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Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll, born on February 2, 1977 in Barranquilla, Colombia, is a Colombian singer, songwriter, dancer, producer and one of the most successful Latin American artists in history. Her unique voice, dance style with elements of belly dancing, and her ability to blend Latin pop, rock, Arabic motifs and global folk influences have made her a worldwide superstar. Early life Shakira grew up in a creative family: her father, William Mebarak, was a writer and jeweler, and her mother always supported her daughter’s artistic interests. From a very young age, the future artist showed remarkable talent: at 4 she began learning belly dance at 5 she wrote her first poem at 8 she wrote her first song, «Tus gafas oscuras», dedicated to her father…

Axwell (real name Axel Christofer Hedfors, born 18 December 1977, Lund, Sweden) is a Swedish DJ, producer, remixer and one of the most influential figures on the global house scene. A member of the legendary trio Swedish House Mafia together with Sebastian Ingrosso and Steve Angello, founder of the label Axtone Records, winner of numerous awards and the creator of several iconic progressive house anthems. Early years and career beginnings Axel Hedfors was born in the city of Lund and started making music in childhood: first playing drums, then moving on to producing electronic music on a computer. In the late 1990s he released tracks under various aliases in styles such as acid house, tech house, and electro, gradually honing his own signature sound. By the end of the 1990s he moved to…

Tiesto (real name — Tijs Michiel Verwest; born January 17, 1969, Breda, Netherlands) is a Dutch DJ, producer, and one of the most influential artists in the history of electronic music. A multiple award winner, including a Grammy, he was named The Greatest DJ of All Time by Mixmag. His name has become synonymous with trance and EDM culture of the 21st century. Early Life Tiesto’s musical talent emerged at an early age. At 12, he performed for the first time at a school party, and by 14, he was DJing at local events. The pseudonym Tiësto appeared during his teenage years and became the stage name under which he gained global fame. Career Beginnings In the late 1980s, Tiesto became a resident of the club The Spock in his hometown of Breda, where he honed his craft and…

David Guetta (David Pierre Guetta) is a French DJ, composer, and producer, and one of the most influential artists on the electronic music scene of the 21st century. He was born on November 7, 1967 in Paris, to a French mother and a Moroccan Jewish father. At the age of 14, David became interested in DJing, started organizing school discos, and soon became a resident of Parisian clubs, where he developed his signature style by blending house, funk, and disco. Early Career David took his first steps in the music industry in the late 1980s, performing in Paris clubs such as Broad Club and Le Central. Even then, he stood out for his ability to read the crowd and his constant search for new musical ideas. In the 1990s, Guetta became one of the key figures of the French house scene. In 1992,…

Barbra Streisand (full name — Barbra Joan Streisand, born April 24, 1942, Brooklyn, New York, USA) is an American singer, actress, film director, producer and one of the most awarded and influential artists in the history of American show business. She is a winner of an Academy Award, Grammy, Golden Globe, Emmy and Tony — the rare and prestigious EGOT set. Her name stands alongside the greatest figures of 20th–21st century art. Early years Barbra grew up in Brooklyn in a modest Jewish family. Her father, Emanuel Streisand, an English teacher, died from complications after an epileptic seizure when Barbra was only 15 months old. Her mother, Diana Rosen, later remarried, but Barbra’s relationship with her stepfather was difficult. From childhood Barbra showed a…

At the very end of 1976, on December 25, in the Dutch city of Leiden, a boy was born who would become one of the most influential DJs in the world — Armin van Buuren. From an early age, Armin grew up in a musical environment. His father was fond of jazz, and his mother loved classical music. Even as a child, he showed a passion for electronics and was inspired by the work of Jean-Michel Jarre. The album Oxygene became a source of inspiration and defined his future direction. Early Steps and Career Beginnings At the age of 10, Armin received his first computer, and by 14 he had bought a sampler and started producing his own tracks. Inspired by Ben Liebrand, he sent him a demo and received positive feedback, which became a strong motivation to continue developing his craft. By…

Eric Tyrell is an Austrian DJ, electronic music producer and owner of several independent record labels. He has been active in the field of electronic dance music for more than 30 years and is a notable figure on the European club scene, regularly performing at venues in Austria, Switzerland, Germany and other European countries. Early years and career beginnings Eric Tyrell began his career in the early 1990s, when European club culture was experiencing rapid growth. He performed in regional clubs across Austria, gradually expanding the geography of his DJ sets and solidifying his own style in house, progressive house and vocal house. Thanks to his activity on local scenes and participation in European events, Tyrell built up the status of a DJ with a stable international following.…

