Showing posts with label biography. Show all posts
Showing posts with label biography. Show all posts
Monday, 24 October 2011
Biography for Enrique Iglesias
Date of Birth
8 May 1975, Madrid, Spain
Birth Name
Enrique Miguel Iglesias Preysler
Nickname
Quique
"E"
Kike
EI
Super Nova
Height
6' 1½" (1.87 m) Date of Birth
8 May 1975, Madrid, Spain
Mini Biography
Enrique Preysler Iglesias was born in Madrid, Spain, to Julio Iglesias and Isabel Preysler. In 1979, his parents marriage was annulled. He was eight years old when he moved to the US, and at the age of 15, secretly began writing music. He studied business administration at Miami University for a year before he dropped out to pursue a music career. Five years later, on September 25, 1995, he released his first album. His second album, which was recorded in Spanish, was released on January 29th, 1997. More great albums followed: "Vivir", "Cosas Del Amor", "Enrique", "Escape" and "Quizas" All together, Enrique has sold over 15 million albums world wide!
Trade Mark
Known for the mole he had on his right cheek
Trivia
Son of Julio Iglesias and Isabel Preysler.
The same writing team that wrote singer Cher's "Believe" wrote his hit "Bailamos.".
Considers himself a songwriter first, and singer second.
Younger brother of Julio Iglesias Jr. and Chabeli Iglesias.
Number #1 Spanish album: Quizas (Latin Billboard Charts)
Has five younger half siblings on his father's side, Miguel, Rodrigo, twins Victoria & Christina and Guillermo. On his mother's side he has two younger half sisters, Tamara Falcó and Ana Boyer.
Appeared on the cover of the Spanish edition of 'Rolling Stone', December 15th, 2002.
Number #3 Spanish Song: "Para Que La Vida" (Latin Billboard Charts).
Number #1 song "Para Que La Vida" on Latin Billboard Music Charts.
Has had 16 number #1 songs.
Is the first Latin artist to have the most #1 singles on Latin Billboard Charts history.
Had a mole on his right cheek removed. [April 2003]
His song "Quizas" ("Maybe") is about his dad, Julio Iglesias.
Quizas received a Latin Grammy nomination for Best Male Pop Vocal Album (2003).
"Be With You" received a Grammy nomination for Best Dance Recording (2001).
Decided to part with his trademark mole after a doctor told him it could become cancerous.
Won The Latin Grammy For "Best Male Pop Vocal Album" [September 3rd, 2003]
His new single, "Addicted," is from his [new] 4th English album titled "7" Enrique's album is due out November 25th, 2003.
Born in Madrid, Spain, but grew up in Miami, Florida.
His song "Addicted" debuted on Casey Kasem's AT40 on November 16th, 2003 at #38.
Song "Addicted" is #37 on Casey Kasem's AT40 [November 23rd, 2003]
His song "Addicted" only went up to #26 on Casey Kasem's American Top 40.
Was Ryan Seacrest's first musical guest on his new show "On-Air with Ryan Seacrest" (2004) on 12 January 2004.
Co-wrote Clay Aiken's song "The Way".
He is half Spaniard and half Filipino.
In Spanish, his song "Bailamos" means "we dance" and "Para Que La Vida" means "why there's life".
Was the executive producer on his albums, Escape, Quizas, and Seven.
Wrote all the songs on his Escape, Quizas and Seven albums.
When he was about 9 years old, his grandfather was kidnapped but later found safe and well.
Appeared on "On-air with Ryan Seacrest" on 19 May 2004. He was interviewed by a fan of the show named "Super Enrique Fan." He was interviewed before his performance at the Wango Tango Concert held 15 May 2004. He sang "Addicted," "Hero" and "Bailamos."
At the Wango Tango Concert held 15 May 2004. He sang "Addicted," "Hero" and "Bailamos."
August 2004; chosen as a renowned songwriter to sit on the executive committee to choose the Maxell Song of the Year.
15 September 2004: In the 7th Annual In Style Magazine's "What's Hot Now" Poll, he almost beat out Clay Aiken for the title of Sexiest Singer.
Including both his English and Spanish albums, Enrique named his album "Seven" because it was his 7th album all together.
November 2004; Enrique will be on the board of advisory in the project "International Year of Microcredit." The project offers small loans to business people in impoverished countries.
December 2004: His song "Not In Love" was voted #3 Best Dance Track/Song by Billboard Magazine for the year 2004.
2005; Presented the new Viceroy watch collection 'Señas de Identidad' at Munreco Building in Madrid, Spain.
