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Only Growing Up ⬆️
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Only Growing Up
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Filipino singer-songwriter/producer raven puts a modern spin on Pinoy-style courtship withnew song “Hara”
After racking up more than 10 million streams with his debut EP Lika Na, rising singer-songwriter/producer ravenreimagines traditional ‘harana’ with a modern twist on his new single “Hara”—out today via Sony Music Philippines.
Bringing the distinct practice of Pinoy-style courtship to an entirely new audience, raven serenades the object of his affection with lyrics that showcase his sincere intentions.
“Unlike some of the songs that I’ve written so far, most of which are mere expressions of admiration, this particular track chronicles the experience of wooing someone in hopes of capturing their heart,” the young musician shares. “It’s an expression of sentimental nature, but it also comes from a place of humility on the suitor’s end.”
With its delicate fusion of lo-fi elements, hip-hop beats, and intricate guitar melodies, “Hara” conveys romantic earnestness from a better, brighter time. It blurs genre lines without the necessary complications: a gift of effortlessness that raven seemed to adopt in his previous music releases.
“I want to maintain the ‘harana’ feel by putting laid-back guitar sounds to the forefront, while subtly incorporating drums, percussions, trumpets, and modern rap lines into the mix,” says raven. “Like in my last album, the song was just recorded in my bedroom. As always, I have to wait for the household and neighbors to quiet down before I can start working.”
raven is slated to co-headline Balcony Entertainment Live, a concert happening on June 11, Saturday at the Music Museum. Featuring performances from some of the biggest and most promising music acts from the country, he’s set to share the stage with artists such as Rico Blanco, Ebe Dancel, Maris Racal, Zild, and Never TheStrangers. Tickets are available here.
“Hara” is out now on all digital music platforms via Sony Music Philippines. Watch out for the official lyric video on raven’s YouTube channel.
Source: Nyou
Asia’s Soul Supreme KZ Tandingan hits up with global electronic producers GATTÜSO and Frogmonster on “Somebody Like You”
Filipino pop/R&B artist KZ Tandingan teams up with international producers GATTÜSO and Frogmonster on the clubby electronic anthem “Somebody Like You,” out now via Liquid State and Sony Music.
With a collective 1.75 billion streams between them over the last 2 years, the unexpected trio pushes the boundaries of dance music with a truly global collaboration that features two versions: one in English and another one in Mandarin.
The trio has created a progressive banger full of high emotions and feels across each version, with the lyrics highlighting that special moment when you realize that it’s possible to end up with your partner forever.
“Somebody Like You” has something for everybody, and arrives with a lyric video in tow that showcases a fake dating app where anybody can find the love they are looking for.
With collaborations under his belt with the likes of R3HAB, Steve Aoki and Nicky Romero, GATTÜSO has made a name for himself as one of the foremost electronic producers based out of the United States in the last few years, as he continues to bring his A-game to every single he is on.
Tagged as ‘Asia’s Soul Supreme,’ KZ Tandingan delivers indelibly catchy music that has spanned pop, jazz, folk, and R&B, and with this latest release, now adds the dance genre and another new language to her vast music catalogue.
Last but by no means least, Chinese duo Frogmonster, are two friends who connected at university. Having made their name in China with hit record “Remember our Summer,” which is now at over 1.4 billion streams in China, they continue to build their name as one of the most exciting progressive house duos across Asia.
With separate acoustic versions ready for release soon, “Somebody Like You,” is set to pull at your heartstrings over the summer months ahead.
Source: Nyou
I Moved Forward💡
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Israel Builds Bridges of Innovation with Filipino Startups
The Embassy of Israel in the Philippines, in partnership with IdeaSpace-QBO Innovation Hub (QBO), hosted a Qlitan Networking night to motivate and uplift the startup industry in the Philippines.
“Israel is known as the startup nation with over 6,000 active startups. We have built a strong ecosystem joined by various innovation key players. We are even shifting from start-up nation to building a smart-up nation to sustain innovation and prepare in addressing future challenges,” Ambassador Ilan Fluss said in his opening remarks. “We would like to share the success story of Israel as a startup nation and create partnerships with the innovation community in the Philippines. We have to build bridges of innovation between our countries to contribute to addressing the development challenges of the Philippines,” Ambassador Fluss added.