Mitya Fomin (full name — Dmitry Anatolyevich Fomin, born January 17, 1974, Novosibirsk) is a Russian singer, actor, songwriter and producer who first gained widespread fame as a member of the popular group Hi-Fi, and later as a successful solo artist. His career path is a vivid example of how a person can change professions, follow an inner calling and achieve success in a completely different field. Early years and education Mitya was born into an educated family. His father was an associate professor at a telecommunications institute, and his mother worked as an engineer and patent specialist. From early childhood, he grew up in an atmosphere of respect for education and hard work; he has a sister who later moved to Italy. After finishing school, Dmitry enrolled at the…

OneRepublic — an American pop rock band formed in 2002 in Colorado Springs and later based in Los Angeles. The band has become one of the clearest examples of how persistence, internet support and the right production decisions can turn an almost disbanded project into a global act. OneRepublic blend elements of pop rock, alternative rock, orchestral music and emotive lyrics. The main creative core of the band is vocalist, songwriter and producer Ryan Tedder. Early years and formation of the band (2002–2004) The story of OneRepublic began when Ryan Tedder, left in Los Angeles with almost no money, decided not to abandon his dream of becoming a musician. To make his first real step, he sold his own car to buy a minimal studio setup. For the next two years, Tedder drifted…

Glukoza — one of the most unusual and striking musical projects on the Russian pop scene of the early 2000s, created with the participation of producer Maxim Fadeev. The face of the project was Natalia Ilinichna Ionova (born June 7, 1986, Syzran) — an actress, singer and TV personality. Thanks to the spectacular combination of a cartoon character, electronic sound and a provocative image, Glukoza quickly became a phenomenon of Russian popular culture. Early years of Natalia Ionova The future star was born in Syzran, Kuibyshev Region. From childhood, Natasha showed bright artistry, energy and natural charisma. She appeared on television quite early: she took part in the children’s comedy TV show «Yeralash», appeared in a music video by Yuriy…

«Turetsky Choir» — a unique Russian vocal and musical ensemble founded in the late 1980s that has become one of the most famous vocal projects in Russia. The ensemble is led by People’s Artist of the Russian Federation Mikhail Turetsky. The group combines elements of classical, sacred, world, ethnic and pop music, creating a high-level multi-voice show. Formation of the ensemble (1989) The story begins in 1989, when graduate of the Gnessin State Musical and Pedagogical Institute Mikhail Turetsky was commissioned to create a professional male choir based at the Moscow Choral Synagogue. The task was to revive and develop European sacred music in the USSR — a tradition that had been almost completely lost in the Soviet era. The first lineup was formed from:…

“Faktor 2” is a Russian–German music group formed in the late 1990s that became one of the most notable pop-rap acts of the early 2000s. The project is known for its blend of pop-style lyrics, dance music and melodic rap, as well as for a series of bright hits that firmly established themselves in radio charts across Russia, Germany and the CIS. The group gained popularity thanks to sincere lyrics, simple yet memorable melodies, and the contrasting delivery of its two members — Ilya Podstrelov and Vladimir Panchenko. Early years and formation (1998–2002) The story of “Faktor 2” begins in 1998 in the city of Vorkuta, where young musician Ilya Podstrelov lived. From childhood he was passionate about music, graduated from music school and wrote his…

Jennifer Lynn Lopez (also known as J.Lo; born July 24, 1969, in the Bronx, New York, USA) is an American singer, actress, dancer, producer, fashion designer, and entrepreneur. She became one of the first Latina artists to achieve global stardom in Hollywood and worldwide pop music, combining directing, film, pop and R&B, dance, business, and fashion into one large-scale career. Jennifer Lopez is recognized as one of the most successful entertainers in history: her films have grossed billions of dollars at the box office, and her music releases have sold more than 80 million copies worldwide. Early life Jennifer Lopez was born into a Puerto Rican family and grew up in the working-class New York borough of the Bronx. In this environment she was drawn to the arts from an early age,…

Lada Dance (real name Lada Yevgenyevna Volkova; born 11 September 1966, Kaliningrad, RSFSR, USSR) is a Soviet and Russian pop and jazz singer, actress, songwriter and performer of many popular hits of the 1990s. She is best known for the songs “Devочка-ночь” (“Girl-Night”), “Жить нужно в кайф” (“You’ve Got to Live for Pleasure”), “Аромат любви” (“The Scent of Love”), “Танцы у моря” (“Dancing by the Sea”), as well as for her roles in films and TV projects. Early years Lada Volkova was born in Kaliningrad. She graduated from a music school in piano, and later from a music college: first from the academic department and then from the jazz and pop department. Her first performances took…

