Black Sabbath will kick off their world reunion tour next year by headlining a number of Europe's premier music festivals in 2012.

They will kick things off on Friday May 18th in Moscow at Olimpski, followed by performances at Download Festival [UK], Azkena Rock Festival [Spain], Hellfest [France], Graspop Metal Meeting [Belgium] and Gods of Metal [Italy].

According to a statement, the group's global tour which will take the band around the world including countries the band has never played before and others they have not visited in more than three decades.

A special tour featuring legendary producer & recording artist KENNY “BABYFACE” EDMONDS and his friends with whom he has had the honor of collaborating and working with throughout his career. The star-studded tour - set to include BABYFACE, BOYZ II MEN, BRIAN MCKNIGHT, ERIC BENET, and BRANDY all on one stage in one night - will make stops throughout Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Asia from late February through March 2012.

In just one night and for the price of one ticket, audiences will be dazzled with an array of greatest hit performances by each of the afore-mentioned Artists. While BABYFACE will act as the Master of Ceremonies for the evening, each of the Artists will perform several of their Greatest Hits sharing one band and one production. All five Artists could not be more thrilled to share the stage for this tour-of-a-lifetime.

One of reggaeton's first international superstars - Don Omar - after reaching top spots in the US and Europe music charts is ready for European tour. Get ready for the best reggaeton sounds in February and March 2012!

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He may just have married for the third time, but former Beatle Paul McCartney isn't settling down to a quiet life. Fresh from walking down the aisle with Nancy Shevell, the singer-songwriter has announced plans for an 11-date tour to begin next month.

His On The Run tour will play dates in Russia, Europe, London and his hometown of Liverpool as well as the United Arab Emirates. It will wrap up in the Beatles home city of Liverpool with a performance at the Echo Arena on Dec. 20, with tickets due to go on sale on Thursday.

"Playing live is one of the most exciting parts of my job," the singer said in a statement announcing the tour. "My audiences seem to get better each year, and the band and I love the buzz and feedback they give us."

The 69-year-old married Shevell at Marylebone Registry office in London in front of guests including Ringo Starr, Rolling Stone Ronnie Wood and musician Jools Holland.

Fans queued for hours to catch a glimpse of the couple, who married in the same spot that McCartney had wed his first wife Linda more than 40 years ago. The bride wore a knee-length ivory silk dress designed by Stella McCartney and the groom told gathered fans "I feel absolutely wonderful."

The Red Hot Chili Peppers are bringing their new album to a movie theater near you.

The group will perform their new album, I'm With You, in concert and have it beamed in HD to theaters in 33 countries on August 30, the same day that the album is released.

After the performance of the album, they will also be playing some of their biggest hits.

Check to see if a theater near you will be showing the concert at www.rhcplivehd.com.

They have also made a trailer for the event, linked below.

I'm With You trailer.

 Avril Lavigne says she's already started work on her fifth studio album. During a recent chat with her fan site avrilbandaids.com, the singer revealed she already has a few songs that are a lock to appear on the follow-up to Goodbye Lullaby.

"I already have 8 songs! I would like to release the 5th album really quick," she told the site. "This record was more mellow, and the next one will be pop and more fun again. I already have a song that I know is going to be a single, I just need to re-record it!"

Goodbye Lullaby hit stores on March 2 and thus far has peaked at number four on the Billboard 200 chart. The album includes the singles "What the Hell" and "Smile," which peaked at numbers eight and forty on the Billboard Pop Songs chart, respectively.

Avril Lavigne tour dates:

Moscow, RUS Moscow Arena Sun Sep 04 / 11

Turin, ITA Palaolimpico Thu Sep 08 / 11

Rome, ITA Palalottomatica Sat Sep 10 / 11

Milan, ITA Mediolanum Forum Sun Sep 11 / 11

Amsterdam, NL Heineken Music Hall Tue Sep 13 / 11

Paris, FRA Zenith Thu Sep 15 / 11

Paris, FRA Zenith Fri Sep 16 / 11

Paris, FRA Zenith Sat Sep 17 / 11

London, UK Hammersmith Apollo Wed Sep 21 / 11

AKON is a Senegalese American rapper and R&B singer. He gained popularity in 2004 with hit-singles “Locked Up”, “Ghetto” and “Lonely” from the debut album “Trouble”. Akon's second album “Konvicted” (2006) appeared in collaborations with Snoop Dogg, Eminem and Styles P.
The rapper also featured with Gwen Stefani Snoop Dogg Michael Jackson, Lionel Richie David Guetta Chamillionaire Pitbull, Nelly and Wyclef Jean. In 2007 Akon received award as Favorite Soul/R&B Male Artist from the American Music Awards and as the Best Selling African Artist from the World Music Awards. The rapper’s latest album “Freedom” was released in 2008.

 Xzibit is an American rapper. He started his career in the group “Likwit Crew” and since 1996 released 7 succesfull solo albums. They are “At the Speed of Life” (1996), “40 Dayz & 40 Nightz” (1998), “Restless” (2000), “Man Vs. Machine” (2002), “Weapons of Mass Destruction” (2004), “Full Circle” (2006) and “Restless 2” (2011). Xzibit’s best collaborations were with Dr. Dre, Limp Bizkit, X-Ecutioners, Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Ja Rule, Nate Dogg, Timbaland and Korn.

 Taio Cruz is a rapper from London. His debut album “Departure” (2008) gained the recognition of Ascap Vanguard Award 2010 and awarded as the Top Hot 100 Song on the Billboard Awards 2011. Taio’s second album “Rokstarr” (2010) included such hitsingles as “No Other One”, “Dirty Picture” and “Break Your Heart”. The third album “Black and Leather is coming in 2011. Taio Cruz collaborated with Usher, Omar, Mya, David Guetta, Jennifer Lopez, Ludacris Kylie Minogue, Will Young and many others.

 Ne-Yo is an American rapper, debuted in 2006 with the album “In My Own Words”, which was certified platinum. The hit single “Because of You” from same titled album led the US hit chats and brought Ne-Yo Grammy in 2009 for Best Contemporary R&B Album and Album of the Year. The rapper released his third album “Year of the Gentleman” in 2008 and fourth album “Libra Scale” in 2010, and announsed the release of the new album “Love and Passion” in 2011.
Ne-Yo successfully collaborated with Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Rihanna, Fabolous, Mario, 50 cent, The Game, Mariah Carey and many others.

50CENT is a rapper from New York Сity. His world popularity came with the albums “Get Rich or Die Tryin'” (2003), certified eight times platinum, and “The Massacre” (2005), certified five times platinum. The hit sigles from these albums: "In da Club", "Candy Shop", "Disco Inferno", and "How We Do". Billboard magazine ranked 50 Cent as the sixth best artist of the 2000–2009 decade and fourth top male artist and as the third top rapper behind Eminem and Nelly. 50 Cent released his third album “Curtis” in 2007 and his fourth album “Before I Self Destruct” in 2008.
The rapper successfully collaborated with G-Unit, Eminem, Dr. Dre, Ne-Yo, Tony Yayo, Lil' Kim, Lloyd Banks, R. Kelly.
 

Four time GRAMMY Award-winner, Lenny Kravitz is proud to announce that his new single, ‘Stand’ is set to hit UK radio in late June. The track is takenfrom his highly-anticipated ninth studio album,‘Black and White America’, and his first for Roadrunner Records.

The album, which debuts on August 22nd in the UK, marks Kravitz’s first release on the new label, following 8 previous albums and over 35 million units sold. In addition to his new single, Lenny Kravitz has confirmed a European tour in October/November to coincide with the launch of ‘Black and White America’.

Lenny’s tour, titled Black and White Europe, will feature brand new staging and production and include all of Lenny’s biggest hits as well as showcase the new album. Fans who sign up on www.lennykravitz.com or follow him on Facebook or Twitter will be the first to receive the exclusive pre-sale information for the tour.

Marking his first release of new material in three years, Black and White America is a rich rock and funk-infused collection filled with Lenny’s signature guitar riffs, compelling melodies and the undeniable anthemic lyricism that has been his trademark over the course of his 20-year career.

Recorded in the Bahamas and Paris, Lenny Kravitz’s vocals and guitar playing are as distinct as ever on Black and White America, showcasing the intensity with which he records and performs. Kravitz, a multi-instrumentalist, produced, wrote and arranged all 16 tracks on the record.

Regarded as one of the pre-eminent rock musicians of our time, Lenny Kravitz has transcended genre, style, race and class into a 20-year musical career, one which revels in the rich influences of '60s and '70s soul, rock and funk. From 1999 to 2002, he won four consecutive Grammy Awards, setting a record for the most wins in the “Best Male Rock Vocal Performance” category with his single “Dig In” (previously winning for “Again,” “American Woman” and “Fly Away”).

The tour dates line up as follows:

Black and White Europe Tour

October
15 Amiens, France - Zenith
17 Rotterdam, Holland - Ahoy
18 Strasbourg, France - Zenith
20 Montpellier, France - Arena
21 Toulouse, France - Zenith
23 Nantes, France - Zenith
24 Lille, France - Zenith
27 London, UK - HMV Hammersmith Apollo
30 Antwerp, Belgium - Sportpalais

November
1 Luxembourg City, Luxembourg - Rockhal
2 Dusseldorf, Germany - Mitsubishi Electric Halle
4 Hamburg, Germany - O2 Arena
5 Mannheim, Germany - SAP Arena
7 Berlin, Germany - Columbiahalle
9 Warsaw, Poland - Torwar
11 Riga, Latvia - Arena
12 Kaunas, Lithuania - Zalgiris Arena
15 Prague, Czech Republic - 02 Arena
17 Zagreb, Croatia - Arena
18 Vienna, Austria - Stadhalle
20 Treviso, Italy - Palaverde
21 Milan, Italy - Mediolanum Forum
23 Munich, Germany - Olympiahalle
24 Geneva, Switzerland - Arena
26 Zurich, Switzerland - Hallenstandion
28 Lyon, France - Halle Tony Garnier
29 Paris, France - Bercy
 

 Sade has shown through the years she is more than a smooth operator and more than a soldier of love: she is a seductress. She’s seduced us again with The Ultimate Collection.

Sade’s latest greatest hits collection covers (and uncovers) it all. From the love-making epics (“No Ordinary Love”), to the seductive dance tracks (“Smooth Operator”) and the romantic escapades (“Paradise”). There are the sappy sweet songs (“By Your Side”), the euphoric energies (“Sweetest Taboo”), plus some hidden gems (“Bullet Proof Soul”). The Ultimate Collection proves to be two discs to fulfill almost every desire.
But there are a few gems left off, like the super smooth “Somebody Broke My Heart,” the sweet ditty “Whan Am I Gonna Make A Living” and the bass-heavy “Turn My Back On You.” Even being a 2-disc set, this compilation cannot even begin to touch on the titillating tracks that fill up Sade’s six studio LPs.
But back to the songs that did make the cut. “Love is Found” is Sade’s first time making music not for for making love, but for full on, passionate, sweaty sex. On the other side, “I Would Have Never Guessed” makes for the perfect music to hold on to each other as the rain falls in the distance. “Still in Love With You” doesn’t quite hit the spot like the other two, but any Sade song is too sexy to skip.
But what would have been perfect would be lounge/chill remixes of Sade’s greatest hits. Instead we get a dated mix of “By Your Side” by The Neptunes and a bland remix of “The Moon and the Sky” featuring Jay-Z. While a bit of an anti-climax, a few drab remixes don’t diminish the heat the rest of the collection brings.
At the end of the night, nobody can deny the sensual pleasures Sade has given her audience through the years. Her voice, her music, her words – they all ooze with the tingling sexuality that has driven the world crazy by giving us the sweetest taboos.
Sade will be performing her greatest hits this summer on her “Soldier of Love World Tour,” which hits Atlanta July 12 and 13, because one night is never enough.

Producer Guru claims the pair are putting the finishing touches to the LP. Kanye West and Jay-Z collaboration LP, Watch The Throne, is "almost complete", according to producer Guru.

The hip-hop pair, who joined forces at last weekend's SXSW festival to perform their hit duet H.A.M, are now said to be "tweaking" their album ahead of it's release this summer.

Speaking to Vibe magazine, Guru revealed: "Right now, I'm really trying to get Jay and Kanye to hurry up and finish this Watch The Throne album because the world needs to hear it."

He added: "It just needs little tweaks and things like that. But the core of the album is finished. Kanye takes what contributing producers do and adds on to it and I think that's his genius."

Last month, it emerged that Yeezy and the Empire State Of Mind rapper reportedly hired an entire hotel floor to record Watch The Throne, leaving some guests "annoyed."

If the fans don't like the choice of songs at this summer's Motley Crue shows, they'll have nobody to blame but themselves. Starting today, a voting page will be up on the band's official website according to band member Nikki Sixx.

He said "We've decided to let the fans vote Crüe's set list for this summer's tour. Gonna put a voting page up at Motley.com Monday (April 18). You wanted it, you got it f**kers..."

The tour will include Poison and the New York Dolls in a first for the Crue.

According to Sixx, they always made it a policy to never tour with an artist from their era as did Poison but, with today's economy and fan tastes, it finally got to be time to break their rules.

He said, "...we were, like, 'You know, this time right now, economically, it's so bad for touring and for fans and for bands. What can we do to make the ultimate fan experience?’ All the hits, the show, they know all the music... And both bands put on just a killer show, and we're looking forward to it."

Spankox is mind, body and soul of DJ/Producer Agostino Carollo, native Italian, but known and appreciated internationally for such creations as X-TREME (undisputed success around the world, gold record across various European countries, and immediately covered by Right Said Fred in 2002), EYES CREAM (#1 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music Charts in 2000), or AGO, to name a few, not to mention his involvement as co-producer in the recent project, SNAP! vs. MOTIVO: "The Power of Bhangra."

Recently however, Agostino's been keeping busy with a new project, experimenting and searching for grooves new to the dance floor. It started with the somewhat casual encounter with Tina Leiu, the amazing vocalist/actress of Hawaiian descent. The place: club Space in Miami. The time: 4 a.m. It didn't take her long to feel Agostino's presence and in a few months Spankox was born. Needless to say, Tina's the voice of the innovative single "To The Club," afflicted with a malady far more severe than Saturday Night Fever. This fever takes her out not just Saturday, but Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday….

Spankox wins the hearts of clubbers with its original sounds and with the desire for liberty represented by the need to never stop dancing, communicated through the lyrics of "To The Club". "To The Club" was also remixed by the formidable Highpass, a Motivo regular who recently hit #1 on the UK singles sales chart with his remix of Fatman Scoop's "Be Faithful.” 

Eddy Wata, the so called King of Ragga Dance is a Nigerian artist who lived in Italy the last 10 years
He was an artists even before his arrival in Italy and proved his potential to the world when he met Italian producer Diego Milesi.
They started their collaboration with a couple of major hits in France, Japan and several other countries: LA bomba and Jam
Eddy Wata is the so called King of Ragga Dance and after his first hits he had a break, to be back fresher thahn ever in 2009 always teaming up with Diego.
 

Since then, 4 singles have been released with excellent feedback in several countries, including Canada, Brasile, Francia, Spagna, Portogallo, GSA, Scandinavia, Finlandia, Polonia, Russia, Bulgaria, Romania, Australia, Repubblica Ceca, Ucraina, Grecia, Turchia, Israele, Sud Africa, Thailand, South Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, Philippines, Indonesia, India, Benelux and performing on more than 100 gigs in 2010, only!.
Following “I love my people”, “My dream”, The light” and "I like the way" which has been has been a TOP hit in no less than 15 of the above countries, Eddy’s ready with his new single “I wanna dance”, which is already licenced to Finland, Romania, Canada, Russia Poland, Scandinavia, Israel, Turkey, Spain and Portugal
The story has just begun, more countries will be on board as the brand new video for “I wanna dance” has just been delivered!

Kate Bush has revealed the tracklisting for her forthcoming 'Director's Cut' album.The album, which is released on May 16, is a collection of re-recorded versions of tracks from her 1989 album 'The Sensual World' and 1993's 'The Red Shoes'.

The opening track, 'Flower Of The Mountain', is a new version of 'This Sensual World'. Bush has updated it to include a passage from James Joyce's book Ulysses.

All the vocals and drums on the album have been re-recorded and three tracks, including 'This Woman's Work', have been completely re-recorded.

'Director's Cut will be accompanied by a short film, directed by Bush, which will star Robbie Coltrane and Noel Fielding.

The tracklisting of 'Director's Cut' is:

'Flower Of The Mountain' (originally titled 'This Sensual World')
'The Song Of Solomon'
'Deeper Understanding'
'Lily'
'The Red Shoes'
'This Woman's Work'
'Moments Of Pleasure'
'Never Be Mine'
'Top Of The City'
'And So Is Love'
'Rubberband Girl'
 

 Mary J. Blige has announced that she is to release her tenth studio album later this year.

The 'Just Fine' singer revealed that My Life II, The Journey Continues will arrive on September 20 in the US, reports Billboard.

It will be the first record from Blige since her 2009 LP Stronger with Each Tear, which reached number two on the Billboard 200 chart, although it is actually a sequel to 1994 album My Life.

Blige has worked with Kanye West, Swizz Beats, Danja and Stargate on material for the album.

"This album is a reflection of the times and lives of people all around me," Blige stated.

A UK release date has not yet been confirmed.

The singer recently released the first single from the album, titled 'Someone to Love Me (Naked)', which features Diddy and Lil Wayne.

Beyonce plans her fourth solo studio album for June and plays six tracks to execs.Sydney's Sunday Telegraph reports that Sony Australia boss Denis Handlin had an audience with Sasha Fierce herself in New York, and heard six tracks from Beyonce's forthcoming album..

Handlin told the newspaper, 'She wants to do a big tour off the back of this record, which will include Australia. These songs, the best description I can give is groundbreaking; she's gone to another level.'

Beyonce herself told MTV late last year that she is trying to mix every genre she loves ' R&B, pop, rock ' into 'my own little gumbo of music.'

The album has been in the works since 2009, and producers and songwriters on it are said to include Ne-Yo, The Dream, Symbolyc One, Diplo, Switch, and Rodney 'Darkchild' Jerkins.

Handlin specified that Beyonce's fourth solo album will be released in late-June this year.

Anchorsong is a music producer and solo live act.

He started his career in Tokyo in 2004 andnow based in London. His unique live performances has become an international phenomenon through YouTube, with videos of his live performances having been viewed more than 200,000 times so far. Some people say, "It's like watching a painter drawing on a white canvas."

He's had major album releases in Japan on 'Last Run' where he's performed to sold out performances. He's just released his debut EP in the UK 'The Lost & Found EP' on 28th March 2011 on his own label case study. prior to the release of this, Anchorsong established himself as an outstanding live act.

He's a highly skilled MPC player, and his real-time sampling show grabbed attentions quickly after his relocation from Tokyo to London in 2008. He's supported Bonobo, Prefuse 73, DJ Krush, DJ Kentaro, Daedelus, Gonjasufi and many more.

Naturally, his confidence as a live act makes this record quite different from anything else on the current UK underground scene. Contemporary beats are effortlessly combined with the timeless melodies of guitar, piano, organ and strings. This record compels a new definition of the term "Live Electronics" drawing
comparisions to Beardyman, Jamie Lidell and a host of others who use the MPC as a instrument He appeared on BBC Radio 1 several times after performing at SxSW 2009. His first BBC Maida Vale Session for "In New Music We Trust with Huw Stephens" was broadcast in early 2010.

"He is absolutely a genius” (Huw Stephens, BBC Radio 1)

 The DJ will be unleashing a mix album of his radio show in April..

Trance pioneer, Tiësto, is set to release the first in a new series of compilation albums in April - following the success of his Club Life show on Netherlands Radio 538.

