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'''Rosa Isabel Mutya Buena''' (born 21 May 1985) is an English recording artist who rose to fame as a member of [[girl group]] the [[Sugababes]]. With the Sugababes, Buena had four UK number one singles, an additional six top-ten hits and three multi-platinum albums. After leaving the group in December 2005, she released her debut solo album, ''[[Real Girl]]'' in June 2007. In October 2010, Buena released a compilation album dedicated to British singers, titled ''Sound Of Camden: Mutya Buena''.
'''Rosa Isabel Mutya Buena''' (born 21 May 1985) is an English recording artist who rose to fame as a member of [[girl group]] the [[Sugababes]]. With the Sugababes, Buena had four UK number one singles, an additional six top-ten hits and three multi-platinum albums. After leaving the group in December 2005, she released her debut solo album, ''[[Real Girl]]'' in June 2007. In October 2010, Buena released a compilation album dedicated to British singers, titled ''Sound Of Camden: Mutya Buena''. Buena is currently in the studio recording a follow up to her debut album "Real Girl".

On 26 January 2012 it was confirmed that Buena would reform the original line-up of [[Sugababes]] alongside [[Keisha Buchanan]] and [[Siobhan Donaghy]] but will be releasing under a new name due to the "Sugababes" name still in use by the current members of the group."<ref>http://www.google.com/hostednews/ukpress/article/ALeqM5jxh_kCpmtOfRHWEeXNx8uNciIuBg?docId=N0167981327664574234A</ref>


==Early life==
==Early life==
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Buena performed at Birmingham [[Gay Pride]] on 28 May 2011.<ref>{{cite web|author=twentyfirstcentury |url=http://www.midlandszone.co.uk/news.asp?thisId=1554&thisName=Gay-club-announce-Pride-line-up&newsindx=Scene&idxid=4 |title=ZONE Magazine: The Midlands premier on-line Gay Guide :: Home |publisher=Midlandszone.co.uk |date= |accessdate=2011-10-17}}</ref>
Buena performed at Birmingham [[Gay Pride]] on 28 May 2011.<ref>{{cite web|author=twentyfirstcentury |url=http://www.midlandszone.co.uk/news.asp?thisId=1554&thisName=Gay-club-announce-Pride-line-up&newsindx=Scene&idxid=4 |title=ZONE Magazine: The Midlands premier on-line Gay Guide :: Home |publisher=Midlandszone.co.uk |date= |accessdate=2011-10-17}}</ref>


===2012–present: Reforming original Sugababes===
===2012–present:===
Buena is currently in the studio recording music to her follow up debut album "Real Girl". However, very little information has been given on release and who she is working with.
Rumours of the original line up of [[Sugababes]] reforming had been circulating around online for various months but with all members denying any interest in reforming. On 26 January 2012 [[Emile Sande]] confirmed that the band where reforming speaking to [[MTV]] saying "Yes, that is true. I've written for the original line-up of the Sugababes, which I'm very happy about because I just loved them when they first came out. I loved their sound, it was so cool. It was very different, so I'm happy to kind of be involved in what started the whole Sugababes journey. It sounds amazing." Keisha tweeted on January 5: "Hanging out in the studio with Professor Green and two lovely ladies with bags of talent" Mutya followed by tweeting "At studio with Professor Green in the building and two beautiful ladies"<ref>http://www.google.com/hostednews/ukpress/article/ALeqM5jxh_kCpmtOfRHWEeXNx8uNciIuBg?docId=N0167981327664574234A</ref> <ref>http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2012/jan/26/emeli-sande-sugababes?newsfeed=true</ref> Although the original trio will not be able to release under the name Sugababes due to it currently still being used by the current members of the band.