Around 50 Filipino founders of startup companies and investors in the Philippines participated in the networking night. The event aimed to connect Filipino startups and key players of the innovation community and to come up with a collaboration between Filipino and Israeli startups. The night also featured a net café session wherein Philippine start-up founders engaged with Israeli businessmen and officials to exchange views and best practices in the industry as well as find ways to work together.
“We need to build a bridge between our two countries so that startups can benefit and gain business,” Butch Meily, president of IdeaSpace Foundation and QBO said. QBO is the Philippines' first public-private partnership platform for Filipino startups led by the IdeaSpace Foundation and supported by JP Morgan Foundation, the Philippine Department of Science and Technology (DOST) and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). It connects and develops the local startup ecosystem.
Benny Schlick, founder and managing director of Innovation without Border, joined the networking night via Zoom and shared the Israeli innovation ecosystem’s recipe.
Ambassador Ilan Fluss also announced during the event that Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Secretary Ramon Lopez signed an agreement with the chairman of the Israeli innovation authority to cooperate in technological innovation and research and development. “With this, we are opening more bridges to partner with you and build a stronger startup industry,” Ambassador Fluss shared.
The Qlitan Networking night was held on June 7 at QBO Innovation Hub.
Source: EMBASSY OF ISRAEL MANILA
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Filipino-Norwegian singer-songwriter Clinton Kane reminisces on his past with new song “14”
Clinton Kane has shared “14,” the latest song lifted from his forthcoming debut album due this summer via Columbia Records. The reflective record transports listeners to Clinton’s 14-year-old self and follows his inner monologue as he grows into adulthood. Listen HERE and watch the accompanying official video HERE.
In speaking about the new song, Clinton says: “I’ve teased this song for officially a year; I wish I took another year to tease, but I would’ve gotten cancelled. Can’t believe ‘14’ is finally out!
This song breaks my heart into a million pieces every single time I listen to it. I wrote it 2 years ago when I was at my lowest with myself – doubting every single thing about me: how I grew up, where I’m from, and who I am. This song took a year to write, with 30 different choruses and verses being written to this track. I hope you find peace when you listen to this song and know that you are not alone in this world.”
Earlier this year, the 2022 Vevo DSCVR Artist to Watch embarked on a sold-out North American headline tour. The 23-date run brought the Norwegian-Filipino singer/songwriter to Chicago, Boston, New York, Nashville, and more before concluding at Los Angeles’ El Rey Theatre. Clinton Kane will head back out on the road this fall for select tour dates throughout Canada. Visit https://www.clintonkane.com/tour/ for tickets and more information.
Stay tuned for more from Clinton Kane coming soon!
About Clinton Kane:
Clinton Kane is one of those people who actually does all of the things the rest of us wish we could do, such as hightail it to Santorini alone with nothing more than a backpack... The Norwegian-Filipino singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist pens pop with “chords that soothe you and lyrics that bite you.” While growing up between Perth, Australia and The UK, the self-taught singer, guitarist, pianist, and drummer ultimately found solace in music. Writing and performing quelled growing anxiety and stress as he went from popular YouTube covers to a prolific series of independent originals. Signing to Columbia Records, Clinton turned heads with his this is what it feels like EP in 2019. To kick off 2020, he lent his voice to Martin Garrix’s smash “Drown” followed by original solo songs “i don’t want to watch the world end with someone else” and “Fix It To Break It.” After amassing more than 752 million global streams, selling out headline tour dates across North America, and receiving acclaim from NME, Billboard and more, he might just inspire you to live a little louder with his highly anticipated debut album MAYBE SOMEDAY IT’LL ALL BE OKAY led by singles “Chicken Tendies,” “I GUESS I’M IN LOVE,” “GO TO HELL,” and “14.”
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Source: Nyou
Coming Soon: Ninth Book!