CLUB LIFE - Volume One Las Vegas will feature Tiësto’s mixes of some of his own material, as well as new tracks and remixes by the likes of Kaskade, Marcel Woods and Diplo.

Speaking of the LP, the Dutch-born DJ said: “I wanted a fresh new series to reflect my new style which has been evolving in the clubs for the past few years."

Tiësto will be releasing the album through his own label Musical Freedom, explaining: “It feels great to launch my own series on my new label. I want to be able to sign artists and release music that as a fan I would listen to."

He added: "Musical Freedom allows me to do this and hopefully help out some new and exciting developing artists along the way.”

The CLUB LIFE series replaces Tiësto’s In Search of Sunrise, which became one of the most successful DJ mix compilation series of all time.

 It’ll be her first release in nearly four years…

A duet with Tony Bennett will mark Amy Winehouse’s return to the music scene after nearly four years. The as-yet-untitled track will feature on the 84-year-old star’s Duets II album, due in September.

The song will be Amy’s first release since her single Love Is A Losing Game and her vocals on Mark Ronson’s cover of Valerie, both in 2007.

Tony Bennett’s album will also feature duets with Lady GaGa, Michael Bublé, Carrie Underwood and Josh Groban, among others. Bublé has spoken of the honour of working with the crooner, saying Bennett is in a league of his own. “You're talking about some adult contemporary acts, you're talking about some real pop acts, but the correlation between all of us is that we idolise him. He's an icon, and he's still doing what he does better than anybody else.”

Amy is still hard at work on her long-awaited follow-up to Back To Black, which is expected before Christmas. But she’s also got a new concern on her hands – according to reports, her ex-boyfriend is planning to release songs about their relationship.

Wino dated Alex Clare for a year before her famous union with Blake Fielder-Civil. Alex’s first single, Too Close, is released next month with an album to follow and it has been reported that he will reveal secrets from their year together in his lyrics.

"Amy is petrified that Alex will reveal everything about their relationship in his songs,” a source told The Sun. “The worst thing is the music is really good so she knows he is heading for the big time."

Lil Wayne has revealed that his eagerly awaited LP, Tha Carter IV, will be released on 16th May.

Weezy, who is currently on his I Am Music II tour with protégé Nicki Minaj in the States, confessed to our US Team that his album is finished and will hit stores mid-May.

They've called it quits after 15 years together…

Faithless are splitting once their current tour is complete, Maxi Jazz has announced.

The vocalist revealed the news on the group’s website and compared the decision to writing a song: “You always just 'know' when it's finished.”

“After 15 years and six albums I think we've probably made our collective point by now and that it's time to close the book and return to the library,” he explained. “We've had, with you, the most unbelievable, epic and moving experience, stretching over years and 10 of thousands of miles. Joyful, exhilarating and empowering, we never for a moment thought an affair could last this long.”

The Insomnia hitmaker added that the group’s current tour is their way to farewell fans and thank them for their support. “The tour schedule has been particularly hectic as we attempt to visit as many territories as there are people who wanna see us. And say thank you.”

He continued: “If I devoted the rest of my life to the task, I could never thank you enough. I have memories that will still be with me in my next life.”

The three-piece, made up of Maxi, Sister Bliss and Rollo, released their sixth album, The Dance, last year. Their final gig takes place at London's O2 Academy Brixton on 8 April.

J SEVEN (Israel) is well established as one of the Israel's leading Saxophonists. In recent years he has been extremely busy and in the public eye.

Jazz - The music of LOVE!  

Saxophone - is one of the most beautiful, in all senses, music instruments, that sounds fascinating and creates a unique atmosphere of love and romance, delivering special charm. Listening to J Seven live shows, you can enjoy all time favorite songs like:

Stevie Wonder - "I Just Called To Say I Love" 

Joe Dassin - "If I Was You" 

Fausto Poppet - "Emmanuel" 

James Harmer music from the movie "Titanic" 

Zamfir - Lonely Shepherd " 

and many more ..

Multi instrumentalis J Seven delivers truly unique performance, playing such instruments as spanish guitar, flute, drums and saxophone.

Although All You Need Is Now was released as a nine-track digital album late last year, a physical CD version of the effort has yet to emerge. But all that changes March 22 when All You Need Is Now lands in stores, containing all the songs included in last year’s download plus five new tracks to lure you into your local record store.

Duran Duran are hitting the road in support of their new album ‘ALL YOU NEED IS NOW’, which is set for release on March21/March 22! If you are interested in available dates - drop us a line!

Dido doesn't know the sex of her baby, but she's not going wait until her due date to find out.

"I'm too curious," the British singer-songwriter said in a recent interview. "It's enough of a surprise on the day."

Dido is due to have her first child this summer. It's already been a big year: She was nominated for an Academy Award for best song for co-writing "If I Rise" from the movie "127 Hours," and is finishing up a new album.

"I'm nearly done," she said last month about her upcoming album. "Music will just start coming out as this year goes on.

Safe Trip Home, which was released in 2008, was Dido's last studio album. She's more eager to perform in front of fans with her new album.

"... I didn't want to tour that record for a really long time, partly because it was a really dark record and stuff, whereas this record, apart from anything, there's a lot of really fun stuff on this record," the 39-year-old said.

Of course, before Dido goes on the road, she'll be dealing with her first priority: her new baby. She didn't perform at the Oscars because of her pregnancy, and after the baby is born, she plans to take time off. But for the moment, she's enjoying the "very exciting" time in her life.

"There's a real calmness about it which I think is really nice. Your decisions are sort of made for you," she said, laughing. "You just have this priority that is unchangeable and I think that's a great calmness that comes from that."

Ne-Yo is not only talented producer and musician, he is also natural born speaker..

On March the 4th, Ne-Yo joined a list of politicians, scientists, media moguls and entertainers who have  been invited to speak at the Oxford Union.  He spoke eloquently on the subject of music education and the positive role music can play in the lives of young people.  He also talked about his own compositions and deconstructed the lyrics of a couple to reveal the different meanings each have.

Audiobureau Agency currently taking offers for Ne-Yo performance near you!

Ashanti (Shani) was first R&B singer to join Murder Inc. Records. Her songs "Foolish", "Always On Time", and "What's Luv" made the top 10 all in one week. Ashanti has worked with Fat Joe, Big Pun and Ja Rule. In 2003, the singer received her first Grammy Award for Best Contemporary R&B album “Ashanti”. As of 2010, Ashanti is listed in the 20 Best Selling Music Singles Since 1990 in History. She ranked #17, with Foolish selling more than 7.4 million copies in the U.S. Ashanti has performed before Presidents and Royalty, singing the National Anthem and God Bless America for major events including the World Series.

Coolio, the California rapper with his grand elegy to a lost generation of black Gangsta's Paradise was the number one all over the world, and self-titled album, filled with fire-breathing lexicon of post-industrial city, was to bring a bumper crop of green man - the jellyfish from Compton. His first solo album, “It Takes A Thief” appeared in 1994 and went platinum thanks to the single “Fantastic Voyage” utopian anthem parties. Soon he recorded successful of the Gangsta's Paradise album in 1995. At the Grammy Awards in 1997, Coolio received three nominations: Best Rap Album for Gangsta's Paradise, Best Rap Solo Performance for "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)", and Best R&B Vocal Performance by a Duo or Group for "Stomp".

D.M.C. (ex-Run-D.M.C.) pioneers of hip-hop from New York City debuted in 1983's with single "It's Like That”. Their 4 albums RUN-D.M.C. (1984), “King of Rock” (1985), “Raising Hell” (1986), and “Tougher than Leather” (1988) had a great success. They were the first group in their genre to have a Gold record and be nominated for a Grammy Award. Continuing the line to working with rock bands, they, along with Aerosmith took part in a tour of the USA (2002). In 2004, Rolling Stone ranked them number 48 in their list of the greatest musical artists of all time. In 2009 Run–D.M.C. became the second rap act to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

De La Soul’s debut album, “3 Feet High and Rising” (1989), is considered best contribution to hip hop. “De La Soul Is Dead” (1991) was their second album, after which a new sound of alternative hip hop movement appeared in the album “Buhloone Mindstate” in 1993. The album “Stakes Is High” (1996) generated three singles — "The Bizness" (Number 53 R&B), "Stakes Is High" (Number 70 R&B), and "Itsoweezee (Hot)" (Number 60 R&B). In 2000 De La Soul released first part of installment, “Art Official Intelligence: Mosaic Thump” from the triple album series entitled "Art Official Intelligence". In 2006, the group won a Grammy for their collaboration with Gorillaz on the single "Feel Good Inc." In 2008 De La Soul were honorees at the 5th Annual VH1 Hip Hop Honors.

DJ Jazzy Jeff began his career with Will Smith (The Fresh Prince). In 1986 he won the world DJ championship in the New Music Seminar DJ Battle. DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince had several gold and platinum-selling albums and singles in the late 1980s and early 1990s, earning them the first rap Grammy ever presented in 1989 for “Parents Just Don't Understand”. His 2007 release “The Return of the Magnificent” is famous for the collaboration with old school and new school artists including CL Smooth, Big Daddy Kane, Pos from De La Soul, Method Man, Peedi Peedi (a remake of Brand New Funk), Rhymefest, and Raheem DeVaughn. In 2009, he made a compilation of songs titled “He's the King...I'm the DJ” in memory of Michael Jackson.

En Vogue, the American R&B quartette, which debut album "Born to Sing" in 1990 reached platinum status within a short time. Their second album "Funky Divas" made them superstars worldwide. Then En Vogue released albums “Runaway Love in 1993, “EV3” in 1997, “Masterpiece Theatre” in 2000, “The Gift of Christmas” in 2002, “Soul Flower” in 2004, “TBA” in 2011. The group has won more MTV Video Music Awards than any other female group in MTV history, a total of seven, along with four Soul Train Awards, six American Music Awards, and seven Grammy nominations.

Estelle, the English R&B singer-songwriter, rapper and record producer, whose world fame came after the release of single 'American Boy', written with the participation of Kanye West. In 2009 this song was awarded with the prize of a Grammy in the category 'best rap/sung collaboration' and received three consecutive 'Best Female Artist' prizes from the UK Hip hop Awards. Estelle released 2 albums: “The 18th Day” in 2004, “Shine” in 2008 and since 2009 working on the new one “All of Me” with David Guetta.

Fabolous, an American rapper from Brooklyn, whose popularity came from his hit single "Can't Deny It" in 2001, from his debut album Ghetto Fabolous. This album became platinum as well as the second one “Street Dreams” (2003). Fabolous’ fourth album “From Nothin’ to Somethin’” in 2007 became Golg. The next year he won Top Rap Song with the single "Make Me Better". The fifth album titled “Loso's Way” (2009) is worked on under the production of hip-hop icons Jonathan Rotem and Eminem. Fabolous will release his sixth album, “Loso's Way 2: Rise to Power”, in 2011

Grandmaster Flash is an American founding father of DJing, honored with Furious Five by different awards such as induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Frame, VH1 Hip Hop Honors, The Icon Award from BET and Bill Gates’ Vanguard Award. He released 11 albums, the debut one “The Message” (1982) became Platinum and the following albums: “They Said It Couldn’t Be Done” (1985), “The Source” (1986), “Ba-Dop-Boom-Bang” (1987) and “On the Strength” (1988) received Gold status.

Ice-T, became known as a performer of gangsta rap at the end of 1980 s. He released his debut album entitled «Rhyme Pays» in 1987, which was classified as Gold as well as his second album «Power» in 1988. The next albums were «The Iceberg/Freedom of Speech…Just Watch What You Say» in 1989 and «O.G.: Original Gangster» in 1991. For the single «Back on the Block» made with collaboration with Quincy Jones and Ray Charles., Ice-T won Gammy for the Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group. His next album “Home Invasion” released in 1993 was placed #9 on Billboard magazine's Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and #14 on the Billboard 200. Then followed his free albums: VI - Return of the Real in 1996, The Seventh Deadly Sin in 1999 and Gangsta Rap in 2006.

Kelis is an American singer whose single "Caught out There" from her debut album “Kaleidoscope” (1999) peaked at # 9 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and became a minor MTV/BET video hit. Kelis became famous in 2003 with her single "Milkshake" from her third platinum album” Tasty”. Kelis released her fourth album, “Kelis Was Here” in 2006, which went gold according to the ARIA and peaked at number ten on the Billboard 200. The last album “Flesh Tone” was released in 2010 and debuted at number forty-eight on the Billboard 200 and number five on the Dance/Electronic Albums. Kelis productively collaborated with Moby, U2, Robyn etc.

Kool and the Gang, the American soul group, founded in 1964, performing the unique intersection of jazz, r&b, funk and pop. In 1979 they won a Grammy Award for taking part in the recording of the Best Album of the Year («Saturday Night Fever», which was played to the song «Open Sesame»). The Gang's greatest albums were “Light of Worlds” in 1974 and “Spirit of the Boogie” in 1975, along with the hit single "Summer Madness". The band’s single "Jungle Boogie” became the soundtrack to the Quentin Tarantino's “Pulp Fiction”.

KRS-One, the pioneer of so called The Bridge Wars, awarded at 2008 BET Awards for all his achievements in hip-hop music and culture. In 1993 he released his first solo album “Return of the Boom Bap” together with DJ Premier, Kid Capri and Showbiz. Five years later KRS-One’s album “I Got Next” with the single “Step into a World (Rapture's Delight)” featuring Puff Daddy became # 3 in Billboard 200.  Rapper is known for his politically, socially and religiously implacable content of his performances and the foundation of the Temple of Hip-hop for promotion of hip-hop culture.

Lil Jon is American rapper and music producer introduced a lot into the new genre of hip-hop as Crunck. His group “The East Side Boys” debuted with the “Get Crunk, Who U Wit: Da Album” in 1997 and released several successful albums such as “We Still Crunk!” in 2000, “Put Yo Hood Up” in 2001, “Kings of Crunk” in 2002, “Crunk Juice” in 2004 and “Crunk Rock” in 2010 featuring with LMFAO, Soulja Boy, Ying Yang Twins, Waka Flocka Flame, R.Kelly. Lil Jon has the biggest in the world bling which is consists of the words «Crunk Aint Dead».

Lloyd Banks debuted in the group G-Unit and in 2004 released his solo album “The Hunger for More”, which was certified double platinum. The first single “On Fire” featured 50 Cent became # 1 in the Billboard and was sold in more than 4 million copies. The same year Banks was awarded Mixtape artist of the Year. The second and third albums “Rotten Apple” (2006) and “The Hunger for More 2” (2010) were successful also due Banks’ collaborations with Busta Rhymes, DMX, Rah Digga, Missy Elliott and. Mary J. Blige.

Mobb Deep is a Gangsta rap duo from New York, who became known with their single “Shook Ones Pt. II.”. Debuted in 1993 with album “Juvenile Hell”, they released 7 more albums, among them: The Infamous (1995), Hell on Earth (1996), Infamy (2001), The Safe Is Cracked (2009) etc. In 1998, the Mobb Deep collaborated with rapper Bounty Killer on the single "Deadly Zone" for the soundtrack to Blade. Their fourth album Murda Muzik (1999) was placed #3 on the Billboard 200 and certified as platinum, along with the popular single “Quiet Storm”.

Mos Def hip-hop singer debuted in the group Urban Thermo and duo Black Star. He started his solo carrier with the album Black on Both Sides in 1999. Mos Def’s second album “The New Danger” was the mixture of soul, blues and rock and roll, the single “Ghetto Rock” received several Grammy Award nominations in 2006. Mos Def’s album “The Ecsatatic” debuted at #9 on the U.S. Billboard 200 in 2009 and awarded Grammy for Best Rap Album. Mos Def’s collaboration with Gorillaz and Bobby Womack earned him Grammy in 2011 for Best Short Form Music Video: “Stylo”.

Pitbull is American rapper, whose solo album “M.I.A.M.I” released in 2004. Later 5 more albums appeared: “El Mariel” in 2006, “The Boatlift” in 2007, “Rebelution” in 2009, “Armando” in 2010 and “Planet Pit” in 2011. He became known with the singles «I Know You Want Me» and «Hotel Room Service», as well as «I Like It» in collaboration with Enrique Iglesias, «DJ Got Us Fallin In Love Again» with Usher and «On The Floor» with Jennifer Lopez. In 2010 Pitbull successfully collaborated with Latin legends and become one of the most nominated artists of the upcoming Latin Billboard awards.

Sean Paul is rapper and reggae singer from Jamaica. In 2000 he released his debut album “Stage One”, two years later his second album “Dutty Rock”. Sean Paul released his third album “The Trinity” in 2005 with the hits “We Be Burnin'”, “Ever Blazin'”, “Never Gonna Be The Same”, “Temperature” and “(When You Gonna) Give It Up To Me”, which earned him American Music Award in 2006. With the last album “Imperial Blaze” Sean Paul became the Best Reggae Artist in Soul Train Awards 2009 with the singles “So Fine” and “Press It Up”. Sean Paul's singles showed up as the soundtracks to the movies “Belly” “Grind”, “Step Up” and cartoon “Shark Tale”.

Slum Village is hip-hop trio from Detroit. Their best albums are: Fan-Tas-Tic (Vol. 1) (1997) was officially released in 2005, Fan-Tas-Tic (Vol. 2) (2000), “Trinity” (Past, Present and Future) (2002) and “Slum Village” (2005). Last year Slum Village released the last album “Villa Manifesto”. Trio collaborated with rapper Elzhi, jazz-man Karriem Riggins and Dwele to produce their hit single “Tainted”.

Talib Kweli is an underground hip-hop rapper and producer from Brooklyn, who became known for his projects Black Star (with collaboration Mos Def) and Reflection Eternal (with DJ partner Hi-Tek). Kweli debuted in 1995 with the underground recordings featured Mood, DJ Hi-Tek and The High & Mighty. In 1998 he produced the first album “Mos Def and Talib Kweli Are Black Star”. Kweli released 5 solo albums, such as: Quality (2002), The Beautiful Struggle (2004), Right About Now (2005), Eardrum (2007) and Gutter Rainbows (2011). The rapper is the spokesperson of non-profit music program for urban youth.
 

Wanda Dee (ex-KLF) is first female rapper and DJ from Bronx. She debuted in the Afrika Bambaataa's Zulu Nation and produced platinum hit singles such as: "Blue Eyes," "To the Bone" and "The Goddess". She featured with Harry Belafonte in his movie "Beat Street". In the collaboration with KLF producers Wanda released the album "The White Room", going platinum in more than 70 countries. In 2003 Wanda Dee released her solo album “The Goddess is Here!” WORD UP! Magazine and THE SOURCE Magazine listed Wands Dee as "the most outstanding female artists of the decade" and Hip Hop's prominent female DJ's.

Afrika Bambaataa is the American father of Electro Funk Sound, the pioneer of break-beat deejaying, rap and hip hop culture. Due to Bum’s Black music, beginning from “Planet Rock” and later hip-hop movement Universal Zulu Nation such new musical genres as Latin Freestyle, Miami Bass, Electronica, House, Hip House, and early Techno were developed. In 1985 his singles "Funk You!" appeared, after which Bambaataa recorded his album Beware (The Funk Is Everywhere).

In 1986 came an album compilation of "Planet Rock" mixes in cooperation with Capitol. The first album release for the label was 1988's “The Light”, recorded as Afrika Bambaataa & the Family, with contributions from George Clinton, UB40, Bootsy Collins, and Boy George. Then followed Bambaataa's albums “Decade of Darkness” (1990-2000) and the “Zulu Groove”(1997), the “Hydraulic Funk on Strictly Hype” (2000) and “Electro Funk Breakdown” (2001).