Spokesman for the fragrance 'Blue Star Men' by Tommy Hilfiger. The fragrance line is set to launch Fall 2005 (Beyonce is the spokeswoman for 'Blue Star Women' by Tommy Hilfiger.) [2005]
Has two dogs; Grammy [Golden Retriver] and Lucas [German Shepherd]
His on-screen debut in Once Upon a Time in Mexico (2003) was the last footage of him with his trademark mole.
Ranked #44 on VH1's 100 Sexiest Artists.
Has one nephew Alejandro, from his sister Chabeli.
Personal Quotes
"If your buying an album because of the face on it, you're stupid."
"I don't consider myself a sex symbol."
"I know it sounds corny, but when you follow your dreams, it happens. And if it's music, take it seriously."
"I don't care what people say. My music's, my music."
"The power of music in Spanish is so strong, that I couldn't stay away from it any longer"
"Touring is my favorite thing to do! I love the adrenaline I feel when I'm on stage and the energy I get from my fans."
"We grow from experience. My music is always changing and in constant evolution. My first album is completely different to the last album. I just follow my own taste on music."
"I like being underestimated. That's what pushes me, drives me to make a great album. I keep having to prove myself. This [music/song writing] is the only thing I know how to do, the only thing I really love."
"What won't change is always striving for that great song and that great album. That's the challenge, that's the fun, and that's what will always drive me."
"The song "Hero" is a very deep and personal song. All my songs I write come from something that's happened to me, in my life or someone I've met. But, I'll never tell what they are about. It's a secret."
"At the end of the day a great melody is great - but the lyrics are what make a song timeless."
"Creating a fragrance will be an exciting way to reach new fans while connecting with those people who already enjoy my music. I have always admired Tommy Hilfiger and am very excited about this new venture with Tommy Hilfiger Toiletries." [Response to his 2005 Fragrance line, 'Blue Star Men']
Where Are They Now
(April 2003) Is working on 2nd English album, due fall 2003.
(September 2003) His new single from his 4th album will be "Addicted". His 4th album is due out November 25th, 2003.
(October 2003) Is filming his [new] video "Addicted" in Los Angeles along side The O.C.'s Misha Barton.
(January 2004) Released "Not In Love" from his album 'Seven'
(January 2004) Plays an evil Roman emperor in a Pepsi ad with Pink, Beyonce Knowles and Britney Spears. The girls star as gladiators while singing to Queen hit "We will rock you".
(March 2004) Is on tour in Australia.
(July 2004) Will not be releasing any more songs/singles from his album "Seven," but is working on his next album.
(February 2005) In the studio working on his 3rd English album.
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Tuesday, 18 October 2011
Biography - RIP Soni Pabla - A Legend Never Dies
Tejpal Singh Pabla / "Soni Pabla"(June 29, 1976 - October 14, 2006) Born and raised in India. Soni moved to Toronto, Canada in 1994. He was working in a factory, when somehow, his finger got cut off. After this mishap, he started driving a truck. He then sold his truck for approximately $60,000, and decided to persue a singing career. He studied under the teachings of
Mahesh Malwani, which led him towards a recording contract. Soni released his Heeray Heeray in 2002. Soni Pabla first came to many Bhangra fans attention when he collaborated with fellow Planet Recordz stable-mate, on the massive album 'Behind The Scenes.' His song "Gal Dil Di" (with Joti Dhillon) was his trademark song, which set a pavement for him in the punjabi music industry. In 2004, Soni teamed up with Sukshinder Shinda to create a masterpiece titled "Gal Dil Di". He did it with Bikranjit Dhindsa under his banner "Velocity Rekords". Gal Dil Di was a big hit. The songs "Nishani" and "Gal Dil Di" were hit numbers all around
He was working on his upcoming album until his untimely death on October 14, 2006. He was performing at a concert in Toronto on 14th october 2006. He sang 4 songs and went backstage since he was not feeling well. He was given water by his friends and while talking to them, he just collapsed. His friends tried to revive him but he passed away even before the ambulance got to the scene.
He was the only brother of 4 sisters. He migrated with his mom to Canda about 12 years ago. He worked at a factory when he was younger, and he even worked for some time as a truck driver. At first he was just intersted in writing songs, but then later turned to singing. He recently married in December 2005; and his wife had just come to Canda 2 months ago. Soni was planning on going to India this week and he had already booked his ticket. His new album was already finished before he died.
Soni will remain in the hearts of everyone he touched, and in the hearts of those who heard his voice.
There are many rumors going around regarding Soni Pabla's death, however, the death is in no way related to drugs, alcohol or poison. An autopsy has revealed that Soni Pabla had indeed died of a heart attack.Its sad that he only got married I believe only December 2005 he leaves his pregnant wife alone in this world. Again we pay tribute to another fallen solider. R.I.P. SONI PABLA.
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