My ninth book will be published later this year. Who is she?✨#amazonauthor #authorlife
My International Books at FHL
My internationally published books, #ihelpedmyself, #imovedforward, #speakplanlive, and #happilydiningalone, are now at the Filipinas Heritage Library @filipinasheritagelibrary! It is an honor to contribute their Filipiniana collection. 📖 Please continue supporting me by buying my books on Amazon, and here. 📕 NEVER GIVE UP ON YOUR DREAMS!✨ #authorlife #amazonauthor @ukiyotopublishinghouse
My Books at the QC Public Library
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Moving On!
I recently shared my breakup story on my friend Karen Bordador’s TV show! Watch the clip here:
The Prince returns… and rolls out the red carpet for guests
The hotel reopens to let guests experience affordable luxury in the city
(Manila, Philippines) – The Manila Prince Hotel by The Mania Hotel is delighted to officially announce its highly anticipated reopening on June 1, 2022. This heralds an exciting new chapter in the property’s history as it establishes itself as a perfect staycation place in the heart of the city.
The newly reopened Manila Prince Hotel offers guest affordable luxury with a reopening rate of only P1,999 nett for an overnight stay in a Deluxe room. This royal treatment can be enjoyed by two (2) adults and two (2) kids 12 years old and below, along with set breakfast for two.
Staycation seekers, weary urban warriors, working folk, and even guests from outside Metro Manila can expect unrivalled comfort and inimitable service while enjoying the hotel’s facilities and spaces. The hotel boasts of a pool where you can take your kids to enjoy an afternoon of fun, while the rest of the day can be spent having a hearty meal at the hotel’s Marcelino Street Café, which serves a la carte dishes for now. Eventually, Manila Prince Hotel’s amazingly decorated Chinese restaurant, Dragon Court, will reopen at a later date.
Guests are also within walking distance to malls and commercial establishments—the closest being UN Square, which has an array of fast-food choices on the ground floor like Tim Horton’s, Café France, Karate Kid, and many others. The hotel is in the center of everything, and convenient enough to be near banks, hospitals, schools, and convenience stores, churches, and many others.
But Manila Prince Hotel is not just welcoming stay-in guests but also those who are looking for the perfect venue for events that have been postponed or re-scheduled because of the pandemic. With the return of social events and gatherings, Manila Prince Hotel gives guests an option of an affordable but grand venue for conferences, meetings, and even gatherings like wedding receptions, anniversaries, and more.
A clean and safe environment
Manila Prince Hotel is a multi-use establishment that welcomes both staycation/leisure guests, and even guests who need mandatory stay bookings for a few days. Strict safety guidelines will be implemented.
With the reinforcement of cleaning and disinfection procedures implemented in rooms, common areas, function halls, dining outlets, and kitchen and employee areas, Manila Prince Hotel has adapted to current guidelines from the government to ensure guest safety and comfort.
Reservation for staycations as well as function rooms for meetings/conventions, launches and other occasions are now accepted. For enquiries and reservations, guests may call 0998-591-1912; visit https://www.manilaprince.com; or email info@themanilaprince.com.
Source: Manila Hotel PR
Ace Banzuelo’s viral smash “Muli” is now the top OPM song on Spotify Philippines this week!
The dreamy track continues to drive impressive numbers as it reaches the top 3 of both Spotify Top 200 Philippines chart and Spotify Viral 50 Philippines chart, respectively.
Ace Banzuelo’s “Muli” is officially the No. 1 most streamed OPM song in Spotify Philippines this week.
Initially released in 2020, the eloquently produced track has found renewed popularity online due to the song’s organic amount of support on short-form video app, TikTok, as well as other social media platforms.
“I absolutely have no idea about its virality,” says the multi-talented producer and singer-songwriter. “The authentic support to the song was really surprising, because it started with regular people. There were no big promotional activities for this song, just the fans, and I truly love them for that.”
The song has reached the top 3 of Spotify Top 200 Philippines and the top 2 of Spotify Viral 50 Philippines chart. It continues to rack up impressive numbers even outside the country, peaking at No. 6 on Spotify Viral 50 Global and at No. 3 on Spotify UAE Viral 50, respectively.