Zofka is the Swiss lounge-project performing French pop, lounge and nu-jazz. They released the debut album “Nice” in 2002, later were the albums “Bikini” (2005) and “Chocolat” (2008). Zofka’s hits are compiled to the most famous easy-listening CD’s: “Flooristik Vol. 2”, “Godivas”, “Chill Out Sofabeat Vol. 3”, “Grooves & Vibes”, “Raphael Marionneau’s le noel abstrait” and “A Pleasure Experience”. Their hit-single “Parole” is the “clou de la saison” of the Zofka’s live concerts.

Snake Davis is one of the World's leading Saxophonists. He performed and recorded with M-People, Eurythmics, Lisa Stansfield, Tina Turner, Paul Young, Ray Charles, Tom Jones, Hamish Stuart, George Michael, Take That, Cher, Kylie Minogue, Paul McCartney, Culture Club, Swing Out Sister, Dave Stewart, Paul Hardcastle, Mark Morrison, Pet-Shop Boys, Soul11Soul, Robert Palmer, Tanita Tikaram, Motorhead, Spice Girls, Primal Scream, Boy George and many more.

Shantel is German singer, producer and DJ performing remixes of traditional Balkan music and Gipsy brass orchestras. His best albums are “Club Guerilla” (1995), “Auto Jumps & Remixes” (1997), and “Higher than the Funk ”(1998),“ Bucovina Club”(2003),“ Bucovina Club Vol 2” (2004), “ Disko Partizani”(2007),“ Planet Paprika” (2009). Shantel won the Ethnic Music Prize in the 2006 BBC Radio 3 Awards. His singles “Mahalageasca” and “Auf der anderen Seite” became soundtracks to the films.

Pat Appleton is a German singer of the famous lounge-jazz band De-Phazz. She played a key role in creating their sensational hit-single “The Mambo Craze” from the second album “Godsgog” (1999), then followed commercially successful album “Death by Chocolate” (2001). De-Phazz climbed up Top Ten of German billboard chats with the album “Daily Lama” (2003).
Pat collaborates with such groups as Nighthawks, Naoki Kenji and Airmate. In 2007 the singer released her solo album “What’s next?”, and then followed the album “Laue Suppe” in 2010 and “Mittendrin” in 2011.
 

Nikki McCoy came from a place not known to many, Martinsville VA. The only girl of four children, big things to come was only a matter of time. In her younger years, Nikki decided to enter pageants and walk around in pretty dresses.

First song for McCoy at 7years old was "Believe In Yourself" from the musical, THE WIZ. Traveling to different states for competitions and singing at weddings was a normal thing for Nikki. She would sing at any given chance. Education was very important. Virginia State University Music Department exposed Nikki to the campus life and the theories of music. She studied with professors such as Eminent Scholar Aldrich Adkins, Johnella Edmonds, James Holden just to name a few.

2008 Is a year of new beginnings for the “SUPA SISTA” and with the hottest tracks produced by Kevin McCoy.

Magnifico & Turbolenza is a Slovenian singer and band performing disco and funk music, combined with Balkan folk music. Magnifico debuted in the group “U’redu” and soon released his solo album “Od srca do srca” (1993) with hit-singles “24.000 poljubov” and “Zeleni Jure”. In 1997 he produced the soundtrack for the movie “Stereotip”. After his successful album “Sexy Boy” (1999) Magnifico released the compilation of his hits Komplet (2001). His next albums “Export-Import” (2003), “Grande Finale” (2007), “Srečno” (2008) and “Magnification” (2010) received a great popularity in Europe. In collaboration with Turbolenza Magnifico created the hit video “Giv mi mani”.

Koop is a Swedish duo performing acid-jazz, appeared in 1997 with debut album “Sons of Koop”. In 2001 they released their second album “Waltz for Koop”, which was awarded by Swedish Grammy in 2003. The third album “Koop Islands” was released in 2006 and the last one “Coup de Grâce (Best of Koop 1997-2007)” in 2010. The Koop collaborated with such singers as Yukimi Nagano, Ane Brun, Rob Gallagher, Hilde Louise Asbjornsen and Mikael Sundin. The hit-singles from “Koop Island Blues” and “Strange Love” was featured in TV shows, videogames and advertisements.

Jazzanova is a DJ and producer team from Germany, performing nu-jazz, chillout, jazz house and Latin jazz music. Their best albums are: “The Remixes” (1997-2000), “In Between” (2002), “Jazzanova Remixed” (2003) and “Of All the Things” (2008). Jazzanova created a masterpiece remixes with Roy Ayers, Incognito, U. F. O., 4 Hero, Ian Pooley, Koop and Azymuth, most of them were compiled for the album “The Remixes” (1997-2000).

Incognito are the pioneers of the early Jazz Funk Scene from U.K. They become popular with the single “Parisienne Girl” in 1980 and released the first album “Jazz Funk”. Incognito’s hit singles such as “Don't You Worry 'Bout A Thing”, “Still A Friend of Mine”, “Always There” and “Givin' It Up” reached the top positions of UK chats. The best of the 14th band’s released albums are: “Inside Life” (1991), “Tribes, Vibes and Scribes” (1992), “Positivity” (1993), “100° And Rising” (1995), “Life, Stranger Than Fiction” (2001). In 2010 Incognito released studio album “Transatlantic R.P.M.”

Gotan Project is French group successfully combining the traditional and the folkloric into the electronic space. Debuted with the single “Vuelvo Al Sur/El Capitalismo Foráneo” in 2000, they released the album “La Revancha del Tango” in 2001. Then followed their second the more jazz influenced album “Lunático” in 2006 and the album “Gotan Project Live” in 2008. Their last album “Tango 3.0” was released in 2010. The songs of the group fairly often appeared in the movies such as: “Ocean's Twelve”, “Knight and Day” etc.
 

Emma Re is Italian jazz, rock and R&B singer. In 2005 she created a group and performed in Italy with the show "Today, Mina". Emma was the only Western artist invited to perform at two events in the world for the opening of the Beijing Olympic 2008 with the single “Bruce Lee Battle Call”. In the summer of 2009 he released he debut album “Emma King”. She performed in the series of concerts and events, among them: the Grimaldi Forum Film Festival de la Comedie in Monte Carlo, the Sala Nervi at the Vatican and the Cathedral of Turin, Festival of Lacoste and Espace Pierre Cardin in Paris, etc.
 

De-Phazz is a German ensemble, “the godfathers of lounge”, performing jazz with elements of drum and bass, trip hop, soul and Latin integrated into techno lounge music. They debuted in 1997 due to producer Pit Baumgartner with album “Detunized Gravity”. Their best albums are: “Godsdog”(1999), “Death by Chocolate” (2001), “Daily Lama” (2002), “Plastic Love Memory” (2002), “Natural Fake” (2005), “Days of Twang” (2007), “Big” (2009). The last album of DE PHAZZ, “LaLa 2.0” (2010), is one of the worldwide best selling lounge outfits.

Chambao is Spanish flamenco-electronic group, who debuted in 2002 on the CD “Sony Flamenco Chill”. In 2003 the trio released first solo album “Endorfinas en la mente” and two years later album “Pokito a poko”. After appeared “Caminando” (2001-2006), “Con otro aire” in 2007, “Papeles Mojados” in 2008, “En el fin del mundo” in 2009. Chambao collaborated with Ricky Martin, Cesaria Évora, Macaco, etc. Their hit single and “Ahí Estás Tú” is a “visit card” of 'Andalusia'.

Velvet, born Jenny Petersson is already one of Sweden’s most popular performers. At 18 she moved from her native town Helsingborg to Stockholm, the home of contemporary pop, to pursue her performance dreams. After graduating the legendary dance academy “Ballet Akademin” and dancing with several international superstars (including Meatloaf) Velvet signed her first record deal in 2005. Since then, she has scored seven Top 10 singles and will release her second album ‘The Queen’ this year.

In April, the EMI owned Positiva label resurrects Feverpitch Records to launch an onslaught of sure fire pop monsters. Leading the pack is gorgeous Swedish superstar Velvet, who finally unleashes her massive European hit ‘Chemistry’ in the UK. Already a Top Ten smash across the continent, the song is a club anthem poised to transcend the dance floor and dominate the airwaves this spring.

‘Chemistry’ marks Velvet’s first major assault on the UK charts, following her recent club only hits ‘Fix Me,’ ‘Déjà vu’ and ‘Take My Body Close.’ The song is already causing a commotion online, with a remix by ex PWL maestro Pete Hammond, delighting fans with a nostalgic hunger for the iconic Stock Aitken and Waterman sound of the 80s. The single will also include mixes by Digital Dog, Hypasonic & Agent X, setting the tone for Feverpitch’s forthcoming dance floor domination.

The rest of the world is catching up to what Baltimore has known all along, Baltimore Club music is hot! Ultra Naté and Unruly Records bring the dynamic, up-tempo, energy-driven sound to the world stage. Unruly’s collaboration with Ultra Naté, Baltimore’s International sensation, was also inevitable. Ultra has been making an impact in the dance music scene since 1989 and has released 6 full length albums to date. Enjoying success with multiple 1's in the Billboard Club Play Charts and international mainstream Top 40 over the years.

Ultra’s last release was a double CD - "Alchemy: GST Reloaded" which featured hot remixes from her "Grime, Silk and Thunder" album and a live DJ mix spun by Ultra herself. In this alliance with Unruly Records, Ultra is enjoying a new creative experimentation. As a highly sought after artist and DJ, dotting the globe from Russia to Brazil, Ultra Naté always heads back home and refreshes her resources by working with talented newcomers and veterans alike. Their collaborations go even further as Ultra holds the monthly Deep Sugar parties at the Paradox in Baltimore with herself and Deep Sugar residents spinning deep house in the main room and Unruly jocks spinning Baltimore Club in "The Chamber" till the early morning hours.

With "Things Happen At Night", which features 6 club pumping tracks, the Ultra Naté and Unruly collaboration has come to together in a definitive way. The highly-anticipated project includes "Hey DJ" and “Hero,” which features DJ Class and the legendary Jocelyn Brown, a state of the dancefloor re-working of Ultra's timeless classic, "Scandal" by DJ Scottie B and the hook laced and mesmerizing “Faster Faster Pussycat” (co-written, co-produced with Chris Willis - of hitmaker David Guetta's camp) with its accompanying video by revered visual artist Bec Stupak (Cazwell's "I Seen Beyoncé At Burger King") . Ultra says, “We're bringing the best of what we're known for and carving out our own niche once again. We're representing our roots and our own personal style. We're not defined by any rules...at the end of the day it's all about the music.”

Therese Grankvist grew up in Nässjö but moved to Tullinge near Stockholm at the age of 13. Her career started when she called a record company and recorded her singing on their answering machine. She later met Dr. Alban, he convinced her to join the dance music project Drömhus.

In 2000, Therese announced that she will leave Drömhus to perform under her own name Therese instead.

The year 2004 launched Therese overseas, with her remarkable success with Swedish DJ Stonebridge. They teamed up to release the worldwide dance hit ("Put 'Em High"). In late 2004 she produced her club hit Time.

Therese released a new single, "Feelin' Me", in the UK in May 2007, on Positiva Records. On the 2 June 2007, Therese, featuring The Attic, performed with their hit single "The Arrival" on Sommarkrysset, which is a popular tv-show in Sweden that airs every summer. She again appeared on Sommarkrysset in the beginning of August 2007, this time together with Danny Saucedo performing the song "If Only You" from Danny's album.

Therese is currently working on new musical material, alongside the renowned English visual artist David Bunn. Her website has been updated with information of forthcoming relases.

Terri Bjerre a.k.a Terri B!, is the former lead singer of 2Eivissa who had the hit dance track "Oh La La La" and reaching top ten in more than 20 countries and no. 1 in Spain. As a founding member of Avant Garde “Get Down” garned a billboard top ten position and numerous top 100 positons including no. 5 in Belgium and top ten in France, and a second release went straight to no 1 on the German DDC official chart.

A collaboration with Kurd Maverick on "Rise", spent 12 weeks in Spain’s Top 10 songs in 2008. She featured alongside Dons DJ with "You Use to Hold Me", and the killer remake of "Big Fun". The anthem FUCK U with Jerry Ropero also took the radio by storm in eastern Europe with a most played song award with Alpha Radio in 2005. A long awaited collaboration on the futuristic "Bang That Box" with Grammy Award winning DJ and producer, Roger Sanchez, highlighted her successful career in dance.

Over the past 10 years, Terri has become one of House music’s most re-known MCs and vocalist. The success of the track “Can’t Slow Down” with John Dahlback , Francesco Diaz and Young Rebel, topped German charts for numerous weeks. In early 2009, she toured Australia to promote her releases with Dons DJ, "Big Fun", You Use to "Hold Me and Night Train". Her collaboration with Henrik B on the smoking re-make of the house classic entitled "Soul Heaven" became an anthem for House fans worldwide, increasing her presence in the world of dance. Other noteable releases include the track “Sometimes” with Raul Rincon, work with Menck & Gold, DJ Antoine, Mad Mark, Christian Alvarez, The Sunlovers, Dennis the Menace, Jerry Ropero, Syke’n’Sugarstarr, Eddie Thonieck and a host of who’s who in dance music and it’s not slowing down. She is working with top deejays to bring some cool vocal house to the scene with her own special abilities.

In late 2008, she released her first solo Album geared towards the adult contemporary market, "A Soul Dedication" under the alias, The Terri Green Project it is now available on ITunes. The sound is Classic Soul, R&B and House combined creating modern danceable grooves, it is like Barry White meets Lisa Stansfield. On this endeavour, Terri performs live with a full band. Her memorable voice is sultry and soothing to the soul, her performances leave an audience wanting more, making each show unforgettable.

You may not know the name but you will most definitely be familiar with the voice. Tara McDonald is the vocal talent behind the massive club and chart smash hit “My My My” from Armand Van Helden and the huge anthem, “Feel The Vibe” from Swedish maestro Axwell. These tracks took the charts by storm, both debuting at 1 in the club charts, before they peaked in the UK sales charts at 12 and 16 respectively.

Having studied music and trained as a dancer, Tara has subsequently worked and performed with a wide range of musical talent across a broad spectrum of genres from Gary Brooker, Eric Clapton and Bryan Ferry to Jocelyn Brown, Jungle Brothers and the Bench Connection. More recently she has made high profile appearances such as performing with Planet Funk at MTV’s Ibiza Dance Festival alongside Faithless and Basement Jaxx. Tara has additionally committed significant time to performing and touring for charitable causes; an aspect of her work schedule she is keen to maintain in the future.

Currently Tara is focussing on her studio work co-writing with the cream of the global house fraternity, as well as starting work on her debut solo album. She has followed this up with work alongside Eddie Thoenick, David Guetta, Mark Knight, Mark Wilkenson, Todd Terry, Kenny Dope, Stonebridge and Dada. Tara has a string of high profile releases planned for 2008, spearheaded by the new single with David Guetta "Delirious" which she co. penned and is already top 20 around Europe fro the platinum selling Pop life album (the Uk release for this single is set for later this summer) and “Get Down” by the Todd Terry Allstars with Kenny Dope, Terry Hunter and DJ Sneak, which is also out this summer.

Paul van Haver, better known as Stromae is a singer-songwriter of Belgian-Rwandan origin. He has distinguished himself in both hip hop and electronic music. He first became famous with the song "Alors on danse" which remained at number one for several weeks in numerous countries throughout Europe. By May 2010 the track Alors on danse had reached number one in France, the Netherlands, Greece, Germany, Austria, Turkey, Switzerland, Italy, Denmark, Belgium, Romania and the Czech Republic. On September 2, a remix of his hit Alors on danse has been made by Kanye West and himself.

London based Disco artist Shena is a fresh and feisty talent emerging from the shadows to introduce the disco sound to a new generation of dancers. Blending soulful vocals and exquisite production with real instruments and old school sass, Shena is on a mission to bring love and the good groove back to the dance floor.

From the moment Shena’s teacher told her mum that the best she could hope for was to be a secretary, Shèna’s main goal in life was to prove him wrong and boy, has she done just that.

When considering many of history’s great female singers, Shena’s Gospel routes are hardly an original source of inspiration, but when those routes involved working on a show named ‘Mama I Want To Sing’ and gaining a hug from a certain Mr Stevie Wonder, it must be said that very few experiences could exceed that for a soulfully stimulating beginning to a very illustrious career…

Shena has worked as a central vocalist for artists such as James Brown, Chaka Kahn, Joss Stone and Amy Winehouse and has also featured as the featured vocalist on many massive dance and pop records, providing powerful vocals for songs including the no 1 smash ‘Weekend’ by Michael Gray and ‘Dare Me’ by Junior Jack.

Now in 2009, Shena has produced some breath taking solo work with the release of three incredibly well produced and received singles and is currently working on her debut album, a project that will introduce a new sound that dices together big, bold and classic orchestral disco with raw and edgy breaks, beats and lyrics.

As fate has it, Shena’s emergence as the UK’s premiere nu-disco artist has coincided with a newly ignited interest in the genre that started everything we know as dance music today. With more and more of the coolest parties in London playing new remixes of classic and underground disco and with several high profile collaborations on the horizon and some red hot new material, it seems Shena’s reign has just begun…

She was already a big star in her home country Trinidad & Tobago when she was first noticed in Europe in 2003 due to her hit single "Touch me". This also brought her to great remixers like Tiefschwarz. In 2007 Mousse T. invited Sharon to come back to Germany and record vocals for the club hit "Like This Like That" by Se:Sa aka Serhat Sakin from Syke'n'Sugarstarr.

Schiller is the main project of Christopher von Deylen, a German musician. He has won the ECHO-award (2002) for the Best Dance-Single of the Year. Christopher Von Deylen doesn't provide vocals for any of his compositions, instead he chooses to collaborate with singers from within and outside of Germany.

Musicians and vocalists who have worked with von Deylen include: German actor and musician Ben Becker, Irish singer Moya Brennan of the Celtic group Clannad and sister to international new age star Enya, The Biggest Selling Soprano Sarah Brightman, Peter Heppner of the German synth pop band Wolfsheim, miLù, Xavier Naidoo, Maya Saban, Kim Sanders formerly of Culture Beat, Ana Torroja, lead singer of the Spanish pop group Mecano, Tarja Turunen, former frontwoman of Finnish symphonic power metal group Nightwish, Greek singer Despina Vandi, and Alexander Veljanov of German Darkwave group Deine Lakaien, as well as other electronic-music musicians including Klaus Schulze, Mike Oldfield and others.

It has often taken a year or longer for Schiller to release the North American editions of their albums most likely due to having some of the German-language tracks re-recorded in English or contain exclusive or previously unreleased material. European countries, however see Schiller's releases much sooner, usually within a month or so. After the North American release of Life, Christopher Von Deylen stated that he did not wish to continue mixing English translations of the German language tracks.

The name of the band is taken from one of von Deylen's heroes, famed German poet Friedrich Schiller.

Romina Johnson was born in Rome, in the year 1973. In the 1960 her father left the United States to travel the world to pursue his career as a musician. She grew up listening mostly to soul, funk, R&B and jazz along the way.

At the age of 12 Romina started working as a dancer and backing singer. Later on at the age of 20 she joined a band called "Second Floor", and signed first deal with Rossiter Road. Band recorded the first ep, "Love and Happiness", also the original version of "Moving too fast" from the album called '"simply passion'".

After 3 years band split up, however Romina continued as solo artist. She moved from Rome to London in 1999. In the 2000, was a very successful year with the UK number 2 chart "moving too fast" remixed by the Artful Dodger. Things then started to really take off as it went to n. 2 in the national charts the record sold around 5000 copies in Europe and was very played in the UK and European radios.

"Superbad" was released in Europe & Japan and performed over 90 dates in the UK and Europe throughout the following years. The very same year Romina shared the same stage with artist like Lionel Ritchie, Destiny Child, Mary Mary, Craig David performing in many festivals such as "Party in the Park"and many others.