==="Sugababes" Reunion===
Rumors of the original line-up of [[Sugababes]] reforming started circulating online after a tweet from Buchanan on January 5 stating "Hanging out in the studio with Professor Green and two lovely ladies with bags of talent", former bandmate, [[Mutya Buena]] followed with "At studio with Professor Green in the building and two beautiful ladies", thus rumors leading to the 'Babes recording new music. However [[Professor Green]] later denied rumors of working with the ladies stating "Oh, no, no, no. People got the wrong end of the stick. I was in the same studio then that I’m in now."<ref>http://themusic.com.au/newsletter/3857/exclusive-producer-scoffs-at-sugababes-rumours</ref> Buena later confirmed that a "Sugababes Reunion" is only a rumor and tweeted "No track with keisha or professor G he was around tha studio. im jus workin on my stuff @ tha moment."<ref>http://www.entertainmentwise.com/news/67283/Mutya-Buena-Denies-Original-Sugababes-Reunion</ref>. It was later confirmed that the Buchanan and Buena were coincidentally in the same studio recording solo material at the same time and hanging out with each other on a break. The third woman Buchanan and Buena tweeted about was unidentified, however fans were lead to believe that it was former member [[Siobhán Donaghy]], however this was never confirmed. Fans now believe that the third woman was singer and songwriter [[Emile Sande]]. Sande made the statement to [[MTV]] UK on 26 January 2012, "Yes, that is true. I'm writing for the original line-up of the Sugababes, which I'm very happy about because I just loved them when they first came out. I loved their sound, it was so cool. It was very different, so I'm happy to kind of be involved in what started the whole Sugababes journey. It sounds amazing."<ref>http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2012/jan/26/emeli-sande-sugababes?newsfeed=true</ref> It is now assumed that Sande is only writing music to be submitted to the women if they choose to reform.


== Personal life ==
== Personal life ==

Revision as of 08:43, 5 February 2012

Mutya Buena
Buena performing with Sugababes at Bristol Ashton Court on 13 August 2004.
Buena performing with Sugababes at Bristol Ashton Court on 13 August 2004.
Background information
Birth nameRosa Isabel Mutya Buena
GenresDance, R&B, urban, soul
OccupationSinger-songwriter
Years active1998–present
LabelsLondon (1998-01) Universal Records (2006-08)
Websitewww.mutyabuena.com

Rosa Isabel Mutya Buena (born 21 May 1985) is an English recording artist who rose to fame as a member of girl group the Sugababes. With the Sugababes, Buena had four UK number one singles, an additional six top-ten hits and three multi-platinum albums. After leaving the group in December 2005, she released her debut solo album, Real Girl in June 2007. In October 2010, Buena released a compilation album dedicated to British singers, titled Sound Of Camden: Mutya Buena. Buena is currently in the studio recording a follow up to her debut album "Real Girl".

Early life

Buena was born in Kingsbury, London and attended Kingsbury High School. She is of Filipino, Chinese, and Irish descent. On 23 March, 2005, Buena gave birth to her daughter Tahlia. Buena dedicated a song to her late sister Maya on the Sugababes album, Three.[1]

Career

1998–05: Sugababes

Main article: Sugababes

The Sugababes were formed in 1998 by Siobhán Donaghy, Keisha Buchanan and Buena. Their debut album, One Touch, was released in November 2000 and peaked at number twenty-six on the UK Albums Chart, eventually earning a gold certification.[2][3] One Touch spawned four singles, three of which reached the top twenty,[2] while the album's lead single "Overload" was nominated for a BRIT Award for "Best British Single".[4] The album's sales did not meet the expectations of London Records and the group was subsequently dropped.[5] The group's second album Angels with Dirty Faces was released in August 2002 through Island Records. Influenced by the New Wave, dance, and pop music of the 1980s, the record enjoyed success in the UK, where it reached number two and went triple platinum.[2][3] It produced two number one singles and was nominated for "Best British Album" at the 2003 BRIT Awards.[2][6]

Three, Sugababes' third album, was released in October 2003. It reached number three in the UK and produced four singles, three of which reached the top ten.[2] The group's fourth album, Taller in More Ways, was released in October 2005. The album reached reached number one and went double platinum in the UK.[2][3] On 21 December, 2005, it was announced Buena left the Sugababes. According to an announcement on their official website, "[Buena]'s decision was based purely on personal reasons and she will continue to remain the best of friends with both [Buchanan] and [Range]". The last remaining original member, Buchanan, said upon Buena's departure, "...we will all miss Mutya, but we also knew there was still a place for bringing in somebody new who could help us carry on taking the Sugababes brand of music forward".."[7] Amelle Berrabah joined the group 48 hours after Buena's departure.[8]

Mutya performing with Sugababes in August 2004.