In addition to its chart placements, the song is included in two major playlists: No. 2 on both Hot Hits Philippines and Tatak Pinoy, a flagship OPM playlist. To date, “Muli” has racked up more than 5 million streams on Spotify alone, with an increase of more than 3.2 million streams after gaining traction on TikTok.
Written, produced, mixed, and mastered by Ace Banzuelo himself in a small bedroom in Laguna, “Muli” sets itself apart from the formulaic ‘hugot’ ballads with its subtle electronic production and more eclectic influences. The chart-topping electro ballad incorporates heart-wrenching lyrics that go hard about the realities of both life and romance.
“Muli speaks of eternal faithful love,” reveals the young artist. “The song talks about one’s incapability of moving on despite surpassing multiple challenges in life. “
According to Ace, “Muli” was inspired from a dark place and time in his life since he was a little boy. He wrote the chorus first, with the ideas rushing in and flowing naturally to create an entire whole. “I knew which styles I wanted, and which sounds I wanted to grab from the start,” he adds. “I wanted to arrive at a dreamy, trap-infused sound that had a crying guitar.”
Ace Banzuelo is currently gearing up for the release of his first full-length debut album sometime this year. Expect more releases, videos, and other related content from the new hitmaker.
“Muli” is out now on all digital music platforms via Sony Music Philippines. Watch the visualizer here.
Source: Nyou
Let’s Support Filipino Businesses
Transit Dialog has published my article yesterday. Read it here:
“𝘚𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘐 𝘶𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘪𝘯 𝘢 𝘣𝘢𝘯𝘬, 𝘐 𝘬𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘣𝘶𝘺𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘪𝘴 𝘴𝘺𝘯𝘰𝘯𝘺𝘮𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘰𝘮𝘺.”
𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀
𝘉𝘺 𝘚𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘩𝘢 𝘓𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘴
I bought a pair of silver earrings today. I don’t necessarily need them but they are handmade and made of recycled silver. And they were made in the Philippines. I have several piercings, so I will surely rock them soon. I cannot wait to share that they are locally-made when my friends ask me where I got them.
I have been buying Filipino products for a few years now. It started with my toiletries, as many brands sold here were mostly imported and expensive. I researched some up and coming local brands that I can support. After some trial and error, I was able to find my holy grail products. They’re all locally-made and fairly priced. This was the start of my passion for Filipino products.
In the last five years, I have noticed the emergence of local brands that produced quality products. The local fashion industry has been very productive. Most of my clothes are now local. I’m proud to say that they are of good quality and very stylish.
Later on, I added bags, shoes, jewelry, and accessories from local designers and shops. I attended trade shows to broaden my knowledge of local brands and to expose myself to the latest trends. I also featured my local finds on my blog, which enabled me to help them grow in my own little way.
I felt good whenever I bought a Filipino product, because I know that I am saving jobs for my fellow Filipinos. I also had fun researching local brands. It was exciting to watch these businesses grow and thrive. Many of them survived the pandemic, which means that I’m not alone in the quest to buy Filipino.
Local products are a conversation starter for me. I often get asked where I got a certain accessory or shirt, and I would proudly share the link of the seller. It feels great to share my passion to others, especially to those who are not aware that these brands exist in the first place. And since I used to work in a bank, I know firsthand that buying local is synonymous to boosting our economy.
We may not be sure of what the future will bring, but we can be sure that buying local can help our country grow and thrive.
Now that I am a published book author, I’m aware of how laborious it is to produce a single book. I have shifted my interests to my fellow Filipino authors. It is a joy to discover interesting books written by Filipinos, for Filipinos. I hope that you can also support Filipino authors like me, because we are also brands in need of your patronage and interest.
Lastly, being a foodie means that buying Filipino is an easy endeavor for me. I love supporting Filipino restaurants and snack brands. It makes me happy to see that a lot of them are world class and are able to compete with foreign cuisines and brands. I will continue eating Filipino food and of course, that includes brewing Filipino coffee beans at home.