Romina`s latest album "Soul River" was released in Japan in May 2008. In London she had to work with different producers as well as working as a session singer for few artists such as Spice Girls, Us3, Odyssey and Mika.

2009 promises to be the most successful yet for dance diva Nikki Belle as she and her bandmates Anton Powers, Tim Condran and Scott Rosser (who collectively are Cahill) prepare for the release of their second single “Sex Shooter” and their debut album both due on 3 Beat Blue/All Around the World.

Their huge debut mainstream hit single ‘Trippin’ on You’ became an absolute mainstay at UK media with the song playlisted on every radio and TV station nationwide culminating in it passing the 10,000 plays mark early in January 09.

3 club chart number ones under her belt in the last 12 months allied to some barnstorming live performances have seen her elevated to being one of the most popular singers in clubland both here and internationally particularly in her second home in Ibiza.

Originally renowned for her global chart success as one half of 'Hot & Juicy', (the voice behind the smash hit single 'Horny' which she often performs as part of her set) Birmingham born Nikki Belle moved to Liverpool in 2001 when she signed to Atomic Kitten’s management company Integral.

Nikki toured the globe with her own band and also as backing to Atomic Kitten and the solo Kittens, she also toured with The Australian Pink Floyd travelling across Australia, America and Europe throughout 2004.

Developing her solo material Nikki had her first club hits in 2004 when she was the featured vocalist on the club classic ‘Music is My Life’ by Quango and Zunie. She had further minor club hits before achieving her real breakthrough when she stormed the club charts in early 2007 with her superb collaboration with dancefloor producers Whelan and Di Scala on the Womack and Womack classic “Teardrops.”

She was approached by Whelan and Di Scala - the producers behind chart toppers 'Body Rockers', and 'Love Sensation’ - after they saw her perform at Ibiza’s premiere clubs Amnesia and Privilege. The trio collaborated on the follow up, the clubland classic “Sunset to Sunrise” which saw Nikki become a huge hit as resident at Garlands in Ibiza and in Liverpool throughout 2007. She became one of Ibiza's main stars regularly performing with resident DJs from Space and Amnesia such as Defex, Julian Amour, Marco Loco and Tim Sheriden.

Her success over there is also quickly being emulated here in the UK. With her ability to rap and MC over a wide variety of DJ sets as well as to perform her own club hits Nikki has a unique style and talent.

N-Trance are a British electronic music group, from Oldham, Greater Manchester, who were formed by Kevin O'Toole and Dale Longworth, in 1990. The group has sold over 5 million records worldwide and some of their hit singles include "Set You Free", "Forever", as well as covers of the popular 1970s disco songs "Stayin' Alive", "D.I.S.C.O." and "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy?".

Kevin O'Toole and Dale Longworth formed N-Trance, in 1990, after meeting at The Oldham College, where they were both studying sound engineering. Single "Set You Free" was recorded in PWL Studios in 1992, and it was pressed to 500 12" vinyl copies on promotional release. N-Trance had developed their live shows and were gaining some popularity, and on their new label, "Set You Free" was finally released, in 1993, but it failed to enter the Top 40, reaching #83 in the charts. After this, Mike Lewis left the band due to the birth of his son.

In 1994, "Set You Free" was re-released achieving a higher chart position of #39. N-Trance's next single was a eurodance song called "Turn Up The Power" which featured vocals from Rachel McFarlane, of Loveland, and a rap by T-1K. This song was a fairly big hit, getting to #23. The group's next single, a surprising cover of the Bee Gees hit "Stayin' Alive", was not only a massive international hit, but also featured a vocalist who would help define N-Trance's sound in the future, Ricardo Da Force, formerly rapper with The KLF.

The release of further commercially successful singles, like "Electronic Pleasure", afforded N-Trance the possibility of building their own recording studio, Deep Blue, in 1996. They spent the following year and a half recording their second full-length album, Happy Hour, which was eventually released in 1999.

Hit singles from the album included cover versions of Rod Stewart's "Do Ya Think I'm Sexy?" and Ottawan's "D.I.S.C.O.", and the hardcore techno clatter of "The Mind of the Machine", which featured the actor Steven Berkoff. A best of album entitled The Best of N-Trance 1992–2002 was released in early 2001, backed by a trance remix of "Set You Free" which reached number 7 in October of that year.

In 2003 work started on writing and recording a new N-Trance album, and although these recordings were postponed soon after, recording started again in 2007 after Kelly Llorenna re-joined Kevin O'Toole and Mike Lewis for future N-Trance recordings.

So far, there are six possible tracks for the new album. "As The Sun Goes Down" and "When Tommorrow Comes" are sung by vocalist Gillian Tennant. There are at least two tracks that will be sung by Kelly Llorenna. These are "You're My Angel and "Stronger".

In 2009 will be release of "Set You Free" with remixes by "Spencer & Hill" and "Dirty Little Funkers". The first single from the album will be "Nothing Lasts Forever".

In February 2009, the group released "The Mind Of The Machine" as their third album. Recently, Kelly Llorenna left the group again to conentrate on here solo career. The group announced they were re-inventing themselves with the new singer Lynsey-Jane Barrow and the return of two former members. The forthcoming single "Nothing Lasts Forever" is currently in the pre-release charts.

Luciana Caporaso is one of the UK's most exciting pop vocalists and performers. As the voice of one of 2006's biggest club crossover tracks - the UK #2 smash hit “Yeah Yeah” by Bodyrox - she is enjoying worldwide acclaim for her inimitable voice and commanding stage presence. A true multi-talent, Luciana is also an emerging presence on the contemporary art scene.

Luciana's career started in '94. In 1996 she joined the already-established group Crush, toured the States and contributed vocals on their self-titled sophomore album. Her career slowly but steadily gathering steam, Luciana joined “Full Intention” in 1998 to sing on “I Don't Know If I Should Call You Baby”. Continuing to explore different musical mediums, Luciana and her new band Shooter released the album “And Your Point? “ in the US in 1999.

Returning from the US to the UK in the new millennium, Luciana began frequenting electroclash clubs like Trash and Nag Nag Nag and became influenced by the sounds of Rapture, Gary Numan and Goldfrapp. Reinvigorated by this fresh and adventurous sound, she began working again with Michael Gray and long time writing partner Nick Clow and eventually formed Portobella.

The first Eye Industries-released Portobella tracks, “London Punk / Freakin' In Stereo”, received great support from Pete Tong and a host of other DJ's and went straight to the top of the DJ buzz charts. Portobella signed with Island-Universal Records in 2004 and released the singles “Covered In Punk” and “Viva La”.

2006 saw Luciana enjoy unprecedented success as she and Nick Clow continued writing toplines for other artists. Martijn Ten Velden's “I Wish You Would“ was extremely well received, but it was Bodyrox's “Yeah Yeah“ which made Luciana a household name. Bodyrox Featuring Luciana - “Yeah Yeah“ - debuted at #2 in the UK Top 40 Singles charts in late October and remained in the Top 10 for over a month. Her feisty, punk-edged voice found a new legion of fans and the raunchy video directed by Michael Baldwin was played on all major music channels, eventually leading to an Ivor Novello nomination for Best Contemporary Song.

Katherine Ellis is one of the most respected and versatile vocalists in the industry today. She is one of the best live Acts you will ever see, currently performing extensively throughout the World with her vast back catalogue including the huge club hits When you touch me with The Freemasons, Lost by Roger Sanchez and Dreaming by The Ruff Driverz and many others.

Katherine has performed across the UK, Europe, Russia, The Middle East, The Far East, the USA and completed a tour of Australia with The Freemasons in 2008! Katherine’s Releases in 2009 will include collaborations with Bimbo Jones, Paul Emanuel, Soulshakers, MOS, The Str8jackets, Solitaire, Addict DJs, Beaver & Jones and Lee Coombs. Katherine is a true performer who lives for the stage and gives her all, engaging and transporting her audience whilst wowing them with her incredible pipes.

Last year was an extremely busy year for Katherine. Katherine also performed over 60 live shows in 2008. Katherine has performed in countless Russian super clubs such as Dyagilev, Most, Rai and Opera. Equally at home with smaller crowds Katherine is frequently hired for private parties and restaurant openings, a promoter in Kiev observed that “Katherine brings the Party, she is the Party!” As well as performing her Club PAs Katherine is also a celebrated jazz , blues and soul vocalist with a full repertoire of over 200 well known standards, accompanied by a pianist Katherine will give you an intimate unforgettable night taking you through the full range of emotions from laughter to tears.

Katherine is the third member of the band Bimbo Jones, signed to Tommy Boy Records. The debut album Harlem 1 Stop, was released in the US at the end of last year. This was preceded by their single And I try.

An extremely talented writer, she pens the majority of her own material. She also writes for other artists including If You Wanna/Salsoul Nuggetby M&S Presents The Girl Next Door, All Night by Montilla and Dancing In The Darkby 4Tune 500.

2009 has already exceeded the successes of 2008, opening up new and exciting opportunites across the globe. Hold on tight, this is going to be another full-on year in the life of Katherine Ellis.

Joyce Sims is an American singer-songwriter. Her biggest hit single was "Come into My Life", which reached Top 10 status in both the US Billboard R&B chart and the UK Singles Chart in 1987/8. Her biggest success was "Come into My Life", although it was her only Top 10 record. Both "All and All" and her remake of "Love Makes A Woman" with Jimmy Castor were chart entries, but Sims did not garner enough attention to break out beyond the dance market.[1] Sims' debut album, Come into My Life reached #22 in the US R&B album chart. All songs were written by Sims except for "Love Makes A Woman". In 1994, Sims signed with Warlock Records, and released the single "Who's Crying Now". She continued to tour internationally and make club appearances. She made her return in 2006 with the single, "What The World Needs Now Is Love," from her album, A New Beginning, after teaming up with record producers Junior Vasquez and Glen Frisica. Her music can be heard on the soundtrack to the movie, Species, and she has seen her songs recorded or sampled by Randy Crawford, Angie Stone, and Snoop Dog. Sims most recent release was "Wishing You Were Here" on her own imprint, August Rose Records. A new album, Back In Love Again is to follow.[2] 2009 Come Into My Life: The Very Best of Joyce Sims a double CD of her greatest hits and remixes has been released in the UK on Music Club/Demon Music Group that includes the original studio versions on CD1 and Extended mixes on CD2.

Born in North Carolina, Jocelyn was raised in Kinston with her Grandmother before moving to New York. Jocelyn came from a family where her Grandmother, Mother, two aunts and a cousin all sang, but it was her aunt Barbara Roy, who sang with female vocal group EPP that inspired her to sing seriously. Appearing initially as a soloist in Church with various Brooklyn gospel choirs, Jocelyn made the crossover into Disco music early, going on to perform with bands including Kleer, Inner Life and the Salsoul Orchestra. Jocelyn’s recording career defines itself, having worked with many of the best Soul, Raregroove and Disco producers, artists and musicians of our time, a list that includes Quincy Jones, Luther Vandross, George Benson, Roberta Flack, Janis Joplin, Michael Jackson, Gilles Peterson and John Lennon amongst many others.

After decades of shared ownership, the unmistakeable voice of Jocelyn Brown has grown legendary. Her mesmerising tone and delivery, combined with her trademark lyrical honesty provides the listener with a sensitive insight into the real Jocelyn Brown, up close and personal. As she says on ‘Not Yet’, everything has it’s time, and Jocelyn Brown’s time is now.

The artist Inusa Dawuda a.k.a Inusa Groove "The Black Pharaoh" is an excellent musician, performer and entertainer, with many years of experience. The former Hamburg amateuer light heavy weight champ of boxing has recognisable achievements as a vocalist, Saxophonist and MC. In the year 2000 Inusa`s voice first gained a worldwide reputation with the popular house song "morning light", for the project Big World & Swen G. ft. Inusa (BMG Music). An excellent chill out version is found on the Café del Mar Compilation Vol. 9, which made him known to House and lounge music lovers worldwide.

He is a well featured artist on the House music scene.

Beside his numerous gigs in Germany, he regularly tours European cities, for events like the SEAT, BACARDI CLUB TOURS, DAVIDOFF CLUBTOURS AND HEINEKEN EVENT any many more... where the stage addict Inusa transforms any event into the one to remember.

His latest hit singles "Life Is Love" & " Down Down Down" No-Tone feat. Inusa Dawuda (Molto Recordings) are radio hits and ladies favourate in many parts of the world. Also checkout for his vocals performances, on the house remake of Richie Havens and Lammont Dosier classic "Going Back To My Roots "Denise the Menace & Big World ft. Inusa Dawuda released on SUBLIMINAL USA. INUSA after WMC in Miami this year.

Inusa: “Action speaks louder than words, results even louder - so let yourself go and feel the flow of my music. Entertainment is my mission!”

naya began singing in church as a youngster in Brooklyn, New York, where she got her first experience performing. She attended the High School of Music and the Performing Arts in her native city, New York and went on to major in musical theater at The University of Bridgeport. The next obvious step for Inaya was to hit the stage taking various roles in Musicals in New York. She understudied Stephanie Mills in “The Wiz”, receiving rave reviews when she stepped into the lead as “Dorothy” in New York, St. Louis, and Washington DC.

Inaya has recorded vocals for Michael Jackson, P. Diddy, MC Lyte, Queen Latifah, Moni Love, Randy Crawford, Bootsie Collins and Missy Elliot - to name a few. In addition, Inaya is an incredibly versatile songwriter. You can seek her out in the writers’ credit sections on Bootsie Collins album "Fresh Outta "P" Univercity" and on Randy Crawford`s LP, "Every Kind Of Mood". The songs for Ms. Crawford were chosen to be the first two singles and made the charts in the U.S. and U.K. respectively. She's currently working on "soulful house" projects with German Producer, Ralf Gum of Go-Go music and "deep house" with Mike Cruz of Tommy Boy records.

Inaya recently marked her tenth top 10 Billboard charter, penning and/or lending her voice to a number of singles like “Horny” Mousse T, “Movin Up” Mike Cruz ,”Lift It Up” & “Can`t Stop Dancin“ Mike Cruz, “Keep Pushin“ Boris Dlugosch, “I Am Tha One” & “Glamorous Life” Mr.Timothy and “Hold Your Head Up High” Boris Dlugosch to name a few. She's currently shooting upward from the #8 position on the Billboard chart with her hit “U Spin Me” Mike Cruz.

The voice behind Horny, Fire, Is It cos Im Cool?, Right About Now Emma has indeed been a source of inspiration for Mousse T. The untrained roughness has a natural jazzy blues connection which keeps Emma in a very special place in the Peppermint fold. Her live performance is that of an absolute veteran, commanding and captivating her audience as if she has been at it for a life time. She also surprises with her acting skills - her role in the musical Alice In Wonderland in a Hannover theater house as the Cat, is a total hit, selling out every night its shown. Very natural, enchanting, sexy, what you see is what you get, are just a few positive qualities often said about her.

There’s no question that he’s the hip-hop DJ that has covered the most ground in Quebec. At 6’7’’, DJ Shortcut is imposing both in stature as well as his unique sound and style that have been his trademark for 20 years in the Quebec hip-hop nightlife and landscape. DJ Shortcut is a benchmark, an absolute must! He’s one of the rare hip-hop DJs who can be seen on TV. He was the DJ on la Fureur (Radio-Canada), on Belle et Bum (Télé-Québec) and on Merci Bonsoir (TVA). He’s been very active in Montreal nightlife; he was a mixer for Foufounes Électriques, Redlite, Groove Society, for the Aria, Traffic, Sona, the Opera, at the U Night Club, and for Pinokkio, to name but a few.

He very quickly exchanged his school scribblers to devote himself full-time to his turntables. In his native South Shore, with the same passion and ambition of a class leader, he studied the art of being a DJ with the sole objective of becoming the best. He could easily have followed the path of a good number of young people and ended up on the street, but he chose another road. He opted for a path that was more winding, but how much more gratifying. Today, he can without a doubt affirm that his wager has been won, he is the best hip-hop DJ that Quebec has ever produced. His dope sheet is impressive and earns him the role of pioneer in his field. One memorable fact, in 2002, he was opening for Jah Rule at the Molson Centre with his album Pète la coche. A number of critics and journalists confirmed that the Montreal DJ had literally stolen the show, and that his American counterpart would have a lot to do to keep his audience warmed up. Quite an accomplishment for an American opening act!

He was the first DJ to host a hip-hop broadcast on commercial radio in Quebec (Cool Rap Hip-Hop – Cool FM). He was the first resident DJ on a Musique Plus show (Rap City). In 2001, he became the first Quebec hip-hop DJ to launch an album (DJ Shortcut pète la coche). He also produced the albums of Yvon Krevé (Quand je rappe pas – 2003) and of Étranjj (Chin – 2005). In addition, he has three video-clips to his credit: « Fresh », « On est là » and « Pète la coche ».

Some facts not to be forgotten, he won the trophy for best DJ at the Gala Unistar 2005, and in 2007, he was awarded an honorary trophy for his entire career at the Gala MU.

One quality that everyone recognizes in this giant is his loyalty to his discipline and those close to him. In 2002, Shortcut signed the production of the first K-Maro album, Le Clan Chill. Five years later, the two acolytes have come back with Platinum Remixes, an album that pays tribute to the passage of time, but time which isn’t forgotten!

With K-Maro, Shortcut quietly aspires to an international career which he has dreamed of for a very long time. He had the opportunity to do mixing for a week at the French station Sky Rock to promote Shym (a protégé of K-Maro). He demonstrated his talent before immense audiences in Paris, Moscow, St. Petersburg, in Switzerland, Belgium and Monaco. He took part in a show for tolerance in Morocco before an audience of more than 300,000! Let his detractors hold back, the adventure has only begun!

2007 will mark the return to disk of Shortcut. Six years after « DJ Shortcut pète la coche », his many fans will have the chance to experience the evolution of this master of the dance. He promises us an album collection with an original flavour that threatens to shake things up and leave a deep impression.

« This album is a bombshell», he assures us with his laugh, so strong and unique that shows us how far he likes to go to make a mark, or rather, his mark!

Deepest Blue, the outfit for Matt Schwartz and Joel Edwards musical collaboration is a chart topping act with two top 10’s and a a top 20 album with over a quarter of a million sales. Formed in early 2002 the duo has been experimenting with dance and acoustic vibes, resulting in their smash hit ’Deepest Blue’ in 2003, they followed it with the No 2 airplay record ‘Give it away’ and after two more singles, the sky sports news theme and a top 20 Album they decided to call it quits in 2005 only to reform in 2007 and work on a new album . ‘Miracle’ is the first single form their long awaited second album, it’s an edgy sexy hybrid between disco and electro with a touch of rock.

Matt has had success under many different aliases such as Dada - Lollipop, The Drill, and 4tune500, all started their life on his record label Destined Records and been working with Trevor Horn, Lol Creme and Robbie Williams.

Joel Edwards has remixed for Blondie, Lamb, Chicane and Texas,in 2005 he went on to record an acoustic solo album, entitled Lost And Found, for Mercury Records. He is now managing the St Albans band Saving Aimee and has recently been touring with the Italian band Planet Funk.

David Goncalves started is singing career when he was 10 years old. He started in a church choir where he first developed his vocals. After that he started to pay interest for R&B music. He teamed up with some other singers and started a group. He’d won a few talent shows, and had an offer recording a record. That’s when his song writing started to develop. After joining several groups and touring all around the continent it was time to be a solo artist. In 2003, he joined the greatest talent show “The Dutch idol”. He came in 5th of the thousands off members that joined in. After that his career started to blow.

