Zul F
Zul F | |
|---|---|
| Born | October 24, 1980 |
| Genres | Latin, Soul, Jazz |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter, actor |
| Years active | 2006–present |
| Labels | Origin Artistic Management |
| Website | http://www.originartistic.com/ |
ZUL F (born Haji Mohammad ZulFakhari bin Haji Muksin on October 24, 1980) is a Bruneian singer and actor.[1] He gained recognition after winning P2F, Brunei's version of the Idol series,[2] and was the first Bruneian artist to appear on MTV Asia in 2007, with his video Dari Mata.[3][4]
Early career
Zul F began his music career as a member of Bruneian band Pneumatic Soulz.[5] The group's debut performance was as the opening act for Malaysian artists Elite and X-Factor.[6]
P2F and Beyond
After going solo, he became a contestant and eventual winner of the first season of P2F in 2005.[7] This made him a prominent figure in the local music scene as, prior to P2F, most Bruneians only listened to Malaysian artists.[6]
He appeared in Brunei's first international film, Lihat Nada.[3]
Awards
He was named the Best Male Vocalist at the Pelangi Awards 2006-2007.[8][9] He was nominated for the same award in 2009.[10]
He was voted 'Popular Male Artist' at the RTB 2008 Awrds.[11]
Philanthropy
In 2005, Zul F was involved with the Asia Aid Charity Concert for tsunami victims.[6]
In 2009, he performed at the Sounds of Hope Charity Gala Night on October 3, 2009. The concert aimed to raise awareness about poverty in Brunei.[12]
In 2011, he performed at the “Enlightening Japan / Brunei Night” charity concert to raise funds for Tsunami victims; live broadcast on Nippon TV, Japan.
References
- ^ "Zul F Official Myspace Page".
- ^ "Official P2F Website".
- ^ a b Channel V - Artist Profile - Zul F amp.channelv.com. Retrieved March 9, 2010.
- ^ "Origin Artistic Management Website".
- ^ Rahaman, Kartika. "Zul F Cuts New Single". Borneo Bulletin. May 1, 2006. Retrieved March 9, 2010.
- ^ a b c Camalxaman, Ahmad Nazrul. "Floored by a Brunei Singer". New Straits Times. March, 2006. Retrieved March 9, 2010.
- ^ Adams, Aiden. "P2F Shines On Hectic TV Night". Borneo Bulletin. May 24, 2005. Retrieved March 9, 2010.
- ^ "Press Conference with Pelangi Awards 2006-2007 Winners". Origin Artistic Management. January 5, 2008. Retrieved March 9, 2010.
- ^ "Pelangi FM Website".
- ^ "Anugerah Pelangi names Top 5 for Each Category". Borneo Bulletin. September 15, 2009. Retrieved March 9, 2010.
- ^ Razak, Khairi. "Glittering Finale Marks RTB 2008 Awards". 'The Brunei Times. February 16, 2009. Retrieved March 9, 2010.
- ^ Tanjong, Achong. "Help Eradicate Poverty with Sounds of Hope". Borneo Bulletin. September 6, 2009. Retrieved January 25, 2010.