2006–08: Real Girl

Following her departure from the Sugababes, Buena began working on her debut album in early 2006 after signing with her previous label, Universal Island Records. The first single to be released in the U.K. featuring Buena was a ballad duet with George Michael, titled "This Is Not Real Love". It was released in November 2006 and reached number 15 in the UK. Preceding the album, the title track, "Real Girl", was released in early 2007. It reached number 2 in the UK and received a BRIT Award nomination for "Best Single". The song samples Lenny Kravitz's hit "It Ain't Over 'Til It's Over", and was produced by London-based production company Full Phat. "Real Girl" was also featured on the Sex and the City, Vol 2: More Music Soundtrack. Buena's debut album, Real Girl, peaked at number 10 on the UK Albums Chart. "Song 4 Mutya (Out of Control)", her collaboration with dance duo Groove Armada, was released in the UK in July 2007 peaked at number 8. The fourth release from the album was "Just a Little Bit", which reached number 65. Buena also collaborated with Amy Winehouse, on a re-working of the track "Be My Baby" by The Ronettes titled "B Boy Baby", which reached number 73 in the UK top 75. On 1 October 2007, Buena was nominated for the 2007 British "Music of Black Origin" (MOBO) awards at the O2 Arena in London.[9]

On 12 February 2008, Buena was dropped by her record label due to poor sales and charting positions from Real Girl and her last two singles, "Just a Little Bit" and "B Boy Baby".[10]

2009–11: Other endeavors

In October 2008, Buena appeared on Alan Carr's Celebrity Ding Dong. In 2009, she was featured on Celebrity Big Brother.

In January 2009, Buena featured on Asher D's second single "With You", from his album Ashley Walters, as well as the Don-E track "The Time Is Now". She also promoted the collaborations "Fallin'" with Agent X and "Give Back" with Tah Mac. Buena also joined an array of UK, US and Jamaican artists to feature on the debut single of the London-based Urban / Funky House production duo, NightShift. The song is titled "Can You Persuade Me" and it also features MegaMan (So Solid Crew), DJ Ironik, Sisqó, Tanto Metro & Devonte, TQ, Steelo, Juxci D, J2K, Wretch 32, Sam Obernik and Mr. Vegas. The song heavily sampled Pitbull's "I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho)".

In September 2010, she contributed to six tracks on the album The Sound of Camden, which was recorded in Israel with music producer Roy Sela. The album deals with “Camden Town” market in London, and has been available for purchase solely at the market itself, as well as on iTunes. She recorded a series of covers of rock songs from rock bands such as U2, The Pixies and Iron Maiden, in a chilled-out-lounge style.[11]

In October 2010, Buena confirmed she was no longer interested in a career in the music industry and that she is currently training to become a psychologist for children.[12] Despite the announcement, Buena teamed up with City Boy Soul, a band consisting of ex-Damage singer Coree Richards and British rapper Gak Jonze, and digitally released "Be Ok" in January 2011. Buena also recorded lead vocals for "Give Me Love", penned by UK DJ/Producer Paul Morrell. Mutya is set to release "My Love" featuring Thor Alaye in early 2012. And "Bedroom" featuring Shide Boss some time in 2012.

Buena performed at Birmingham Gay Pride on 28 May 2011.[13]

2012–present:

Buena is currently in the studio recording music to her follow up debut album "Real Girl". However, very little information has been given on release and who she is working with.