He stood in the biggest arenas in Holland., had a record deal and released his debut single (Running away). Short after that he did a collaboration with a few house dj’s (Chocolate Puma) and they made a few tracks, 3 of them were released. One of them (Always & Forever ) was a big hit world wide. And gave him the opportunity to work in the studio or on stage with big names in House music (Roger Sanchez, Bob Sinclair). He discovered a whole new scene where the powerful soul vocals were reborn again. You can enjoy his work on the new Chocolate puma release “Another day” July (2007) and on the debut album of the French award winning dj David Vendetta with the track “Freaky girl”.

Now David Goncalves is working on a solo house album. In the mean while he’s doing big house events all over the world with the biggest names in house music. And is writing music for a lot off great artists, dj’s and producers.

Crystal Waters is an American singer and songwriter performing in the Disco house and Dance-pop genres. Her debut solo single “Gypsy Woman (She’s Homeless)” reached the top of the USA and European Chats and was nominated for American Music Awards 1991. Following the hit-making way, Cristal won the Billboard Music Award for Top-Selling Hot Dance Music Club Play Single for “100% Pure Love” from the second album “Storyteller” (1994). Later she released the self-titled album, included the hit-single “Say…If You Feel Alright” (1997). In 2008-2009 the singer produced two new dance hits “Dancefloor” and “Never Enough”.
 

Cosmonaut, one of Russia's electronic scene pioneers. First russian electronic artist with international success. Professional DJ / producer since 1991. Founder of legendary project RADIOTRANCE, whose "Russian EP" with tracks "Plasma" and "Boctok5" (Transient rec. UK 1997) was in Paul Oakenfold's TOP 10.

Live and DJ-sets at hundreds of big events/raves, such as LoveParade, Streetrave, Freedom Parade, Eastern Strike, DJ Parade, Instantion, Orbita, Revolution, 5 Element, and many other events, on one stage with The Prodigy, Tiesto, Westbam, Hybrid, Renny Pilgrem, Meat Katie, General Midi, Future Funk Squad, JDS, Elite Force, Tayo, Lexy, Kai Tracid, Commander Tom, Da Hool, Mellow D, Colin Dale, Liberators, Astral Projection, and many other well-known artists.

4 albums released in Russia, many singles & EPs, mixes, appearances on many compilations worldwide.

Cosmonaut's sets are high-energetic mixture of straight and broken beats with many fresh and some unreleased tracks made by Russian producers.

Cosmonaut's radioshow on Megapolis 89.5 FM (Moscow, Russia)

Cosmonaut & Satellites is live act, dedicated to the dancefloor, electronic sounds created by Cosmonaut are synchronized with special video installation and filled live with guitar sounds by famous russian guitarist Voinov and vocals by Alissa. A lot of unfinished and unrecorded stuff already goes live... exclusively for the people on the floor. Be with this.

Booty Luv was created during early recordings of Big Brovaz' Re-Entry album when music executives offered Cherise and Nadia the chance to record and promote a new version of R&B/soul singer Tweet's club hit "Boogie 2nite". In late 2006 the video for "Boogie 2nite" was sent to top music channels and the song was heavily promoted. The song continued its success onto digital music video channels, holding #1 positions on the The Hits Most Selected and TMF Hitlist UK. The song was released on download format a week before the physical release, and shot to #1 on the 3 Download Chart and iTunes Top 100. This furthered its success into the UK Singles Chart, where it peaked at #19 on download sales before climbing as high as #2 following its physical release. It also became their first #1 single in the UK Dance Charts.

In 2007, after taking several months to record their debut album, Booty Luv released the follow-up single "Shine", a cover of the Luther Vandross song on the 14 May. It was well received by radio and added to the A-List on BBC Radio 1, peaking at #17 on the UK Airplay Chart.

Their debut album Boogie 2nite was released 17 September 2007, one week after third single Don't Mess With My Man (a cover of a Lucy Pearl song) made the UK Top 20 at #11, and the UK Dance Charts at #1, taking their amount of number one UK Dance singles to three. The album features the three hit singles "Boogie 2nite", "Shine" and "Don't Mess with My Man", a new cover as well as five original songs, including the latest UK Top 20 hit Some Kinda Rush.

The first single from the new album is titled "Say It", and was premiered on Friday, 10 April 2009.

Vacuum, that was then. This is now.

Whatever preconceptions you or anybody may have of Vacuum, leave them here. Now firmly at the helm and in artistic control of Vacuum is singer Mattias Lindblom and sound architect/silent member Anders Wollbeck.

Together they have embarked on a journey of musical discovery that is Vacuum 2004. With elements of their past works such as "The Plutonium Cathedral" and "Culture Of Night", mixing old with new to stunning effect, they create elegant, breathtaking new music. YES, the electronic influences are still there but now, grown as a song writers, these songs are bigger, better and more powerful than you dare dreamed possible and throughout the one thing that will have you captivated and spellbound is the one instrument that no other band could ever have. The extraordinary vocal talents of Mattias Lindblom whose work on the forthcoming single "Fools Like Me" will leave you breathless.

Behind a deceptively at first sleeve that hints at something darker and brooding within you will find that the single perfectly demonstrate Vacuum 2004. "Fools Like Me", a radio friendly heartstopingly beautiful ballad where Mattias's voice swoops and soars. By far the most personal work to date, never before has the sound of Vacuum been so pure, powerful yet in control and over a hauntingly simple melody you are touched by the sheer emotion and power in Mattias's voice which in turn caresses and strokes you like an angels wings leaving you captivated.

The backside track "Queen" will have fans of the older style of Vacuum reaching for oxygen masks as this song somewhat experimental with controversial lyrics yet accessible and hypnotic at the same time... The strange soundscape, provided by Wollbeck, featuring ticking clocks over bleeping and stuttering slabs of synth married with hypnotic ethnic chants and crisp snare drums, is held together by Mattias's extraordinary vocal, emotive and pleading and seamlessly blending old and new vacuum together to make a streamlined and valid 2004 version of their music.

If this is anything to judge the forthcoming album on then we are about to witness something very special indeed, and if all this sounds like it comes from a devoted Fan. That's because it is, and after hearing these songs you too will feel the same and understand that Vacuum touch you in a way you have never been touched before and it can surely only be a matter of time before Vacuum are a worldwide household name.

TOM BOXER - DJ, vocal singer, composer & music producer Tom is from Romania - Eastern Europe. Started to play with music around age 5 with guitar. Later, he discovered a true passion for composition and music production. The influence in his style is all good music no matter if is folk, rock, punk, pop, jazz, hip hop or dance.

10 years ago he leaved in UK where he learned how to produce club music. Back in his native country - Romania where he work in his personal studio - he released great dance hits such as BRASIL, A BEAUTIFUL DAY and DANCING His latest singles Brasil and A BEAUTIFUL DAY are TOP 10 hits in many coutries from Europe with great videos directed by himself. He played music with many great Dj's and worked in studio with great artists from around the world. A very positive sound and vibe (as Tom Boxer is in his real life). A few feat's with great reggae singers like BUPPY BROWN the singer from BLADE 2 soundtrack, and MIKE DIAMONDZ. Some tracks are performed by himself. To be mentioned that he's composing his own lines, recording instruments and voices and mastering the tracks. It's a mastering ingineer too. On the dancefloor he brings a special and different positive sound. Live vocal, MC, freestyling still spining and scratching. It is like a dance music machine and in every club he was people felt the difference. He is not considering himself just a DJ but a complete artist and his message and vibe comes from his own interior nature: PURE LOVE for GOD, UNIVERSE and people. On his personal webpage tom says: "Believe in something, anything, no matter how small or big. It's the only way you can be happy. And to be happy is the true reason of life".

Thomas Anders is a German singer, composer and record producer. Anders was the lead singer of Germany's popular pop-duo Modern Talking, which was produced by Dieter Bohlen in 1984–1987 and in 1998–2003.

His career officially began when in 1980, at age of 17, he released his debut single Judy. In 1983, he met Dieter Bohlen who produced Was macht das schon, the German cover version of F.R. David's Pick Up The Phone and also Heißkalter Engel, the German cover version of Real Life's Send Me An Angel. The real success; however, came when in late 1984, Anders and Bohlen formed the successful duo Modern Talking, which they started things off by a worldwide hit single You're My Heart, You're My Soul.

In late 1987, Anders and Bohlen decided to terminate Modern Talking and go their separate ways due to constant quarrel between the two. This drove Anders to leave Germany for the United States, where in 1989, Anders released his first solo album Different with more pop style rather than dance, which he produced together with Elton John's producer Gus Dudgeon and a-ha's producer Alan Tarney. The second album Whispers was released in 1991, three singles were released off Anders' second solo album "The Sweet Hello, The Sad Goodbye" written by Roxette member Per Gessle, "I Can't Give You Anything (But My Love)" and "True Love". In 1992, Anders released his third album Down on Sunset, the singles "How Deep Is Your Love" and "Standing Alone" (duet with Glenn Medeiros) found some success both in Germany and Austria. Anders released his fourth solo album When Will I See You Again in 1993. The first single "When Will I See You Again" featured the original singers of the song, The Three Degrees.

Things for him then were quiet until the end of 1997 when Thomas Anders and Dieter Bohlen announced the reunion of Modern Talking. The duo split again in 2003 eventually selling over 65 million albums worldwide between 1998 and 2003.

In late 2003 Anders signed a contract with BMG international as a solo artist after their final album of Modern Talking. The first single Independent Girl released in November 2003 reached #17 in the German single chart, and his album This Time released in 2004 entered the Top 20 as well. The second single King Of Love reached the Top 20 in Spain and the Top 40 in Germany. At this point, Anders was working with his new producer Peter Ries, who previously had worked with such artists as Sandra and No Angels.

In 2006 Anders left BMG and joined Edel Records and released his swing-album Songs Forever. In July 2008 two download singles were released: Ibiza Baba Baya & For You. Currently, Anders is working on his new solo album, which is planned to be released in 2009.

Sophie Elis Bextor is an English singer and DJ, performing electropop, disco, nu-disco and house. Her solo carrier successfully started with the “best dance” album “Read My Lips” (2001), which was certified double Platinum. The second album “Shoot from the Hip” (2003) and the third - “Trip the Light Fantastic” (2007), were also on the top of the UK chats. The latest album “Make a Scene” appeared in 2011. Sophie is very prosperous in the collaborations with DJ Junior Caldera, Armin van Buuren, Bob Siclar, Richard X, Spiller, Freemasons and many others.

September is a Swedish pop singer. She became popular after performing the hits “La La La (Never Give It Up)”, “We Can Do It” and “September All Other” from the second album “September” (2004). After followed successful singles: “Satellites”, “Cry for You”, “Can not Get Over”, “Until I Die”, Mikrofonkat”, “Hangover”, “Love’s Tongue” and albums: “In Orbit” (2005), “Dancing Shoes” (2007) and “Love CPR” (2011). September is nominated for Grammy in 2012 for “Best Song”.

ROCKING SON consists of three multi-talented entertainers from South Germany. The lead singer of the group is Stefan, Ebru gives the group a touch of the feminine element completed by their fellowship . Both have had many years of experience in the musical and entertainment businesses and each possess the necessary quantum of ‘Star Potential’.

Stefan and Ebru sang and danced as a part of the renowned group ‘Dschinghis Khan’ during their revival show in December in Moscow and breathed new magic into the old songs. In the Olympic Stadium in Moscow they performed live in front of 30,000 people and the performance was broadcasted before millions on public TV in Russia on New Year’s Eve. This performance, for which Stefan had the responsibility of the entire choreography and artistic direction of the show, and also the enthusiastic reactions for the "new rulers" and their fellowships,led to (their ultimate split with Dschinghis Khan and) the creation of the newly formed ROCKING SON.

Planet Funk is an Italian electronic dance band who reached the word popularity with the hit singles “Chase the Sun” and “Inside All People” from their debut album “Non Zero Sumness” (2002). Their second album “The Illogical Consequence” was released in 2005. The single “Static” from the third album is reproduced in the computer game FIFA 08. The latest albums “Planet Funk” and “The Greatest Shake” came in 2009 and 2011, respectively. Planet Funk also had successful collaborations with John Graham, Emilia de Poret, Sally Doherty and Dan Black.

Patricia Kaas (born December 5, 1966 in Forbach, France) is a French singer and actress. Kaas is one of the most successful French-speaking singers in the world. Stylistically her music is not classical chanson, but is closer to a mixture of pop music, jazz and chanson.

Since the appearance of her debut album Mademoiselle chante... in 1988 Kaas has sold over 16 million records worldwide. She had her greatest success in, e. g., Germany, Switzerland, Belgium, Canada, Russia, Finland, and Korea with her third album Je te dis vous. Kaas is almost constantly on tour internationally. In 2002 Kaas had her film debut in And now... Ladies and Gentlemen beside Jeremy Irons. Kaas is currently on "Kabaret" world tour since the end of 2008.

Kaas represented France in the Eurovision Song Contest 2009 in Moscow, Russia and finished in 8th place.

Off the Wall is a UK band performing the music of Pink Floyd. The bassist Paul Barker and Fluff Fortune started in 2001 and was joined by vocalists Ian Hawkins, Sulene Fleming, Mick on drums and percussion, and the saxophonists Steve Beighton  and Snake Davis. Off the Wall have already performed in many countries of UK, Europe, Far East and South America. Their concerts are supported by the light show and video plays.

Natalie Imbruglia is an Australian pop and rock singer. She started her career with the hit «Torn», which became #1 in UK and brought her «Best New artist» and «Best song» awards at the MTV Music Awards. Her debut album «Left of the Middle» (1997) was certified 2xPlatimun. The second album “White Lilies Island” arrived in 2001 and the third “Counting Down” in 2005. The latest album titled “Come to life” was released in 2009. The singer successfully collaborated with Chris Martin of Coldplay.

Lou Bega is German pop musician of Italian and Ugandan descent. His hit singles «Mambo #5» and «I got a girl» entered the top positions of the  European and American chats. In 1999 Lou Bega released the debut album «A little Bit of Mambo» which was certified triple platinum. The second album «Ladies and Gentelmen»,  the third «Lounatic» and the fourth «Free again» appeared in 2001, 2005 and 2010, respectively. Lou Bega wrote the soundtrack for the French cartoon Marsupilami. 

Kelly Rowland is an American R&B singer, dancer and actress. She became known as the member of Destiny's Child. In 2002 she released her debut solo album «Symply Deep». The second one – named «Ms.Kelly» appeared in 2007. Kelly earned two Grammy Awards, Intarnational Dance Music Awards and «Best video International'. The singer succesfuly collaborated with Nelly, Snoop Dogg, Eve, Devid Guetta. In 2011 she released the new album «Here I am», which reached the tops of the R&B chats.

Ke$ha is an American electropop and dance-pop singer. Her debut single “Tik Tok” came in the 2009 and was nominated on the MTV Video Music Award as the Best Pop video. The debut album “Animal” was released in 2010 and brought Ke$ha the title of the Best New Artist of the Year according to the Europe Music Awards 2010. Such hit-singles as “Blah Blah Blah”, “Take it off” and “Your love is my drug” achieved both critical and commercial success. The singer successfully collaborated with the Flo Rida and Dr.Luke.

Kate Ryan is a Belgian singer Dance-pop, Eurodance, House music genres. Kate’s career took off in 2001 with the hit dance single “Scream for More” from the debut solo album “Different” (2002), which went Gold and Platinum. The second album, entitled “Stronger” (2004), and the latest one – “Free” (2008) - both received the Gold status. Ryan’s single “We All Belong” became the official anthem for the EuroGames 2007 in Antwerp. In 2008 Kate won the World Music Award as “The Best Selling Benelux Artist” and released the best-of album “Essential”. The singer’s next album “Electroshock” announced to be released in 2011.

K-Maro is a Canadian pop singer of Lebanese origin. His debut solo album «I am a l'ancienne» appeared in 2002, but the world popularity he reseaved with the hit-singles «Femme like u», «Crazy», «Sous l'oeil de l'ange» from the second album «La good life». K-Maro released the third album «million Dollar Boy» in 2005, then followed the albums «Perfect strange» (2008) and «01.10» (2010). The singer succesfuly colaborated with Corneille, Cheb Mami, Belly, Jim Jones and was awarded with «The International Achievement Award» at the 17 th Gala of the Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada.

Heather Small is a British soul singer, known for such hits as “Moving On Up”, “One Night In Heaven” and “Search For The Hero” singing with the group M People and won with the band the Best British Dance Act Award at the Brits in 1994 and 1995, as well as the Mercury Music Prize for Elegant Slumming. In 2000 Small released her debut solo album “Proud”, which soon reached the Gold status. Her second album “Close to a Miracle” appeared in 2006. Heather Small performed “Proud” at the closing ceremony of the Special Olympics World Summer Games in Athens in 2011.

Grace Jones is a Jamaican-American singer, performing pop, rock, R&B, reggae and electronic music. Her three first albums “Portfolio” (1977), “Fame” (1978) and “Muse” (1979) were disco-oriented and had a great success in the New York City nightclubs. The following albums were also well-received in the US and Europe: “Warm Leatherette” (1980), “Nightclubbing” (1981), “Living My Life” (1982), “Slave to the Rhythm” (1985), “Inside Story” (1986), “Bulletproof Heart” (1989), “Hurricane” (2008). Grace collaborated with Brian Eno, Bruce Woolley, Tricky, Tony Allen and many others. Her hairstyle and dressing with costumes and masks were supplemented to the Grace Jones's striking appearance.

Fragma is the German dancing project. Their world success came after the single “Toca’s Miracle”, from the debut album “Toca” (2001), in the collaboration with Coco Star and further remixes of DJs Pete Tong and Judge Jules. Their second album “Embrace” (2002) contained such singles as “Say That You're Here”, “Embrace Me” and “Time And Time Again”. Fragma’s following singles were: Toca's Miracle/Toca Me 2008 (Vocals By Coco) (2008), What Do You Want (with Jesus Luz) (2010), Oops Sorry (2011), Everytime You Need Me 2011 (Feat. Damae) (2011), What Love Can Do (with Plastik Funk) (2011).

E-Type is a Swedish eurodance singer. His debut solo single “Set The World On Fire” became a Gold selling record. E-Type’s debut album “Made in Sweden” appeared in 1994 and was marked by the Swedish Dance Music Awards as the “Best debut”, “Best performer” and “Best song”. In 1996 he released the second album “The Explorer”. The following albums of E-Type are: “Last Man Standing” (1998), “Euro IV Ever” (2001), “Loud Pipes Save Lives” (2004) and “Eurotopia” (2007). E-Type became popular all over the world with the singles “This Is The Way”, “Calling Your Name”, “Campione 2000”, “Here I Go Again” and “Angels Crying”.

DJ Méndez is a Chilean DJ and pop singer. His debut single “Razor Tongue” was given the gold status. DJ Mendez’s first album “Latino For Life” (2000) reached the top in Swedish Chats and set up the milestones of the Latin music in Europe. He was nominated the MTV Video Music Awards, Latinoamérica Awards, MTV Europe Music Awards, Melodifestivalen Sweden 2002 and Song Festival of Viña del Mar. DJ Mendez’s following albums are: “Méndez” (2001), “Adrenaline” (2002), “Perro Perseverante” (2003), “La Máquina” (2005), “Mendez vs. Macabro” (2007) and “210” (2009).

Danzel is a Belgian Techno and House singer. His debut single “Pump It Up!” (2004) peaked the Top of the Dance Chats. The same year Danzel released his debut album “The Name of the Jam”. During the next few years such greatest hits as: “Put Your Hands In The Air!”, “My Arms Keep Missing You”, “You spin me round”, “What is life”, “Clap Your Hands”, “Jump” appeared. The singer’s second album “Unlocked” was released in 2008. Danzel’s popularity spread all other the world, mostly in UK, Australia, Germany, USA, Japan and Italy.

