Angeline Quinto
Angeline Quinto | |
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| Birth name | Angeline Quinto |
| Origin | Manila, Philippines |
| Genres | P-pop, pop rock, R&B, Ballad, OPM |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, model, actress |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals (Lyric coloratura soprano) |
| Years active | 2011–present |
| Labels | Star Records |
| Website | http://www.angelinequinto.blogspot.com |
Angeline Quinto is a Filipino singer. Dubbed as the "Pop Superstar", she is the first grand winner of Star Power: Search For The Next Female Pop Superstar.[1][2]
Early life
Angeline Quinto was born on November 26, 1989 in Sampaloc, Manila. Her biological mother tried to abort Angeline but her grandmother stopped it which then ended up in selling Angeline to her grandmother.
This young, beautiful singer aspires to be a singer. She has joined several singing competitions in her town but had, unfortunately, lost most of them. Despite of the failures that she had and being unable to know your mother and abandoned by her father for another family, she still pursued to achieve her dreams and continued to join different competitions. She would even leave her house just to join a singing competition. Then came a night of a very special night where she won 3 different competitions in just one night. Her grand mother was so proud when she won Php7,000 (US$165) and she even cooked a delicious dinner for her grandmother.
Angeline Quinto has cited various artists who have influenced her musical style. She grew up listening to songs of Regine Velasquez as the reason why she does music.[3][4] Quinto credits Velasquez's singing and her song "What Kind Of Fool Am I" as influencing her to begin practicing vocal "runs" as a child, as well as helping her pursue a career as a musician. Quinto also cites influences from American artists such as Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston and Beyonce Knowles.
Career
In 2002, Angeline joined a prestigious singing competition on IBC 13 called, Star for a Night. She was then joined by, now Sarah Geronimo and Mark Bautista. In 2004, Angeline was a finalist in MTB Teen Popstar when she tied with Sherilyn Flores for the title and where she competed with Jonalyn Viray.
In 2010, she joined, a now defunct variety show, Diz Iz It, and she became a wildcard finalist.
In 2011, Angeline also joined a prestigious singing competition of ABS-CBN, Star Power: Sharon's Search for the next Female Pop Superstar where she emerged as a winner and now the title as First female Pop Superstar for gaining a combined score from judges, online voting and text of 90.88%. [1]The final showdown of the competition was held at the Ynares Sports Arena in Antipolo, Rizal. Quinto also triumph one million cash, a car, and an entertainment showcase from Sony Philippines, diamond jewelry from JMK Jewelry and an exclusive recording contract from Star Records.
She has released her debut/self-titled album under Star Records, Angeline Quinto. the album has 14 tracks including the original, alternate, radio, extended remix and minus-one versions of "Patuloy Ang Pangarap," her winning contest piece in the 1st Search for the Next Female Pop Superstar.” Her debut album tops the list of selling albums for both local and foreign artists. It is considered the best-selling album of the first quarter of 2011.
After a weeks her debut album received a gold certification from PARI. Last July 15, 2011 Angeline Quinto staged her first solo concert. She also toured and opened for Sharon Cuneta in her United States concert tour. She has sung several soundtracks for ABS-CBN television dramas and films. She is currently a performer on ASAP Rocks.
