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'''Eva Simons''' (Born April 27, 1984) is a Dutch [[Singing|singer]]-[[songwriter]] |
'''Eva Simons''' (Born April 27, 1984) is a Dutch [[Singing|singer]]-[[songwriter]] |
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==Biography== |
==Biography== |
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Revision as of 04:24, 17 June 2012
Eva Simons | |
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| Born | April 27, 1984 |
| Origin | Amsterdam |
| Genres | Pop, electronic dance |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, dancer |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, piano |
| Years active | 2004–present |
| Labels | Interscope Records, Virgin |
| Website | evasimons |
Eva Simons (Born April 27, 1984) is a Dutch singer-songwriter
Biography
Early life
Raised in Amsterdam, Simons grew up in a family of musicians, with a pianist father and vocalist mother. Simons is a classically trained pianist and has been writing compositions since she was a child, getting her first record deal at the age of 13. She is also a graduate from the Conservatorium van Amsterdam.[1]
2009-present: Rise to fame, Silly Boy and Debut Album
In 2009, Eva’s song “Silly Boy” gained popularity on the Internet. The song became one of the most notorious tracks online, generating over 20+ million views. After this success, she signed a worldwide deal at EMI. The song actually started out life as a demo idea for another high profile US female act, and gained much notoriety after Kayne West posted it in his blog, with Eva's vocal, and incorrect credits for the songs performer.
In mid 2010, Eva & Mike Hamilton (also known as the writing team Topline Ink) wrote the song “Take Over Control”. They played the idea to DJ Afrojack, who produced the hit single, which spent 6 weeks on the Billboard Top Dance Airplay Chart, topped iTunes dance charts globally, and gained Platinum status in Australia and certified Gold in the US. The song has become a globally dance crossover anthem, propelling the profiles of both Eva and Afrojack worldwide.
In 2011, as well as touring across the globe, Simons has gone on to sign a major label US deal, and is featured on LMFAO's track "Best Night". In addition to this, Eva has also collaborated with Will.i.am on tracks for his upcoming solo album.
In early March 2012, it was announced that Eva Simons will join LMFAO in the North American "Sorry For Party Rocking" tour.[2]
On March 20, 2012, Simons premiered her new single, "I Don't Like You", which was released in most countries on March 26 under Interscope Records. The track is produced by Zedd.
On June 14, 2012, Simons premiered her new video for her latest single "Renegade".
Discography
Singles
| Year | Title | Peak chart positions | Album | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NLD [3] |
BE (FLA) | BE (WAL) | GER [4] |
AUT [5] |
SWE [6] |
UK | US | US Dance | CAN | AUS [7] | |||
| 2009 | "Silly Boy" | 13 | 62 | — | 36 | 55 | 51 | 149 | — | — | — | 45 | TBA |
| 2012 | "I Don't Like You" | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 6 | — | — | |
| 2012 | "Renegade" | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | - | — | — | |
| "—" denotes a title that did not chart, or was not released in that territory. | |||||||||||||
As featured artist
| Year | Title | Peak chart positions | Album | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NLD [8] |
BE (FLA) | BE (WAL) | AUT [5] |
GER [9] |
SWE [10] |
UK | US | US Dance | CAN | AUS [7] | |||
| 2011 | "Take Over Control" | 12 | 57 | 71 | 46 | 49 | — | 24 | 41 | 23 | 39 | 17 | Non Album Single |
| 2012 | "This Is Love" | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 42 | #willpower |
Album appearances
| Title | Year | Album | Artist(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Pass Out" | 2009 | Graffiti | Chris Brown |
| "Mr & Mrs Smith" | 2010 | Mise à Jour | M. Pokora |
| "What Do They Know" | Winner Stays On | Roll Deep | |
| "Pressure In The Club" | DJ Snake | ||
| "Best Night" | 2011 | Sorry for Party Rocking | LMFAO, will.i.am, GoonRock |
| "I Need More" | 2012 | Apster |
Music videos
As main artist
| Title | Year | Director(s) |
|---|---|---|
| "Silly Boy" | 2009 | Micky Suelzer and Daniel Warwick |
| "I Don't Like You" | 2012 | Justin Purser |
| "Renegade" | 2012 | Guy Logan |
As Featured artist
| Title | Year | Director(s) |
|---|---|---|
| "Take Over Control" | 2010 | Alex Herron |
| "This Is Love" | 2012 |
Appearances
| Title | Year | Director(s) |
|---|---|---|
| "Live My Life (Party Rock Remix)" (Far East Movement featuring Justin Bieber & Redfoo) |
2012 | Mickey Finnegan |
References
- ^ "Newly Signed To Interscope Records, Electro-Dance Artist Eva Simons Announces Appearances At 2012 Winter Music Conference In Miami On March 23rd". www.prnewswire.com. Retrieved 18 April 2012.
- ^ http://www.cherrytreerecords.com/profiles/blogs/redfoo-and-cherrytree-present-sorry-for-party-rocking-tour-featur
- ^ "Nederlandse Top 40 - week 42, 2009" (in Dutch). Dutch Top 40 Stichting Nederlandse Top 40.
- ^ "Musicline.de - Chartverfolgung - Simon,Eva - Silly%20Boy" (in German). Media Control Charts. PhonoNet GmbH.
- ^ a b "austriancharts.at - Austria Top 40 - Hitparade Österreich" (in German). austriancharts.at. Hung Medien. Retrieved 2010-12-22.
- ^ "swedishcharts.com - Swedish Charts Portal". swedishcharts.com. Hung Medien. Retrieved 2010-08-26.
- ^ a b "australian-charts.com - Australian charts portal". australian-charts.com. Hung Medien. Retrieved 2010-12-22.
- ^ "Nederlandse Top 40 - week 42, 2009" (in Dutch). Dutch Top 40 Stichting Nederlandse Top 40.
- ^ "Musicline.de - Chartverfolgung - Simon,Eva - Silly%20Boy" (in German). Media Control Charts. PhonoNet GmbH.
- ^ "swedishcharts.com - Swedish Charts Portal". swedishcharts.com. Hung Medien. Retrieved 2010-08-26.