Da Buzz is a Euro Dance and pop group from Sweden. The hit single “Do You Want Me” from the first album “Da sound” (2000) became Platinum in their homeland. Then followed the albums: “Wanna Be with Me” (2002), “More than Alive” (2003), “Dangerous” (2004), “Last Goodbye” (2006) and “The Graetest Hits” (2007). Da Buzz gained popularity in the US and Japan Clubs with their greatest hits “Let Me Love You”, “Wanna Be With Me”, “Wonder Where You Are”, “Last Goodbye” and many others. In 2010 the group released the new single “U Gotta Dance”.

Camouflage is the German Synthpop trio, formed in 1884. Their debut albums “Voices & Images” in 1888 and “Methods of Silence” in 1990 had both commercial and critical success. Then followed the albums: “Meanwhile” (1991), “Bodega Bohemia” (1993), “Spice Crackers” (1995), “Sensor” (2003) and “Relocated” (2006). The band released the compilation albums: “Best of Camouflage: We Stroke the Flames” in 1997, “Rewind” (Best of 85-97) in 2001 and “Archive№01” in 2007. Camouflage’s first concert DVD “Live in Dresden” (2009) was recorded during their tour with the album “Relocated”.

Bryan Ferry is an English singer and frontman of the band “Roxy Music”, performing pop-rock, glam rock and pop music. At the beginning of the solo career he released the albums “These Foolish Things” (1973) and “Another Time, Another Place” (1974), both of which were placed at the UK Top 5. Then followed the 11 solo albums, among them: “Let's Stick Together” (1976), “In Your Mind” (1977), “Boys and Girls”( 1985), “Bête Noire” (1987), “Taxi” (1993), “Mamouna” (1994), Frantic (2002), “Dylanesque” (2007). In 2011 Bryan Ferry became the Commander of the Order of the British Empire.

Bosson is a Sweedish pop singer who’s break came in 2000 due to the song “One in the Million”. The single became the soundtrack to the movie “Miss Congeniality” and brought him the nomination for the Golden Globe Award 2000 and Award as the Best Newcomer on the Radio Music Awards 2001. From the beginning of the solo career Bosson released 4 albums, among them are: “The Right Time” in 1998, “One in a Million” in 2001, “Rockstar” in 2003, “Future’s Gone Tomorrow, Life is Here Today” in 2007. The singer collaborated with Britney Spears, Kylie Minogue, Al Di Meora, Dima Bilan and many others.

Arash is an Iranian-Swedish singer. His debut self-titled album was released in 2005. His singles "Boro Boro" ("Go Away"), "Tike tike kardi" and "Temptation" (featuring Rebecca Zadig) brought him the world popularity. Arash released the second remix album “Crossfade” in 2006 and the third “Donya” in 2008. The singer succesfully collaborated with Helena, Shaggy, Rebecca Zadig, Blestyashchie and Anna Semenovich. In 2011 Arash debuted in the cinema “Rhino Season” as a partner of Monica Bellucci.
 

Amel Bent is a French Pop and R&B singer. Amel received popularity after reality TV show “Nouvelle Star”. Her debut album titled “Un Jour d'été” was released in 2004 and became Platinum mostly due to the hit-single “Ma Philosophie”. Amel’s second album “À 20 ans” (2007) was certified Gold and the third “Où je vais” (2009) as Patinum. Such hit-singles as “Ne retiens pas tes larmes”, “Où je vais”, “Ne retiens pas tes larmes” and “Le droit à l’erreur” led the top of French Digital Charts.

Akcent's genre is disco house, pop and power pop. In 2002 their album “In culori” was the best selling album of the year in Romania. Their English debut album French Kiss with Kylie was released in Europe in 2006, it included their 2 European smash hits: "Kylie" and "Jokero". Following this line of success, in 2008 album “Fara Lacrimi” (“No tears”) become an instant hit in many countries with singles such as ‘Stay with Me’, ‘Lover’s Cry’ ‘Love stoned’ ‘My Passion’ and ‘That’s my Name’. In 2009 the band released a new album, Fara Lacrimi. Two songs from the album, "Stay With Me" and "That's My Name," have become massive hits on radio stations in Romania as well as in number of other countries.

Turbo B (Born Durron Maurice Butler on Apr 30, 1967 in Pittsburgh, PA) is a musician, rapper and beatboxer, best known for his time fronting the electronic music group Snap!.

Butler started his music career as a drummer for a heavy metal band in his hometown. After joining the United States Army he was sent to Frankfurt in 1985 where he trained to become a bomb defusal expert. After completing his service in the Army he returned to the USA but went back to Germany shortly thereafter to pursue his music career. In 1990 DJ Rico Sparx discovered his rapping talents and introduced him to Snap! producers Michael Münzing and Luca Anzilotti (who were using the pseudonyms Benito Benites and John "Virgo" Garrett III), they chose him to replace Chill Rob G's vocals in their song The Power. He chose the stage name Turbo B, which had been his nickname since childhood.

The Power became a major international hit, and Butler became recognisable as the frontman of the group. To promote the record he toured widely with Snap!, rapping his lyrics and also playing drums. With the release of Snap!'s second album, Butler wanted the first single to be Color of Love. Rhythm Is a Dancer was planned to be the first single, however he reportedly hated the song, especially his now infamous line "I'm serious as cancer when I say rhythm is a dancer". In December 1991 he got his wish but Color of Love went fairly unnoticed in the charts. Michael Münzing and Luca Anzilotti then released Rhythm Is a Dancer as the second single without consulting him. It became the groups second major international hit. Butler left Snap! shortly after due to growing dissent with the group and its managers.

After leaving Snap! Butler pursued a solo career, releasing the album Make Way For The Maniac in 1993 on Polydor Records. It featured the singles I'm not dead, Get Wild, What You See and Nice & Smooth.

He went on to form the band Centory in 1994 with Gary Carolla, Delgado (Kevin Estevez), and Alex Trime (Eddie Gibson). They released the album Alpha Centory which spawned 4 minor hits in the european charts. After touring with Centory following their success, Butler left the group and was replaced by singer Trey D. Centory went on to release another single without him however it performed poorly in the charts and the group folded shortly thereafter.

He did not release any more solo material until 2005, when his single New Day was released under Holy Chaos Recordings.

In 1999 he featured in the single Rocksteady Love by Victoria Silvstedt on her album Girl on the Run, also appearing in her music video. In 2000 Snap! and Turbo B rejoined for a surprise comeback, and released the single Gimme A Thrill. It failed to chart however, and their planned upcoming album One Day on Earth was subsequently never released.

In 2002 he featured on H-Blockx cover of Snap!'s The Power, as well as in their music video. In 2003 he released the single Ballet Dancer with house music trio Master Blaster, also appearing in their music video.

Salvatore Cutugno (born July 7, 1943), better known by his stage name Toto Cutugno, is an Italian pop singer-songwriter.

He began his musical career as a drummer, but later formed a band that performed his own songs. He also had written for popular French-American singer Joe Dassin, contributing some of his most famous songs, including "L'été indien" ("Africa"), "Et si tu n'existais pas" and "Le Jardin du Luxembourg" (written with Vito Pallavicini). He also co-wrote Dalida's "Laisser moi danser" (Voglio l'anima"), which became a Platinum record shortly after its release.

In 1976 Cutugno participated for the first time in the Sanremo Music Festival coming up with 3rd place with his band Albatros rd. He then won in 1980 with the song "Solo noi" ("Only us", in Italian), and subsequently finished second in six editions: in 1984 with the song "Serenata" ("Serenade"), in 1987 with "Figli" ("Sons" or "Children"), in 1988 with "Emozioni" ("Emotions"), in 1989 with the song "Le mamme" ("The Mamas"), in 1990 with Ray Charles with the song "Gli amori" ("Loves", but entitled "Good Love Gone Bad" in Charles' version) and in 2005 with Annalisa Minetti with the song "Come noi nessuno al mondo" ("No One Else in the World Like Us"). In total Cutugno participated in the festival 13 times.

He won the Eurovision Song Contest in 1990 with his own composition "Insieme: 1992" ("Together: 1992"), a ballad which celebrated European political integration. Along with Gigliola Cinquetti, Italy's only other Eurovision winner from 1964, he presented the 1991 contest, which was staged in Rome as a result of his victory. However, when the scoring ended with a tie for first place the event descended into a degree of chaos, partly due to confusion over how the scoring system worked.

Toto Cutugno is most famous known for his worldwide hit song L'Italiano (Lasciatemi Cantare), which was on his hit CD entitled "I Grandi Successi".

During 'De Grote Prijs van Nederland' band competition, the foundations were laid with the melodious rock group 'Streets' for what would soon develop into Ten Sharp.It would not be long before they were able to sign a contract with CBS. The first single 'When The Snow Falls' (84) was 'tipped for the top', while its successor, 'Japanese Lovesong', hit number 30 on the charts. The next two singles ('Last Words' en 'Way Of The West') flopped. Disappointed, the group fell apart shortly afterwards.

On a roll, Niels Hermes and Ton Groen continued to make songs, basically for others. Marcel Kapteijn, still fed up with the record world, sang the demos. When Sony Music ultimately expressed major interest in the new pieces, Kapteijn gave in. Based on earlier experiences, he figured that things would not move quickly. 'You' was released as a single in 1991 and the track ultimately charged through all the major European charts and several beyond Europe as well. To this day, 'You' can be heard world-wide and has sold some 18 million copies. The mini CD 'Under The Waterline' released at the time was embellished with a number of new songs to a fully-fledged LP. That LP earned Ten Sharp the Export Prize in 1992.

They were already away from home enough to promote the success of the supersingle. The result can be found on the second CD 'The Fire Inside', which was released 1993.

In 1994 and 1995, Hermes, Kapteijn and Groen went on tour with four additional conservatory musicians: first along the theatres, later to major festivals such as the World Liberty Concert in Arnhem, Parkpop in The Hague or the Uitmarkt in Amsterdam. The cooperation was so successful that it was decided to record the third CD with the entire band.

'Shop of Memories' brings what the title suggests: musical influences are incorporated in their own polished, mature songs. Ten Sharp developed into a pure album group. When they were asked for the first show of the Marlboro Flashback Tour in 1996, it blended well with the course they had set.

The two years that followed were spent on the Roots promotional tour, a second Flashback tour in which they only played works from the Finn brothers (Crowded House, Split Enz), and a 35 theatre tour. The plans for a new studio record were therefore postponed. To keep the flame burning, it was decided to release 'Best of', although Kapteijn and Hermes did not have enough greatest hits to justify the title. They decided to add five new songs to presage the studio record that was still on hold. It was quickly clear that they had not forgotten how to write when the hit single 'Beautiful' made it as far as number one on the Argentinean charts.

To this very day, Marcel Kapteijn and Niels Hermes are still working on spreading their musical past in the Netherlands and abroad. But, in addition to Ten Sharp, they are also passionately involved in music in their own right.

Technotronic was a studio-based Belgian music project formed by Jo Bogaert in 1988, who had already made his musical mark in the beginning of the 1980s as a part of a cover band and as a solo artist under various new beat projects, including The Acts of Madmen and Nux Nemo. Together with Ya Kid K (born Manuela Barbara Kamosi Moaso Djogi, 1972, Kinshasa, DR Congo), he produced the hit single "Pump Up the Jam" which was originally an instrumental. An image for the act was later put together utilizing Zairian-born fashion model Felly Kilingi as its album/single cover art and supposed singer in the music video.

The track that would become "Pump Up The Jam" began life as "Technotronic" (which in turn became the project's official name), an original instrumental Bogaert released under the name "The Pro 24s". Based on Farley Jackmaster Funk's "The Acid Life" and chord progressions inspired by Marshall Jefferson's "Move Your Body," this instrumental initially included vocal samples from Eddie Murphy's live sets and was months later replaced by newer lyrics and vocals from Ya Kid K. prior to the song's international release in September 1989. It became an unexpected international smash, eventually hitting #2 on the USA's Hot 100 in late 1989/early 1990, becoming the first-ever house record to break through to the pop mainstream.

That success led to the debut of Pump Up The Jam—The Album, which featured tracks by Ya Kid K and MC Eric (born Eric Martin, 1970, Cardiff, Wales) as well as a live opening-act slot for Madonna and appearances on Saturday Night Live, The Arsenio Hall Show, and It's Showtime at the Apollo, among others. It was at this time that Ya Kid K. stepped forward as Technotronic's actual vocalist after it was revealed that Felly was merely lip-synching, à la Milli Vanilli, to the vocals of "Pump Up The Jam."

Three follow-up singles, "Get Up! (Before The Night Is Over)," a #7 hit in the US and a #2 hit in the UK; "This Beat Is Technotronic" (US Dance #3, UK #14); and "Move That Body" (UK #12), also hit the Top 10 in many countries, and the album eventually climbed into the Top 10 of the Billboard 200 in the USA.

In 1990 Kamosi also rhymed on the single "Spin That Wheel", as part of Technotronic's "side project" Hi Tek 3 for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie soundtrack.

A megamix was released compiling many of Technotronic's previous hits. Released as a single, it peaked at #6 in the UK and #1 on the Eurochart Hot 100.

Three years after its initial success, the song "Move This" (also featuring Kamosi) from its debut album became popularized through its use in a Revlon television commercial and became their third Top-10 hit in the United States, peaking at #6. With renewed interest in the album, it was repackaged in 1992 with the same track listing, but this time it featured Ya Kid K on the cover. Technotronic has sold approximately 14 million albums and singles worldwide.

Snap!'s first hit, "The Power" became an international global smash, thanks in part to the combination of house and hip hop elements, but a great deal in part to the unauthorized sampling of a track "Let the Words Flow" by US rapper Chill Rob G. On their first album, World Power , their vocalists were rapper Turbo B. and model/singer Jackie Harris, who was responsible for lip-synching the line, "I've got the power," on the song "The Power" to Jocelyn Brown's voice, though Penny Ford sang the rest of the female vocal on the song.

In 1990 some more hits followed: "Ooops Up" , "Cult of Snap" , "Mary Had A Little Boy" and in 1991 "Snap - Megamix". Penny Ford was the sole female vocalist on the ensuing singles, as well as being the lead vocalist on the majority of the featured album tracks on Snap!'s debut album.

Snap! returned to the charts in 1992 with The Madman's Return , which featured four more hit singles in Europe, "Colour of Love" , "Rhythm is a Dancer", "Exterminate!" and the UK Top 10 Hit "Do You See The Light?" .

Niki Haris, who had sung "Exterminate" and "Do You See The Light?", was retained, alongside newcomer Summer, for the European hit single Welcome To Tomorrow the song was released in in 1994. An album of the same name was released the same year. "The First, The Last, Eternity", although a Top 10 hit in Germany, never enjoyed the same level of recognition as "The Power". Two more singles were released "The World In My Hands"and "Rame" with Rukmani.

Snap! were officially disbanded after the release of the 1996 best-of album, Attack. Münzing and Anzilotti tried a comeback in 2000, with Turbo B.'s return and a new vocalist, but the proposed album, One Day on Earth, was never released, due to various problems during production. Fortunately for Snap!, a few producers, such as Tom Novy from Germany and Motivo Productions from Italy, started remixing some of their old hits, which led to the release of a remix/greatest hits album, The Cult of Snap!, in 2003 . The album included some remix hits in Europe: "See the light" remixed by Plaything in 2002, the C.J. Stone remix of "Rhythm is a Dancer" which reached number 7 in Germany and number 17 in the UK in 2003. The C.J. Stone remix of "Rhythm is a Dancer" is still commonly played at nightclubs in the UK and Europe, often as the last track in a set, and has become somewhat of a dance anthem. And two more remixed hits: "The Power of Bhangra" (#21 in Germany and #34 in the UK, the video was filmed in Sri Lanka) and Ooops up! 2003 (feat. NG3) remixed by DJ Tomekk.

Throughout their career, they scored nine Top 10 singles, including two Number Ones in the United Kingdom ("The Power" and "Rhythm Is A Dancer").

Sister Sledge is an American musical group from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, formed in 1972 and consisting of four sisters: Kim, Debbie, Joni and Kathy Sledge. All the sisters are granddaughters of the former opera singer Viola Williams.

Sister Sledge were born and raised in West Philadelphia and began singing in local Philadelphia churches like the Second Macedonia Baptist Church. They were discovered by Charles Simmons and entered the UK Singles Chart in 1975 with "Mama Never Told Me" and "Love Don't You Go Through No Changes On Me". Their career went into decline before it revived under the production skills of Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards of Chic. This association gave them their biggest successes which came in 1979: the popular disco anthems "We Are Family" (#1 R&B, #2 Pop in the U.S.) and "He's the Greatest Dancer" (#1 R&B, #9 Pop in the U.S.) Both songs were included on their eight song 1979 album We Are Family. Their follow up album was 1980's Love Somebody Today, which included the songs "Got to Love Somebody" (#6 R&B, #64 Pop in the U.S., #34 in the UK) and "Pretty Baby".

Switching to producer Narada Michael Walden in 1981, they released the album All-American Girls, yielding two hits (the title track, which reached #3 R&B and #79 Pop in the U.S. and #41 Pop in the UK), and "Next Time You'll Know", which reached #28 R&B in the U.S.) The sisters continued singing new material throughout the 1980s and 1990s. They achieved an international #1 hit with "Frankie" in 1985 (#1 in the UK for 4 weeks); surprisingly the follow-up single, "Dancing on the Jagged Edge", failed to make the UK Top 40. In 1992, Kathy left the group and recorded the solo album Heart. The group continued to perform with her and recorded the album African Eyes in 1998 as well as the Live in Concert album in 1997. In 2004 they headlined the International Food and Wine Festival at the Epcot theme park. In 2003, Debbi and Joni performed with two other girls in the PBS special, My Music: 70's Soul Superstars, which is also available on DVD.

Their biggest hits have been re-released several times in the UK, often in newly-remixed versions which keep them sounding new and up-to-date. "We Are Family" is regarded by the feminist movement as a totemic statement – it reached number 7 in 1979, number 33 in 1984 and number 5 in 1993.

"Lost in Music" reached number 17 in 1979, number 4 in 1984 and number 14 in 1993. Originally their biggest UK hit back in 1979, peaking at number 6, "He's the Greatest Dancer" has not been a hit again in the UK as an updated version, although Will Smith sampled the backing music in his Top 3 UK hit "Gettin' Jiggy Wit It" and Dannii Minogue covered it in 2007.

In the end of 1983 he recorded under the stage name we well know him right now: Savage his smash SLEAZY-ENERGY hit Don't Cry Tonight that become a HUGE track all over the Europe and remixed endless times. The popularity of this track was so big that he decided to follow the success and in the same year recorded his next track in the same style called Only You.

This song became a classic of low beat Italo Disco sound and is now part of any serious DJs playing Hi-Energy. His first album Tonight was also a tremendous success followed by singles like Radio, Time, A Love Again, Celebrate, Love Is Death. In 1989 he recorder track I Just Died In Your Arms Tonight (a Hi-Nrg version of the classic techno-pop song, originally released by the group Cutting Crew). Also in 1989 he released album with his greatest hits. In 1994 he released album Strangelove. This album contained a number of remixes of his older songs and four mixes of Strangelove (originally composed by Depeche Mode). The last single released by Savage was Don't You Want Me that appeared on his own label Dance World Attack Records (DWA) in 1994. This track was not present in above mentioned album.

Sandra is one of Germany’s most popular singers in modern times. She rose to international stardom in 1985, with the release of her second single (the first was a German version of Alphaville’s “Big in Japan”), “(I’ll Never Be) Maria Magdalena” - its synth-based 1980’s dance sound crafted by boyfriend Michael Cretu proved to be an overwhelming success. Through the following years she had a string of major hits, including “In the Heat of the Night”, “Heaven Can Wait”, “Everlasting Love”, “We’ll Be Together” and “Hiroshima”.