Discography
Studio Album
| Album Title | Tracks | Label | Year | Certification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Patuloy Ang Pangarap |
1. Patuloy Ang Pangarap 2. Muling Magmamahal 3. Panghabang-panahon 4. Wag Mo Akong Iwan Mag-isa 5. Sana Ngayon Lang Ang Kahapon |
Star Records | 2011 | (certified by PARI) |
Patuloy Ang Pangarap Expanded Edition |
6.Kunin Mo Na Ang Lahat Sa Akin 7.You're My Home 8. Ngayon |
Star Records | 2011 | (certified by PARI) |
Television, Radio & Film Theme
| Year | Program | Song | Network |
| 2011 | ABS-CBN Summer Station ID | "Bida Best Sa Tag-Araw" | |
| Choose Philippines | "Piliin Mo Ang Pilipinas" | ||
| DZMM Silveradyo ID | "DZMM Radyo Patrol"[5] | ||
| 100 Days to Heaven | "Mahiwaga"[5] | ||
| Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin | "Kunin Mo Na Ang Lahat Sa Akin" | ||
| Kris TV | "Sa Kris TV" | ||
| Reputasyon" | "Ngayon" | ||
| The Fierce Wife | "Sana Ngayon Lang Ang Kahapon" | ||
| Maria La Del Barrio | "Patuloy Ang Pangarap" | ||
| Way Back Home | "You're My Home" | ||
| Budoy | "Saan Darating Ang Umaga" |
Concerts
| Date | Concert | Location | Notes |
| July 15, 2011[6] | SM North Edsa Sky Dome | Her first solo major concert | |
| June 25, 2011[7] | Pechanga Resort & Casino, Temecula, California | Concert with Ms. Sharon Cuneta | |
| July 3, 2011[8] | Silver Legacy Resort Casino, Downtown Reno, Nevada | ||
| September 24, 2011[9] | Aula Magna, Stockholm University, Stockholm, Sweden | ||
| October 1, 2011[10] | Arcotiel Wien, Vienna, Austria |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Network | Notes |
| 2011 | Star Power | Champion | ABS-CBN | |
| ASAP Rocks | Host/ Performer | |||
| I Dare You | Challenger | Episode: Sacrifice for the Elderly (July 22, 2011) together with Vice Ganda and Jason Abalos | ||
| 2005 | MTB Teen Popstar | Champion | ABS-CBN | |
| 2003 | Star For A Night | Grand Finalist | IBC 13 |
Movies
| Year | Title | Film Production |
| 2012 | together with Coco Martin |
Awards & Recognition
2011
- 1st Star Power Female Pop Superstar Grand Champion[13]
- 3rd PMPC Star Awards for Music "New Female Recording Artist of the Year"[13]
- 3rd PMPC Star Awards for Music Song of the Year "Patuloy ang Pangarap"[13]
- 33rd Catholic Mass Media Awards Best Secular Song "Patuloy ang Pangarap"[13]
References
- ^ a b Angeline Quinto is hailed as the first Star Power female pop superstar retrieved on February 21, 2011 via www.PEP.ph
- ^ Angeline Quinto is striving to make her own image retrieved on June 11, 2011 via www.push.com.ph
- ^ Star Power grand winner Angeline Quinto denies she is copying Regine Velasquez-Alcasid retrieved on February 22, 2011 via www.pep.ph
- ^ Regine Velasquez says Star Power winner Angeline Quinto is not a copycat singer retrieved on June 11, 2011 via www.push.com.ph
- ^ a b Reyma Buan-Deveza (May 30, 2011). "Quinto records own version of DZMM jingle, 'Mahiwaga'". ABS-CBN News.
- ^ Crispina Martinez-Belen (June 28, 2011). "Angeline Quinto sets first major concert at SM Sky Dome". Manila Bulletin.
- ^ "Mega Upclose 2011 in Pechanga Casino". June 25, 2011.
- ^ "Mega Upclose 2011 in Nevada". July 3, 2011.
- ^ "Mega Upclose 2011 in Stockholm". September 24, 2011.
- ^ "Mega Upclose 2011 in Austria". October 1, 2011.
- ^ Fionna Acaba (July 26, 2011). "Angeline Quinto reacts on Regine Velasquez's comment that she is the next Superstar". ABS-CBN Entertainment News.
- ^ "Angeline Quinto and Coco Martin Star in the Movie "You Light Up My Life"". September 7, 2011.
- ^ a b c d http://www.mb.com.ph/node/306391/angeline-quinto- Cite error: The named reference "askmen" was defined multiple times with different content (see the help page).