It’s true that we live in very uncertain times. We can only control some parts of our lives, and that includes the brands that we support, and the products that we buy. I hope that you can buy Filipino more often, until it becomes second nature to you.
Supporting our fellow Filipinos will not only help them, but it’s also good for the soul. So, start today! Buy a Filipino product now and you will realize that there are still many reasons to have Filipino pride.
𝘚𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘩𝘢 𝘎𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘉. 𝘓𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘢 𝘍𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘰 𝘣𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘨𝘦𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘩𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘶𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘳. 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘮𝘢𝘺 𝘣𝘶𝘺 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘰𝘯 𝘈𝘮𝘢𝘻𝘰𝘯, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘧𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘯 𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘣𝘭𝘰𝘨, 𝘸𝘸𝘸.𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘬𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘴𝘢𝘮.𝘤𝘰𝘮.
Source: Transit Dialog
I Helped Myself Today!
After working out my body, I make sure to nourish my mind. 🧠 I’ve been going through a lot lately, which is why my own self-help books have been perfect for my journey!🪄 This one is #ihelpedmyself, and it has given me the tools to believe in myself again.🫰🏼 Buy a copy on Amazon today, and via this link. ✨ NEVER GIVE UP ON YOUR DREAMS!!!
Tate McRae drops highly anticipated debut album, i used to think I could fly
Multi-platinum selling singer/songwriter/dancer Tate McRae releases her highly anticipated debut album, iused to think i could fly today via RCA Records/Sony Music.
The album is released on May 27th via RCA Records and showcases Tate at the top of her game. The album features all-star writing collaborators and producers including Greg Kurstin, Finneas, Charlie Puth, Alexander 23, Blake Slatkin, Louis Bell and more. The album will feature already released tracks “feel like shit,” “she’s all iwanna be,” “chaotic,” “what would you do?” and more.
“she’s all i wanna be,” her latest single, has over 230 million streams and is currently in the Top 12 on the Top 40 chart.
Last week, Tate teamed up with Sony Electronics for an album launch event in conjunction with the arrival of their new LinkBuds S headphones. The event kicked off with Tate performing on a private jet followed by a livestream concert via Amazon Music with Z100 and Instagram joining the festivities. Just yesterday, Tate was revealed as the most recent digital cover for UPROXX Magazine.
Tate just wrapped her 2022 North American Tour and is currently headlining dates in the EU with dates in the UK and Australia later this summer. Starting in September, Tate will tour as the special guest on Shawn Mendes’ Wonder: The World Tour 2022. For more information, please visit www.tatemcrae.com/tour.
Check out her i used to think i could fly track list:
1. ?
2. don't come back
3. i'm so gone
4. what would you do?
5. chaotic
6. hate myself
7. what’s your problem?
8. she’s all i wanna be
9. boy x
10. you're so cool
11. feel like shit
12. go away
13. i still say goodnight
Tate McRae’s new album, i used to think i could fly is out now on all digital music platforms via RCA Records/Sony Music.
Source: Nyou
EJ De Perio asserts the inevitability of endings on heartfelt debut single “Panandalian”
The heart-warming ballad serves as his first official single as a signed artist under Sony Music Philippines
Filipino singer-songwriter EJ De Perio defies the concept of perpetuity on “Panandalian,” his first official singleunder Sony Music Philippines.
Brimming with laid-back, acoustic guitars and minimal instrumentation, the heartfelt ballad asserts his sentiment that despite the uncertainty of the future, there will always be that one person who is willing to stick out with you through thick and thin.
“I wrote Panandalian out of the realization that nothing’s gonna last forever, and everything must come to an end,” says the talented newcomer. “The song is about preparing yourself for the inevitable change, and making sure to protect that one person who is willing to keep things the same way—even if everything around you is constantly evolving.”
The stripped-down track is produced by fellow singer-songwriter Migz Haleco, who honed EJ De Perio’s folk-pop sound with mellow sensibilities.
“I’m really glad that Migz helped me find the sound that fits my vision,” De Perio shares. “With Migz, it’s always a collaborative process. I provide input, and he executes it well.”