In 1988 Sandra Laurer married Michael Cretu (born Mihai Creţu) and in the 1990’s she collaborated on his new project named Enigma.

Now 28 February 2007 she release a new album called The Art Of Love with 13 songs. The producer is Jens Gad. And this is the first album that she also is the songwriter.

Samanta Fox is an English dance-pop singer. Her debut single “Touch Me (I Want Your Body)” reached the top of the UK and USA chats. Samanta’s greatest hits are “Naughty Girls (Need Love Too)”, “I Wanna Have Some Fun”, “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Me Now” and “Do Ya Do Ya (Wanna Please Me)”. She released 9 albums, the best of them are: “Tuch Me” (1986), “Samanta Fox” (1987), “I Wanna Have Some Fun” (1988), “21 st Century Fox” (1998), “Angel with an Attitude” (2005). The singer performed in duo with Cris Bonacci, Lorraine McIntosh and Sabrina, as well as collaborated with DJ Milano, “All Saints” and many others.

Sabrina is an Italian pop singer. She released her debut single “Sexy Girl” in 1986 and became a hit. The self-titled album appeared the following year and included another international hit – “Boys (Summer Love)”. In 1988 Sabrina became “The Best European Singer” at the Festivalbar with the song “All of Me (Boy Oh Boy)” and released the second album “Super Sabrina”. Her following albums were “Over the Pop” in 1991, “Maschio Dove Sei” in 1996, “A Flower’s Broken” in 1999 and “Erase/Rewind” in 2008. Sabrina successfully collaborated with Jo Squillo.

Riccardo Fogli is an Italian pop singer. His debut album Ciao amore come stai (Hello, Love, How Are You) was released in 1973. The second self-titled album of Riccardo became notable because of the hit “Mondo” (“World”). His greatest hits ever “Malinconia” and “Store di Tutti Giorni” brought the world fame to the singer. The album “Collezione” (1982) became popular in Western Europe, Japan and former USSR. Than followed the albums “Le infinite vie del cuore” (1987) and “Amore di Guerra” (1988). The latest album “Ci saranno giorni mihliori” Riccardo released in 2005.

Rednex is the Swedish Eurodance, Country and Techno group. Their debut album “Sex and Violins” (1995) included the hit singles “Cotton Eye Joe”, “Old Pop In An Oak” and “Wish You Were Here” was certified double Platinum and brought them the world fame. The following album “Farm Out” (2000) contained their successful hit “Spirit of the Hawk”. In 2006 Rednex re-entered the stage with a new songs “Mama Take Me Home”, “Fe Fi (The Old Man Died”). “Football is Our Religion” became the 2008 UEFA European Football Championship Song.

Patty Ryan is a German singer well known for her European disco hit in the 1980’s “You’re my love, You’re my life”. She also sang the hits “Stay With Me Tonight” and “I Don’t Wanna Lose You Tonight” (these all from her album “Love Is The Name Of The Game”). Her style was similar to that of bands like Modern Talking, London Boys and Bad Boys Blue (she has also on occasion collaborated with Modern Talking’s Dieter Bohlen).

Patty Ryan’s newest releases are the 2005 CD-Single “I Gave You All My Love”, and the 2006 compilation “All The Best” (Otre-Media).

Londonbeat is London based R&B group of American and Trinidad and Tobago origin. They became famous for the hits “There’s A Beat Going On”, “9 A.M. (The Comfort Zone)”, “I’ve Been Thinking About You” and “A Better Love” appeared in early 90 s. The band released 6 albums, among them “Speak” (1988), “In the Blood” (1990), “Harmony” (1993), “Londonbeat” 1994, “Back in the Hi-Life” (2003) and “Gravity” (2004). Londonbeat featured Real McCoy, Haddaway, Dr.Arban, Technotronic, Culture Beat and many others.

ICE MC aka Ian Campbell, grew up in the area of Nottingham called Hyson Green. When he was in high school his initials IC quickly got him a nickname ICE (lately he interpreted it as Ian Campbell Esquire).

After leaving school he hung around Nottingham for a couple of years until in 1983 he joined a group of breakdancers and started touring Europe with them. In 1989 in Italy he met Roberto Zanetti - singer, composer (as Savage), and producer (as Robyx). Their first single called "Easy", made in a hip-house style, came out in 1989. It became successful all over Europe, reaching the top 5 in Italy and the top 3 in Germany. The two next singles, "Cinema" and "Scream", and the subsequent debut album, "Cinema" (released later in 1990), were also very successful.

In 1992 his second LP, "My World", came out but failed to achieve the success of its predecessor due to the fact that hip-house had ceased to be popular. His third album, Ice'n'Green, was released in 1994 and featured Alexia on vocals. Three of his most successful songs, "Think About The Way," (also featured in the soundtrack to the 1996 film Trainspotting), "It's A Rainy Day" and "Take Away The Colour", made the charts all over the world. Ian now got a new look and new style: raggamuffin. The album was also released in the US where the two biggest singles saw substantial club play and moderate dance music radio airplay, thus becoming hits. In 1995 "Ice'n'Green - The Remix Album" was released. This contained various remixes of previous hit singles.In 1996 a new album called The Dreadatour (produced by Masterboy) was released. The hit from the album was "Give Me the Light”, At the end of 2002 he decided to return to Italy.

Ice and Robyx started writing some new material and at the beginning of 2004 began recording a new album. The new album, "Cold Skool" was released on April 19, 2004 on Time Records).

ICE will be back in the studio shortly working on some new and exciting material......

Happy Mondays are alternative rock band from Salford, Greater Manchester. Formed in 1980, the band's original line-up was Shaun Ryder on lead vocals, his brother Paul Ryder on bass, lead guitarist Mark Day (aka "Moose" or "Cowhead"), keyboardist Paul Davis, and drummer Gary Whelan. Mark "Bez" Berry would later join the band onstage during a live performance after befriending Shaun Ryder (known to him as "X") and served as a dancer/percussionist. Rowetta Satchell joined the band to provide backing vocals in the early 1990s.

The first official release from Happy Mondays was the "Forty Five E.P." on Factory Records in 1985. Manchester pop impresario Tony Wilson discovered the Mondays (then managed by Phil Saxe) at a battle of the bands contest held at his Haçienda nightclub. Their first album, Squirrel and G-Man Twenty Four Hour Party People Plastic Face Carnt Smile (White Out), debuted in 1987 and was produced by John Cale. This was followed by Bummed in 1988, produced by Martin Hannett, Pills 'n' Thrills and Bellyaches in 1990 produced by Paul Oakenfold and Yes Please! in 1992, produced by Chris Frantz and Tina Weymouth. By the late 1980s, the Happy Mondays were an important part of the Manchester music scene and personified rave culture.

The Mondays disbanded in 1992, and Shaun Ryder and Bez formed Black Grape with ex-Paris Angels guitarist "Wags" (who would later go on to serve in the 1999-2000 reincarnation of the Mondays) and ex-Ruthless Rap Assassins star Kermit. Seven years passed, but in 1999 Happy Mondays reformed, minus Paul Davis and Mark Day. In their place were Wags and a number of other musicians close to Shaun Ryder. However, the reunion with a world tour and the release of a new single, "The Boys Are Back in Town," was to be short-lived. The single reached number 24 in the UK Singles Chart. In 2000 the band called it a day after providing support for Oasis on their "Standing on the Shoulder of Giants" tour. Ben Leach, former member of the Farm, joined in the late 1990s. He was the band's keyboard player and programmer.

2004 saw another reformation, comprising Bez, Gary Whelan and Shaun Ryder, following the latter's unsuccessful solo career. (Paul Ryder was not present, having sworn to never perform with his brother again following the 2000 break-up and also having gone on to have success with his new band Big Arm.) The trio of original members were joined by new guitarist Kav Sandhu, with the rest of his band Sonic Audio serving as members of the Mondays live line-up (bassist Mikey Shine, keyboard player Dave Parkinson, guitarist Jonn Dunn and Poss on decks). This new version of the group released a live DVD that year of a show in Barcelona, and rumours abounded that the band was recording a new album. The Mondays played a variety of festival dates in 2005 (including Glastonbury, capping it off with a concert at the Manchester Evening News Arena in their hometown. Backing singers on the tour included Angie Brown and Ron Carroll.

In June 2006 the Mondays performed another gig in Liverpool, and on Sunday 30 July 2006 they were special guests at The Fuji Rock Festival, a 3 day festival held at the Naeba Ski Resort in Japan. They performed a 60 minute set, starting with "Loose Fit" and ending with "24 Hour Party People".

In early August 2006, the band announced that they had completed their first album in 14 years with producers Sunny Levine and Howie B, and have recently signed to Sanctuary Records. A new single "Playground Superstar", from the soundtrack for the football film Goal! was released a few months prior to completion of the new album, titled Uncle Dysfunktional and released in Summer 2007.

Happy Mondays performed before another reformed act, Rage Against the Machine, to put the finishing touches at the 2007 Coachella Music Festival in Indio, California on April 27, 2007. They were introduced that night by Tony Wilson. Bez missed the show because he could not get into the U.S. due to "passport" issues. The band then toured medium-sized venues in England in May 2007, playing old and new material. Various festival dates in the UK and New York City were performed throughout Summer 2007.

Alexander Nestor Haddaway better known by his stage name Haddaway is a Trinidadian singer. He is most famous for his worldwide 1993 hit "What Is Love" and is thought to have sold 28 million records.

Haddaway's big break came in 1992 when he was signed by German label Coconut Records. His first single "What Is Love" rapidly became very popular across Europe, reaching number 2 in Germany and in the United Kingdom, where it sold more than 500,000 copies. It later reached number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100.

His second single "Life" hit number 2 in Germany, number 6 in the UK and number 41 in the USA; "I Miss You" and "Rock My Heart" were also top 10 smashes across Europe and established Haddaway as one of the most successful artists in the Eurodance genre. His first LP The Album was also a multi-million seller.

In 1995 he returned with his second album The Drive, which spawned the UK top 20 hit "Fly Away", as well as "Catch a Fire" and "Lover Be Thy Name". Subsequent albums have stepped away from the Eurodance sound in favour of a more soulful direction, but since 1998 Haddaway has struggled to repeat the mainstream commercial success of his early hits.

Haddaway appeared on the Comeback reality television show in Germany in 2004. He appeared on a similar UK show, Hit Me Baby One More Time, in 2005 and subsequently appeared on the U.S. version. This exposure led to him scoring a moderate chart hit in Germany with the ballad "Spaceman".

He has released a single entitled "I Love The 90s" in May 2008, a collaboration with Dr. Alban. He is also set to perform at the "Back 2 The 90s" event in Riga, Latvia on March 20, 2009, alongside Ace of Base, 2 Unlimited, Dr. Alban and Culture Beat.

Gloria Gaynor is an American dance-pop and disco singer. The debut album “Never Can Say Goodbye” (1975) brought her the world fame. Gloria’s second album “Love Tracks” (1978) reached the top of the pop chats and Grammy Award for the Best Disco Recording in 1980 – the hit “I Will Survive”. Her next successful album “I Am Gloria Gaynor” was released in 1984. She returned to the Billboard’s chat in 2002 releasing new successful album “I Wish You Love”. Following of new wave of fame, Gaynor re-released album “The Answer” in 2004.

Gianni Morandi (born December 11, 1944) is an Italian pop singer and entertainer. Born Gian Luigi Morandi in Monghidoro, Italy, he became of the best-known show-business personalities in Italy of the past four decades.

He made his debut in 1962 and quickly placed high at or won a number of Italian popular song festivals, including the Canzonissima festival in 1969.

In 1970, he represented Italy at the Eurovision Song Contest with Occhi Di Ragazza. His career went into a decline in the 1970s but underwent a revival in the 1980s. He won the Festival of San Remo in 1987, placed second in 1995 and third in 2000.

It is estimated that Morandi has sold 30 million records and CDs. He has written a number of autobiographical books and appeared in 18 films.

Gazebo whose real name is Paul Mazzolini is an Italian musician. He has a legend status among the fans of the "italo-disco" music style. Mazzolini was born in Beirut, Lebanon, the son of an Italian diplomat and an American singer. Reportedly, he learned to play the guitar aged 10 to impress a German girl in his class.

As a rather cosmopolitan teenager Mazzolini began a career in a variety of jazz, rock and punk bands before meeting Rome based producer Paul Micioni. The first release, Masterpiece, was a minor hit in 1982.

His footnote in charts history is his 1983 release "I Like Chopin", popular opinion notwithstanding, the piano motif herein is not a Chopin composition.

The follow-up song "Lunatic" and the eponymous album also entered the Top 20 across Europe.

Since then Mazzolini has released more albums, not counting the occasional hit compilation with all his best track called Portrait & Viewpoint. In autumn 2006 he released a new single called "Tears for Galileo", which achieved constant radio airplay on Italian RAI Radio2 and peaked at #1 in the Euro dance chart.

Recently Gazebo released a new single, "Virtual Love" after "Ladies!", from his upcoming new album The Syndrone.

Fancy is a German Eurodance and 80s Synth-pop and Euro Disco artist who was popular in the mid to late 1980s.

He first recorded in the German schlager style under the name of Tess Teiges before having his first hit as Fancy called Slice Me Nice in 1984. He was successful in the dance charts, topping Billboard's dance chart three times. He is renowned for his hit singles including Bolero (Hold Me In Your Arms Again), Lady of Ice, Chinese Eyes & Flames of Love. Many of these were collaborations with composer and producer Anthony Monn, who previously had achieved world-wide success with French singer Amanda Lear. One of Fancy's albums includes a cover version of her 1976 hit "Blood And Honey".

Fancy has also recorded many hits for other artists using a variety of other names. Mostly frequently in the name of Tess or Ric Tess he has written music for Grant Miller, Linda Jo Rizzo, Marc Buchner, the Hurricanes, Mozzart, Timerider amongst many others.

Fancy, who studies astrology and esoterica, once claimed in an interview, "I am a moon child". He has also recorded music for the shows of his good friends and fellow artists Siegfried & Roy.

At the beginning of october Fancy released his brand new album called "Forever Magic". The first single from this album is the new version of song previously found on the album "All my loving" - "A voice in the dark 2008". "Forever magic" is released on 12th of december 2008.

F.R.David is a Tunisian-born French pop and rock singer. He became world known with the greatest hit of the 80 s - “Words”. His debut album with the same title contained also the singles: “Take Me Back”, “Pick Up The Phone”, “Music”. The second and third albums of F.R.David: “Long Distance Flight” (1984) and “Reflections” (1987) were also successful. Recently two new albums were released “The Wheel” (2006) and “Numbers” (2008). The singer successfully collaborated with Aerosmith, Richie Havens, O'Jays and Toto.

The band began in 1992 when Mortimer was promised a record deal after he showcased his own material. The deal was granted under the condition that he form a group, which was the format London Records were looking for. The original roles in the band were soon altered when Brian Harvey, who was intended to be a back-up singer and dancer, was heard singing along during a recording session. He was duly promoted to lead vocalist. The group's other members are Terence Coldwell and Jonathan Hendy.

Mortimer wrote the vast majority of the group's songs, which often contained rap verses vocalized by him to complement Harvey's more fluid R&B style vocals. The group was usually seen as a grittier, more political and hip-hop or rap-aligned group than rival boy band Take That.

East 17 scored 12 Top 10 hits on the UK singles chart between 1992 and 1998. Their debut album, Walthamstow, shot to #1 on the UK album chart. It featured a string of Top 20 singles, including "House of Love" and "Deep". "It's Alright" became a major success in Australia, reaching #1 in early 1994 for 7 weeks in a row and #3 in the UK in 1993. The lyrics to some of their songs (e.g. "Let It Rain") had political undertones, talking about war, peace, equality, love, and other political issues. Their popularity reached Mongolia during the 1990s around the Steam album period, particularly with the song "It's Alright", helped by music television channels, Channel V and MTV.

In 1994, upon the release of their second album, Steam, they scored their only UK number-one single with "Stay Another Day", which remained at the top for five weeks and was also that year's Christmas number-one. In 1996, the group hit #2 with the track "If You Ever", a duet with the singer Gabrielle.

Harvey, Coldwell and Hendy all attempted a comeback in 1998 under the name of E-17, and got off to a good start with "Each Time," which reached #2 in the UK. But without Mortimer's songwriting influence, the band struggled, and after rather disappointing sales of the next single, "Betcha Can't Wait", and album, Resurrection, the band eventually decided to disband in 1999.

Mortimer attempted to create two bands, but each time opted to return to production work for other artists from his Essex studio. He also recorded his own solo material, released in January 2006 on his official website

On February 4, 2006, Harvey appeared on the UK television music show CD:UK, where he announced that East 17 might make a comeback with the original four members. In mid-February 2006, the group reformed. They played their first concert since reformation on May 30 at the Shepherd's Bush Empire in London.

After reforming for the one-off gig, it was reported that East 17 had split up again, since Hendy was unable to fully commit to the band because his roofing business took up a lot of his time. Friction also flared up again between Harvey and Mortimer, resulting in the latter's departure and the rest of the boys performing as a three-piece at various club events.

Dschinghis Khan (Pronounced "Jingis" Khan) was a German pop band, created in 1979 to compete in the Eurovision Song Contest. The name of the band was chosen to fit the song of the same name, written and produced by Ralph Siegel with lyrics by Bernd Meinunger. Appearing at the height of the disco boom and following on the heels of other German-produced bands such as Boney M, Arabesque, and Silver Convention, the band achieved wide popularity throughout the world, especially in Europe, Russia, Australia and Japan, though they went wholly unnoticed in the United States.

Their songs invariably were themed on historical figures and exotic cultures and locales. Though the group broke up in the mid-1980s, it has enjoyed a recent resurgence in popularity on the Internet due to the discovery of a video of them performing their hit song Moskau. The video and the song associated with it have become a popular topic on blogs and can be considered an Internet fad. The band re-formed in late 2005, with Stefan Track replacing Potgieter as the "Khan" character. They performed at the Olympiyski Arena in Moscow on October 17, 2005. On May 7th, 2006, Steve Bender (the member famous for his bald appearance) died of cancer. The band, now under the name "The Legacy of Dschinghis Khan", has a tour scheduled for Winter 2006 - Fall 2007. In the tour, their show will consist of "Cirque du Dschinghis Khan", featuring other performers, including Mongolian circus acts. Their announced dates are listed on the official website of the group and are subject to change. Their planned German national tour dates in January 2007 will coincide with the release of their latest as-of-yet untitled LP and DVD. It will be their first release since 1999's "Die Großen Erfolge".

Dr.Alban is a Swedish hip-hop reggae singer and producer of Nigerian origin. His debut album “Hello Africa” (1991) was certified as Gold. His second album “One Love” (1992) includes world famous hits “It’s my life” and “Sing Hallelujah”, reached Platinum status. The following albums were “Look Who’s Talking” (1994), “Born in Africa” (1996), “I Believe” (1997) and “Back to Basics” (2008). He made successful duos with Sash!, Haddaway and Denniz Pop.

Double You is a Eurodance group founded in 1985, when William Naraine started producing demos with Franco Amato and Andrea de Antoni. In 1991 the boys met the producer Roberto Zanetti. In December of the same year, "Please Don't Go" was recorded. The song was released in January 1992 and it was an instant hit. In 1992 have sold more than three million copies. Double You toured across Europe and appeared in TV shows around the world.

The second single, "We All Need Love" was recorded in June 1992, during a European tour and was charted around the world. After this second single, the first album We All Need Love followed. At the end of 1993, the recording of the second album, the Blue Album, started.

At the moment, in the discography of project are 5 full-length album, a live DVD (shot during a concert in São Paulo) and many singles. The band still have active tours and great success from the public.

