by many, how does a new band grab some attention?
Well, you could commandeer a school bus a la the Partridge Family, drive to the world's largest ball of twine, and play your songs for anyone that will listen.
Singer, songwriter, and producer Stevie B. was among the leading lights of the Miami dance music scene of the late '80s, later reaching the top of the pop charts with the
Singer, songwriter, and producer Stevie B. was among the leading lights of the Miami dance music scene of the late '80s, later reaching the top of the pop charts
Sugababes are a Brit Award winning female pop group trio from London, England formed in 1998.
Multi-ethnic U.K. trio Sugababes jumped aboard the teen pop bandwagon prior to the new millennium and exuded their own sassy demeanor without the frivolity of most mainstream acts.
T.A.T.U. achieved instant fame and notoriety -- first in Eastern Europe, then the UK, and now America -- for their infectious pop stylings and fully exploited quasi-lesbianism. Their debut album, 200 Po Vstriechnoy, was the top album in Russia in 2001, while its English version, 200 Km/H In the Wrong Lane, was released in 2002 to growing acclaim.
Named after an internationally fashionable word, the teen pop duo delivered captivating melodies and controversial lyrics and signed up to Universal Music Russia on May 16, 2001. Their debut single, "Ya Soshla s Uma (I've Lost My Mind)," based on a story about a lesbian affair between two young girls, became their first smash, gaining international exposure through MTV
A WORD FROM THE GIRLS:
I, Julia Volkova, and I, Elena Katina, admit, that being under drinking age, we have been persuaded to take part in the girl-band called Tattoo by band’s future producer Ivan Shapovalov.
Assembled by former TV-commercial producer Ivan Shapovalov after auditioning hundreds of candidates at Moscow's Mostfilm studios, t.A.T.u. (aka Taty) comprised Julia Olegovna Volkova (aka Julia Volkova; born 1985) and Elena Sergeevna Katina (aka Lena Katina; born 1984).
Singer-songwriter Terami Hirsch believes in embracing the imaginary. Hirsch’s literate alternative pop music combines low-fi electronics with haunting piano melodies. Decisively departing from the standard collaborative model of album creation, Hirsch’s artistic process is solitary and searching.
As a pianist and producer, Richard's is a rare talent. It was by his talent and ability that the foundation was laid for the subsequent success of the Carpenter's Musical Family.
At the sprouting age of sixteen, they reached their goals quickly and their dreams of rock stardom become a reality. The four friends made a conscious conclusion that the music scene in Finland sucked and needed a change or at least a fresh approach.
On a cold winter day nine years ago The Rasmus, (now one of Finland’s most respected bands), stepped on stage for the first time at their high school in the Finnish capital Helsinki. Never did these guys expect that nearly ten years later they would be receiving several gold and platinum records as well as several Finnish Grammy awards and a following of tens of thousands of enthusiastic fans.
The Danish pop group Toy Box features vocalists Anila and Amir, whose cartoonish vocals (and bouncy backing music) recall fellow Danes Aqua. Their debut album Fantastic was released in 1999 and included the single "Tarzan & Jane, " the group's definitive slice of bubblegum synth-pop
The Danish pop group Toy Box features vocalists Anila and Amir, whose cartoonish vocals (and bouncy backing music) recall fellow Danes Aqua. Their debut album Fantastic was released in 1999 and included the single "Tarzan & Jane, " the group's definitive slice of bubblegum synth-pop.
Singer and songwriter Tyler Hilton started in music early, the product of a musical family that kept him curious about playing guitar, singing, and performing.
Tyler James Hilton is an American singer-songwriter and actor. Hilton began his professional career in music in 2000. Rolling Stone Magazine compared him to his contemporary, Howie Day, while others have compared Hilton to Elton John, both vocally and instrumentally.
With an appealing blend of luck, pluck and sheer musical talent, 20 year- old troubadour Tyler Hilton has launched a career that promises to take this gifted Palm Springs, California native all the way.
Tracy Williams, Cristal Bermudez and Eileen Esposito are UC3. Tampa Bay's Channelside Productions is delighted to be working with these wonderfully talented young ladies who are exploding on the Florida, national and international music scene. Their distinctive beauty, soulful voices and powerful hip hop dancing continues to be recognized in the national media including Billboard Magazine, New York Daily News, Boston Globe, Los Angeles Time, New York Daily Post, Entertainment Weekly, Jay Leno and Conan O'Brien.
She's "That Japanese girl" that you're going to be hearing a lot from, soon.
If Vanessa were judged on her first career choice -- ballet -- then she might have been deemed a failure.
Born in a tiny town in Pennsylvania, this musician was listening to music before she was born, as her mother performed various classical pieces in the home's piano.
Vanessa Carlton is an American pop and rock singer, songwriter, and pianist best known for the hit song A Thousand Miles, a single from her platinum-selling debut album Be Not Nobody (2002).
In my own words...
I was born 8/16/80 and raised in Mitford, PA by my parents Ed and Heidi Carlton.
Dance-pop troupe the Vengaboys was originally formed by Spanish DJs Danski and Delmundo, who performed live under the name between 1992 and 1996, additionally scoring a handful of underground club hits.
Vitamin C is the nom de plume for singer Colleen Fitzpatrick, who fronted Eve's Plum for two very good, and overlooked, albums released by 550 Music in the mid-'90s. Here she steps out on her own for a self-titled solo debut that is every bit as engaging as those two releases and more so.
The onetime Colleen Fitzpatrick was lead singer of the punk-pop band Eve's Plum first, and then made the switch to explicitly teen-oriented dance-pop when that band broke up, by which time she was well into her late twenties.
Most teen pop singers are actual teenagers who ostensibly try to shed their bubblegum image and shoot for credibility once they get older. Vitamin C is a strange exception:
Ah, yes. The reality of Willa Ford versus the myth.
When Willa Ford talks about "her" sound, she means it literally.
Model - Singer - er - really hot looking
Remember Jessica Rabbit's immortal catchphrase, "I'm not bad, I'm just drawn that way?" Those eight words are the antithesis of what makes Willa Ford unique in the pop music universe.
As a losing contestant on American Idol, William Hung won the hearts of millions with his spirited if ugly performance.
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