"Sugababes" Reunion

Rumors of the original line-up of Sugababes reforming started circulating online after a tweet from Buchanan on January 5 stating "Hanging out in the studio with Professor Green and two lovely ladies with bags of talent", former bandmate, Mutya Buena followed with "At studio with Professor Green in the building and two beautiful ladies", thus rumors leading to the 'Babes recording new music. However Professor Green later denied rumors of working with the ladies stating "Oh, no, no, no. People got the wrong end of the stick. I was in the same studio then that I’m in now."[14] Buena later confirmed that a "Sugababes Reunion" is only a rumor and tweeted "No track with keisha or professor G he was around tha studio. im jus workin on my stuff @ tha moment."[15]. It was later confirmed that the Buchanan and Buena were coincidentally in the same studio recording solo material at the same time and hanging out with each other on a break. The third woman Buchanan and Buena tweeted about was unidentified, however fans were lead to believe that it was former member Siobhán Donaghy, however this was never confirmed. Fans now believe that the third woman was singer and songwriter Emile Sande. Sande made the statement to MTV UK on 26 January 2012, "Yes, that is true. I'm writing for the original line-up of the Sugababes, which I'm very happy about because I just loved them when they first came out. I loved their sound, it was so cool. It was very different, so I'm happy to kind of be involved in what started the whole Sugababes journey. It sounds amazing."[16] It is now assumed that Sande is only writing music to be submitted to the women if they choose to reform.

Personal life

In March 2010, Buena filed a claim for ownership of the Sugababes name with the European Trademark Authority. Though members Keisha Buchanan and Siobhan Donaghy's names appear on the trademark submission, it was confirmed that Buena was the sole applicant for submission and Donaghy and Buchanan were not involved.[17] The current line-up launched an opposition to the claim on the basis that goodwill and reputation in the mark and trading name "Sugababes" belongs to the partnership – not an individual.[18]

Buena paid £5,000 for buttock implants as she "just wanted it a bit perkier",[19] and previously had breast enlargements.[12]

Discography

Main article: Mutya discography
See also: Sugababes discography
  • 2007: Real Girl
  • 2010: Sound of Camden: Mutya Buena

References

  1. ^ "Mutya's a Real Girl now: don't call me a babe | Showbiz". Thisislondon.co.uk. 11 May 2007. Retrieved 17 October 2011.
  2. ^ a b c d e f "UK Charts > Sugababes". The Official Charts Company. Retrieved 4 August 2010.
  3. ^ a b c "BPI Certified Awards". British Phonographic Industry. Retrieved 27 August 2009.
  4. ^ Raphael, Amy (22 June 2003). "Sweetness follows". The Guardian. London. Retrieved 22 June 2003.
  5. ^ MacKenzie, Wilson; Kellman, Andy. "allmusic ((( Sugababes > Biography )))". Allmusic. Rovi Corporation. Retrieved 13 July 2008.
  6. ^ "The Brit Awards 2003 nominations in full". BBC. 13 January 2003. Retrieved 25 November 2008.
  7. ^ "Sugababes unveil new band member". bbc.co.uk. 21 December 2005. Retrieved 14 November 2008.
  8. ^ "Sugababes unveil new band member". bbc.co.uk. 22 December 2005. Retrieved 14 November 2008.
  9. ^ GMA NEWS.TV, Filipino rising pop star nominated in UK music award
  10. ^ Timbo. "Musical Confession: Mutya Buena Has Been Dropped From Her Label". Musicalconfession.blogspot.com. Retrieved 17 October 2011.
  11. ^ "Mutya to Record Covers Album". MutyaBuena.info. Retrieved 16 October 2009. [dead link]
  12. ^ a b "Mutya Buena 'planning career change'". Inthenews.co.uk. Retrieved 17 October 2011.
  13. ^ twentyfirstcentury. "ZONE Magazine: The Midlands premier on-line Gay Guide :: Home". Midlandszone.co.uk. Retrieved 17 October 2011.
  14. ^ http://themusic.com.au/newsletter/3857/exclusive-producer-scoffs-at-sugababes-rumours
  15. ^ http://www.entertainmentwise.com/news/67283/Mutya-Buena-Denies-Original-Sugababes-Reunion
  16. ^ http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2012/jan/26/emeli-sande-sugababes?newsfeed=true
  17. ^ Michaels, Sean (4 March 2010). "Mutya Buena fights to reclaim Sugababes name". The Guardian. London. Retrieved 19 May 2010.
  18. ^ "Sugababes". Thorntons-law.co.uk. Retrieved 17 October 2011.
  19. ^ Bull, Sarah (31 August 2010). "'I just wanted it a bit perkier': Mutya Buena reveals why she had bum implants as Carley Stenson talks about her nose job". Daily Mail. London.

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