Artemios (Demis) Ventouris Roussos (born June 15, 1946) is a Greek singer. He was born in Egypt to ethnic Greek parents. After settling in Greece, Demis participated in a series of musical groups beginning with The Idols when he was 17.

He came to a wider audience in 1968 when he joined progressive rock band Aphrodite's Child, initially as singer but later also playing bass guitar. His distinctive operatic vocal style helped propel the band to international success, notably on their final album 666, which became something of a cult classic.

After Aphrodite's Child disbanding, Roussos continued to record sporadically with former bandmate Vangelis. In 1970 the two released Sex Power (although the album has also been disputably credited to Aphrodite's Child), also recording the 1977 album Magic together. Their most successful collaboration was "Race to the End", a vocal adaptation of the musical theme from the Oscar winning film Chariots of Fire, and also sung in Spanish as "Tu Libertad", whilst Roussos also guested on the soundtrack to Blade Runner (1982).The song was entitled 'Tales of the Future'.

His solo career peaked in the 1970s with several hit albums. His single, "Forever and Ever", topped the charts in several countries in 1973 (1976 in U.K.). Other hits were "My Friend the Wind", "My Reason", "Velvet Mornings", "Goodbye, My Love, Goodbye", "Someday" and "Lovely Lady of Arcadia". In 1980, Roussos had a hit with a cover of Air Supply's "Lost in Love", sung as a duet with Florence Warner and featuring a tenor sax solo by Dick Morrissey. He re-recorded his songs in a number of languages including Japanese and with his Number One hit 'The Roussos Phenomenon EP' being the first of its kind for an African-born artist in the history of the UK Singles Chart. He was equally successful across Europe and in Latin America, although a gold disc for the LP Demis remains his only success in the United States.

He was one of the passengers on TWA Flight 847 that was hijacked on June 14, 1985. Famously the hijackers even celebrated his birthday with him as they were impressed by having a man who remained a big celebrity in southern Europe as a hostage. Sensing a new lease of life, Demis embarked on a "comeback" with the LP Time, which achieved a fair amount of acclaim and a minor hit song (popular in the discotheques) with "Dance of Love".

In 1989 he recorded the song "Young Love", a duet with german singer/songwriter Drafi Deutscher, which was released as a single in Germany and reached No.2 in the famous German music TV show ZDF Hitparade in October of the same year.

The 1990s saw even more substantial releases by Demis. In 1993, he released Insight (also called Morning has Broken) to general acclaim, although his attempt at a rap song, "Spleen", which appeared on the album, was generally seen as a regrettable idea. After this he teamed up with BR Music in Holland to produce Immortel, Serenade and In Holland, utilising a variety of ethnic and electronic styles.

Demis continues to record and tour and has recently appeared in Russia and Dubai . Spring of 2002 saw him do a successful tour of England.

His latest album is the acclaimed "live in Brasil", which documents his return to a country where his popularity led him to record "Voce voce e nada mais" - a huge hit in Portuguese. A major comeback is in 2009 with Demis new studio album produced by Marc di Domenico, to be released on May 11th. Demis will also be appearing in a new film based on his life, and produced by his daughter Emily.

Through the crucial meeting between two young Sicilian deejays, only 20 years old, Francesco Abbate and Alessandro Bunetto and the famous producers/remixers Ricardo Piparo and Dario Melodia the project “De-Javu” starts to take shape.

The three guys proposed to Piparo a sweet melody sang by a good Paul K., Italian/American singer. Paul K. was born in New York, August 28th 1973. During his studies in the United States he joined the singing group of his college and he was chosen for the gospel group of the Staten Island. At the age of 16, he moves to Italy with his family and keeps on singing in pubs and clubs, writing his own lyrics.

During his staying in Italy, Paul also works as English teacher (he’s mother tongue!) and as singer. In Sicily he meets Dario Melodia, who proposes him to join the group made up of Piparo, Bunetto and Abbate.

Thanks to this collaboration, the project “De-Javu” was born. The first record is “I Can’t Stop” for the Italian record company Defenitiva Records. The versions are three: “Main Mix”, the one most appreciated by critics, “Back to the 80”, from the title it’s easy to recognize the dance influences of the eighties and “Original Mix” which reminds of the original demo of this production.

“I Can’t Stop” has been licensed almost world wide, receiving from all the countries good reactions.

The videotape has been recorded in Los Angeles, it’s a road-movie and it got positive critics from everywhere. Piparo has decided then to create a new version for the clubs, giving to the song more speed (130 bpm, instead of 128 of the original one) and with a harder sound (the original is for sure softer). Without any doubts, a good song, everybody speaks about it very well.

In May 2002 it is released the new brilliant single “Never”, licensed in all Europe, massively broadcasted by all the most representative Italian networks with an enthusiastic checking and waited in the USA in 2003.

Culture-beat is the German project performing Eurodance and House since 1989.  Their world fame came in 1993 with the mainstream hit “Mr.Vain”, which peaked the Eropean and US chats and reached the Gold status. Their second album “Serenity “ (1993) included also hits “Got to Get it” and “Anything” and was awarded ECHO award as the Best-selling German Act Abroad. The third album “Inside Out” appeared in 1995. Later on Culture Beat decided to change performing genre into Pop and released the album “Metamorphosis” (1998). Their latest single “Your Love” appeared in 2008.

Corona is an Italian Eurodance group with the Brazilian leading voice. Their debut single “The Rhythm of the Night” (1994) brought them world fame and gave the title to their first album. Following this, Corona produced successful hit-singles “Try Me Out”, “Baby Baby” and “Do You Want Me”. Their second album “Walking On Music” appeared in 1998, the third -“And Me U” in 2001. Corona got back to the stage in 2010 and reached the top of Italian dance chats with the album “Y Generation”.

Bonnie Tyler (born 8 June 1951 in Skewen, Neath, Wales) is a Welsh rock singer. Born Gaynor Hopkins, she is recognisable by her highly distinctive, husky voice.

In 1970, at age 19, she entered a talent contest, singing Mary Hopkin’s hit "Those Were the Days," but only came in second place. Two years later, she formed her own band called Imagination and performed with them in pubs and clubs all over south Wales. In 1975, she was discovered by Roger Bell, who arranged a recording contract for her with RCA Records. Before signing, she was asked to choose a different stage name, a process through which she finally became known as Bonnie Tyler.

Following the Top 10 success of her 1976 song "Lost in France", Tyler released her first album in 1977 entitled The World Starts Tonight. A further single from the album, "More Than a Lover," made the UK Top 30, whereas the follow up single, "Heaven," reached the Top 30 in Germany. "It's a Heartache" made #3 on the US chart and had become a hit worldwide; it topped the charts in several countries (including France and Australia) and peaked at #2 in Germany and at #4 in the UK. The Natural Force album was also retitled It's a Heartache for the U.S. market and certified gold there.

Though further global success was elusive during this era, Tyler did have some regional hits: Here Am I, My Guns Are Loaded, Married Men. Tyler released the albums Diamond Cut (1979) and Goodbye to the Island (1981). The track "Sitting on the Edge of the Ocean" was the Grand Prix winner of the 1979 Yamaha World Song Festival held in Tokyo.

Her album, Faster Than the Speed of Night, was released in Spring 1983 and included the ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart," written by Jim Steinman. The song was a worldwide hit, reaching no. 1 in the UK, France, Australia and in the United States (where it remained for four weeks). "Total Eclipse of the Heart" also brought Tyler a nomination for the Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance.

The following albums Secret Dreams and Forbidden Fire (1986) and Hide Your Heart (1988) achieved success in France, Switzerland, Scandinavia, South Africa and Australia. In the early 1990s, Tyler switched to BMG German label Hansa. Her first album on her new label was Bitterblue in late 1991. Tyler followed this up with the album Angel Heart in late 1992, which repeated the success of Bitterblue. The next album, Silhouette in Red, and the compilation The Very Best of Bonnie Tyler (#3 and platinum in Germany), with her hits from all three decades put together for the first time, were both released in 1993. Also in 1993, Tyler won Best International Female Vocalist at RSH Gold Award, the Award “Goldene Europa”, the and ECHO Awards in 1994.

In 2003, Kareen Antonn approached Tyler to record a duet. "Si demain... (Turn Around)", a French language version of "Total Eclipse of the Heart", was released in December 2003 and incredibly went to No. 1 in France (for ten weeks), as well as Belgium and Poland, selling a total of two million copies. The follow-up, "Si tout s'arrête (It's A Heartache)", another French language remake with Kareen Antonn, also made the French Top 20.

In September 2006, Tyler made her first appearance on U.S. television in many years, as she sang a duet of "Total Eclipse of the Heart" with actress Lucy Lawless on the American show Celebrity Duets. In 2007, a new Bonnie Tyler Greatest Hits collection, From the Heart, was released. A new studio album is also in the works. Also in 2007, Tyler contributed with a track, "I Don’t Know How to Love Him", for the charity record Over the Rainbow. Tyler mentioned in a recent interview that she will be working with Jim Steinman again for her next album.

Maizie Williams was born on a small Caribbean isle of Monserrat on March, 25th, 1951. Family Williams moves to England in 1963 when Maizie was twelve. The victory on a beauty contest in Brighton has opened for the Caribbean girl a window in the new world: it has received a title "Ms. the Black Beauty", and since then various modelling agencies began to invite her, it drove about all over the world and has come to be in the Western Germany.

After a victory on a beauty contest Maizie has created the group in which sang. Experience of Maizie both as models and as singers, and also its external data - there was that is necessary for Frank Farian and Boney M in which she has since 1975, up to last day group existence. Those far nice days unique dancing style of Maizie did performances Boney M such inimitable.

After the second break up Boney M she has decided to have a rest a little, occasionally scribbling articles and appearing in English TV shows. The last some years she travels all over the world with the ensemble Boney M in which also participate its girlfriend Shejla Bonnik, Kelly Rahman and Annis Peters. Besides, now Maizie writes the book about health and beauty.

Liz Mitchell was born in Jamaica and moved to London at the age of eleven. She always wanted to be a professioinal singer and with her mother's belief and support she finally fot luck; when working as a secretary an agent called and offered her a leading role in the musical Hair. Liz accepted and moved to Berlin where she stayed for three years. After this she began working towards her original goal to be involved in the music business.

Whilst in London doing a recording session Liz was asked to join a new band, Boney M. This role launched her international singing career and the rest is history.

The biography of Boney M's hits is extensive. The group had eight Number One hits in the European charts with the following singles: Daddy cool, Sunny, Ma Baker, Belfast, Rivers of Babylon, Brown Girl in the Ring, Rasputin, Mary's Boy child. In addition to the sucesses of Boney M's singles was the success of three Number One albums in the European market: Take the Heat off Me, Nightflight to Venus, Love for Sale.

In the 21st Century Boney M. featuring Liz Mitchell is still a phenomenal live act drawing huge crowds across Europe. The live show is as spectacular as ever and they are currently making live appearances in concert halls, galas, open-airs and festivals across the world. Boney M's international success during the past twenty five years has proven that their hits definitely belong to the collection of timeless classics.

Bellini is produced by the Bellini Brothers - Gottfried Engels and Ramon Zenker - they borrowed the name from the much honored captain of the World Cup-winning Brazilian national soccer team of 1958, Hideraldo Luiz Bellini) since their mega-hit, "Samba de Janeiro", which sold over 6 million copies worldwide, Bellini is considered to be one of the most successful musical teams on the international scene.

The Cologne-born formation, whose shows always make for extraordinary eye candy with their presentation of the most breathtaking beauties from all over the world, has became the name for perfectly produced, endlessly captivating and fantastically attractive party breakers.  

Baccara is a Spanish duo popular in 1970-1980 due to their hit-singles “Yes Sir, I Can Boogie”. Their debut album “Baccara” (1977) was certified Platinum. Than followed the albums “Light My Fire” (1978), “Colours” (1979) and “Bad Boys” (1981). Shortly after the duo split up into Baccara (Mayte Mateo’s) and New Baccara (Maria Mendiola’s), continuing performing to present. At the end of 90s it was recreated as “Baccara 2000” and released the new album with the single “Soy tu Venus por esta noche”.

Arabesque is a German trio performing Euro disco since 1977. The debut single called “Hello Mister Monkey” brought them to the top of the Japanese chats. Their popularity increased with the release of the third album “Marigot Bay” in 1980. Arabesque released 8 more albums, among them are: “Billy’s Barbeque” (or “In For A Penny” in 1981, “Caballero” and “Why No Reply” in 1982, and “Time To Say Good Bye” in 1984. After that the group left the scene and revived in 2006 with the official name “Arabesque feat. Michaela Rose” and performed mostly in the former USSR countries.
 

Alphaville is a German synthpop group which gained popularity in the 1980s. The founding members were Marian Gold, Bernhard Lloyd and Frank Mertens. The band was at first named Forever Young before changing to Alphaville. They are best known for their two biggest hits, "Big in Japan" and "Forever Young".

Alphaville originally began as a band in early 1982, where Marian Gold and Bernhard Lloyd met each other at the music project Nelson Community. Some months later Frank Mertens joined the project and together the three established Forever Young and had written on their first demo of the same name. In 1984, the newly-renamed Alphaville released their debut single "Big in Japan", which Gold wrote in 1979 after he heard the music of Holly Johnson's earlier band Big in Japan. In autumn 1984 they released their debutalbum Forever Young. Despite its success, Frank Mertens left the band that year and was replaced by Ricky Echolette in January 1985 – already credited in the "Forever Young" album.

"Big In Japan" was Alphaville's biggest hit, topping the charts in Germany, Greece, Switzerland, Sweden and the U.S. Billboard Dance Chart and reached the Top Five in Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Austria, Ireland and South Africa. It also became the group's only Top 20 single in the UK, peaking at #8.

The band's next two singles, "Sounds Like a Melody" and "Forever Young", were also both European Top 5 successes, although the former track failed to make an impression on the American charts.

In 1986, their second album, Afternoons in Utopia, was successfully released and its first single "Dance with Me" was a big international hit, reaching the Top 20 in Germany, France, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland and South Africa, and number 25 in Austria. The LP was followed up in 1989 with The Breathtaking Blue, including the highly acclaimed singles (if not so successful chart hits) "Romeos" and "Mysteries of Love".

The next album, Prostitute, was not released until 1994. In 1996, Ricky Echolette left the band. Salvation, a back-to-the-root opus, followed in 1997. Stark Naked and Absolutely Live was released in 2000, followed by the remix album, Forever Pop the following year. A DVD – Little America – was released in 2001 documenting two concerts performed in Salt Lake City, Utah. Bernhard Lloyd did not contribute to the CrazyShow album, and shortly after its release on March 18, 2003, he officially left the group.

Arrival from Sweden started out in 1995 as a trademark created by Vicky Zetterberg. Arrival is today the largest touring ABBA show in the world, having toured over 20 nations around the globe including nations such as USA, Vietnam, China, UK, Australia, France, Holland, Sweden, UK etc.

The show includes of the only show in the world with exclusive rights to identically create exact versions of ABBA’s original clothings, the exclusive permission was approved by Owe Sandström who originally created and designed all ABBA clothings. The show has during these 12 years grown from being 6 people on stage to becoming a huge entertainment show with 12 people on stage, performing all tunes heard live. Everything is performed 100% live and the sound of ABBA is so identical that even ABBA knowers on Swedish national radio on an official testing announced Arrival’s “Dancing Queen” as being ABBA.

Arrival recently received the exclusive permission to perform and record the unreleased ABBA track “Just a notion”, a permission directly approved by Björn and Benny of ABBA. The track is currently in production and will be available during the European tour fall 2007.

The band is a part of the amazing show ABBASOLUTELY that this fall will go on an European full scale tour. ABBASOLUTELY is the only registrated trademark in the world including “ABBA” and approved by ABBA legals. The show contains of Arrival and including original ABBA musicians such as Finn Sjöberg (Guitar) and Roger Palm (Drums). The show is called “The Golden Tour” and they’ll perform in original outfits, create a story around ABBA with the original musicians telling stories, but primarily the show is of course about the fantastic music of ABBA. Songs such as “Dancing Queen”, “Money, money, money”, “Waterloo” will be performed with more glow than you ever experienced in real life. You’ll believe it’s really ABBA on stage. There are many ABBA tribute shows performing around the globe, but this show is the only one you need, it’s the most identical, the most entertaining, the fact that in the U.S. the show sells between 8000-20000 tickets per show night shows that this show is the primary show in the world touring with this concept. The show can’t even be compared to these other shows, in regards of quality and entertainment level. Even official ABBA fanclubs around the globe such as Intermezzo, Abbamail etc. announced the show to be the best existing ABBA tribute show in the world.

Al Bano Carrisi, Italian pop singer, debuted in 1960 s with such major hits as "La siepe" and "Nel sole". In musical collaboration with Romina he recorded ‘Storia di due innamorati’ in 1970 and ‘Dialogo’in 1975. Other hits of 1987 include: "Nostalgia canaglia" and "Libertà". Those successful songs were followed by "Cara Terra mia". Soon the album “Oggi sposi” went out in 1991. Al Bano returned to his solo career in 1996 with "È la mia vita" which was followed by "Verso il sole" in 1997 and "Ancora in volo" in 1999. On 16 October 2001, Carrisi was nominated Goodwill Ambassador of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). To date Al Bano has sold 165 million albums around the world.

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The new single "Bittersweet" was premiered on the radio station Gaydar on March 8, 2010, and its video premiered on March 23, 2010 on Popjustice. "Bittersweet" released as the album's lead single in the UK on May 3, 2010.

The first live performance of "Bittersweet" took place at the Little World Festival in Méribel, France, on March 17, 2010. The song has been playlisted on Galaxy Radio, and peaked at #1 on Gaydar Radio. "Bittersweet" shot straight to the top spot of the MTV Dance Chart on April 5, 2010.

The popular boy band of the last century Bros, in 2010, intends to reunite. Brothers Matt and Luke Goss, persuaded a third member of group, Craig Logan, reunite and play a concert at the London O2 Arena.

With eleven times entered to the charts top 40 UK singles chart and three times - in the list of 20 top albums. In 1989, the trio departed Craig Logan, but Goss brothers continued to tour without him. In 1992, the band broke up, Matt started his solo career, Luke Goss, sang in musicals and acted in films, but Logan was a producer Kim Appleby and later became manager of Pink.

In early 2009, Rowland ended her professional relationship with both manager Mathew Knowles and former label Columbia Records in order to explore other ventures. In June of the same year, Rowland announced that she had drafted Jeff Rabhan as her new manager.

The pair are currently working on Rowland's third solo album which is expected to be finalized in January 2010 and will include production by Guetta, Rico Love, Jim Johnson, Brian Kennedy among others.

K-Maro will release the brand new album in next january. Single Electrik was issued summer of this year and most impatient can listen new song Music on K-Maro site and Myspace page.

Visit planetpit.com now to listen to Pitbull's new Spanish single "Maldito Alcohol", the first single from the new all Spanish album coming in 2010! While you're there be sure to check out the "Shut It Down" single and video (available to download via iTunes), and watch all the performances for the American Music Awards!

After successful tour in the Netherlands, with the program of new album Planet Paprika, Shantel has published the tour schedule for winter of 2009-2010. Basically, it there will be clubs and venues cities of Germany, Austria and Czech. Shantel will give performance with Bucovina Club Orkestar and as the DJ also

Savage comes back with a brand new song and a massive package of remixes including the ones of Federico Scavo and Saint Paul Dj. October 2009 the single “twothousandnine” released together with a videoclip filmed in LA, Usa. A new album is planned at the beginning of 2010.

Schiller prepares new breathtaking concert show in the next year. After last year's fantastic show Sehnsucht Live, Christopher and his guest-artists promise to satisfy the most exacting fans. At the moment planned 14 shows, which will pass in May, 2010 in Germany