Viktor Robertovich Tsoi (21 June 1962, Leningrad, USSR — 15 August 1990, 35th kilometer of the R-126 Sloka — Talsi highway, Tukums District, Latvia) was a Soviet rock musician, songwriter, poet, artist and actor of Korean-Russian origin. He was the founder and frontman of the rock band «Kino», which was part of the Leningrad Rock Club and originally performed under the name «Garin i Giperboloidi» («Garin and the Hyperboloids»). Before that he played in the bands «Palata No. 6» («Ward No. 6») and «Avtomaticheskie udovletvoriteli» («Automatic Satisfiers»). Tsoi is regarded as one of the most influential and well-known rock musicians of the USSR. He wrote the lyrics and the music, was the…

Ramazanova Zemfira Talgatovna — a Russian singer, composer, musician, and songwriter, known by her stage name Zemfira. Her name became a symbol of the new wave of Russian rock music of the late 1990s and 2000s. Zemfira’s work is distinguished by depth, sincerity, and raw emotional power. She is an artist who has always followed her own path — combining intellect, inner freedom, and artistic expression. Early Life Zemfira was born on August 26, 1976 in Ufa (Bashkortostan, Russia) into an educated family. Her father, Talgat Talgatovich Ramazanov, was a history teacher, and her mother, Florida Khakimovna, was a physician specializing in therapeutic exercise. Zemfira is ethnically Bashkir and often speaks fondly of her native Ufa region. Her older brother tragically died…

Uma2rman is a Russian music group founded in 2003 by brothers Vladimir and Sergey Krestovsky. The band’s name is a wordplay and a reference to actress Uma Thurman, reflecting the musicians’ ironic and free-spirited character. The group became famous for its unique style, combining pop rock, light jazz, chanson-style lyricism and urban romance, creating a special atmosphere of warmth and philosophical ease. Formation and early years Sergey Krestovsky was born on 18 November 1967, and Vladimir Krestovsky on 19 August 1975. Both showed interest in music from an early age: Sergey in guitar and lyrics, Vladimir in singing and composing melodies. They grew up in an intellectual family and were involved in creativity from their youth, performing in small clubs and experimenting…

Zhanna Vladimirovna Friske (née Kopylova; 8 July 1974, Moscow — 15 June 2015, Balashikha) was a Russian singer, TV presenter and actress. A former member of the girl group Blestyashchie (1996–2003), she was a multiple music award winner, a laureate of the “Song of the Year” festival, a recipient of the “Golden Gramophone” and several MUZ-TV Awards. She became widely known not only as a pop singer, but also as an actress in the cult films “Night Watch” and “Day Watch”, where she played one of the most striking characters — the witch Alisa Donnikova. Early years and family Zhanna was born in Moscow to Vladimir Friske and Olga Kopylova. She was one of twins — her twin brother died shortly after birth due to a…

Whitney Elizabeth Houston (August 9, 1963 – February 11, 2012) was an American singer, actress and producer, widely regarded as one of the most influential vocalists of the 20th century. Her unique tone, powerful range and emotional delivery made her a true icon of her era. Over the course of her career, she sold more than 200 million records worldwide and set records that remain unmatched to this day. Early life and family Whitney was born in Newark, New Jersey, into a family where music was present from day one. Her mother, Cissy Houston, was a renowned gospel singer and backing vocalist for Aretha Franklin. Her cousin was Dionne Warwick, and her godmother was none other than Aretha Franklin herself. Growing up in such an environment virtually predetermined her musical path.…

Vanessa-Mae (Vanessa-Mae Vanakorn Nicholson) is a world-renowned British violinist and composer, celebrated for her bold fusion of classical music, electronic elements and pop influences. Her signature style has been described as «violin techno-acoustic fusion» or, in her own words, «violin pop». Thanks to her virtuoso technique, experimental approach to sound, and striking stage image, Vanessa-Mae became one of the most recognizable violinists in the world and a symbol of the modern reinvention of classical music. Early years Vanessa-Mae was born on 27 October 1978 in Singapore. She is of mixed heritage: Thai (father) and Chinese (mother). After her parents’ divorce, her mother took her to the United Kingdom, where she grew up and received her musical…