The release of “Panandalian” comes with a poignant music video helmed by young filmmaker Ivan Pasia. The MV, which stars young actor Francis Magundayao, conveys the message of the song with riveting earnestness, keenly aware of its commitment to power through despite life taking us on a bumpy ride.
A few months ago, EJ De Perio teased the streaming public with “BUNTONG HININGA” under WATERWALK Records. The guitar-pop ballad documents a conversation between him and God in one of his dreams. He also recently signed with Sony Music Philippines, and is planning to release thematically binding songs about “unspoken emotions.”
“I’ve been an independent singer-songwriter for 5 years and I didn’t see this coming,” De Perio shares in a statement. “I’m just glad that the Sony Music Philippines really believed in what I do and what I write. In return, I’m determined to use my platform to inspire more people through music. This is a gift that I hope to continue doingfor more years to come.”
EJ De Perio’s “Panandalian” is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music Philippines. Watch the music video here.
Source: Nyou
K-Pop superstar KANGDANIEL returns with highly anticipated full-length album, The Story
Watch the music video of “Upside Town,” the album’s official first single
K-Pop icon KANGDANIEL marks an explosive return to music-making with the release of his new full-length album, The Story. Featuring 10 songs co-written by the Korean pop superstar himself, the highly anticipated record chronicles stories from his own perspectives and experiences.
The lead track “Upside Town” is a midtempo tune written by KANGDANIEL, Chancellor, Knave and composed by Sean Kennedy and MZMC. The catchy new single brims with a clear Rhodes piano and a solid guitar foundation with mixed drums, whistles, and clapping sounds.
The song’s official release is accompanied by a vibrant music video that takes place in various locations, including a neon-lit barbershop, a rooftop carpark, and a laundromat. It also features KANGDANIEL and his team of talented dancers delivering an astounding choreography with hip-hop and street dance elements.
“I want to tell the stories as a storyteller,” the South Korean multimedia artist says. “I would be grateful if you just enjoy and feel relaxed with The Story. I hope you like it.”
The Story serves as his first full-length album, and follows the release of his chart-topping EP, Yellow, which is certified platinum in South Korea. KANGDANIEL’s new album also includes collaborations with some of the biggest names in K-Pop: Korean-American singer/rapper Jessi on “Don’t Tell,” sokodomo on “How We Love,” and Dbo on “Loser.”
About KANGDANIEL
KANGDANIEL is a South Korean singer-songwriter, actor, and MC.
KANGDANIEL was born in Busan, South Korea. In 2019, he was named an honorary ambassador for the city of Busan. Daniel’s love for music began as a b-boy and then he studied modern dance and ballet while in high school.Since his debut as a popular boy group Wanna One in 2017, he established his own independent label, KonnectEntertainment in 2019. He has continued to release diverse tracks as a solo artist started to expand his artistry with collaboration of various artists. He also appeared as the host of Mnet's Street Woman Fighter (2021) as well as the spin-off show Street Dance Girls Fighter (2021) and made his acting debut through the Disney+ Star original series, Rookie Cops (2022). As his first comeback following the end of his series “Color trilogy”, he released his first full-length album The Story on May 24th.
Achievements:
● 1 million Instagram followers in the shortest time
● Korea's Forbes influential fourth (2019) KANGDANIEL
● Ranked the first place among all K-pop idols for 157 consecutive weeks on the popular K-pop fan voting platform Idol Chart
● Idol Chart Ranking 129 consecutive weeks of most votes Debut album '466,701' has been sold for the first time
● Accumulated more than 1 million in cumulative physical album sales throughout four EP albums
● Debut EP Color On Me set records for both the highest first-day and first-week physical sales for a solo artist since the chart’s inception
● Debut on Billboard’s World Digital Song Sales chart with “Paranoia”, the lead single off the third and final chapter of his “Color trilogy”, Yellow (2021)
● Yellow (2021) topped the Gaon Album chart and includes his first domestic No.1 single, “Antidote”
KANGDANIEL’s full-length album, The Story is out now on all digital music platforms worldwide via Sony Music. Watch the music video of the album’s first single “Upside Town.”
Source: Nyou