Common Music Higher China (UMGC) has renewed its contract with Chinese language pop megastar, Eason Chan, having already labored collectively for over 19 years.
The information was introduced at a particular press convention in Macau on Friday (November 3), with Timothy Xu, the just lately appointed Chairman and CEO of Common Music Higher China, in addition to Eason’s supervisor Lisa Kan, in attendance.
Since first signing with Common Music Hong Kong’s CinePoly label in 2005, Eason Chan launched his album U87 in June of the identical 12 months.
Since U87, Eason Chan has launched 22 albums and Eps, boasting 154 chart-topping singles. Since becoming a member of UMG, Eason Chan has amassed over 75 billion streams throughout numerous platforms.
In accordance with UMG, in November 2021, Eason’s single Warrior of the Darkness “grew to become a phenomenon within the Mandarin music market”.
The music has topped 8.4 billion streams lower than two years since its launch, making it the most important digital music in UMG China’s historical past.
Different accolades achieved over the previous 19 years embrace numerous data at Hong Kong’s ‘Large 4’ music award ceremonies, together with securing the Gold Award for Finest Male Singer on the Business Radio Music Awards 10 instances.
He additionally gained the ‘Finest Pop Male Singer’ award on the High Ten Chinese language Gold Songs Award for 13 years (2005-2017).
Eason has additionally been nominated for Taiwan’s Golden Melody Award for ‘Finest Mandarin Male Singer’ 9 instances, profitable thrice, holding the file for each nominations and wins.
Final week’s press convention was attended by round 1,000 visitors, together with media, followers and UMG executives.
Senior administration from key Asian markets of UMG, Calvin Wong (CEO of Common Music Southeast Asia), Alice Phyliss Kent (Normal Supervisor of Common Music Singapore), Kim Lim (Managing Director, Common Music Malaysia) , William Hsieh (Managing Director of Common Music Taiwan and SVP of Common Music Higher China), and Claire Kim (Director, Worldwide Pop Advertising and marketing, Common Music Korea) have been current for the event.
The announcement adopted the discharge of Eason’s newest studio album, CHIN UP! on October 27, his first in 5 years.
CHIN UP! options eight new tracks, all composed by Terence Lam, organized by award-winning producer Ronghao Li and Terence Lam.
One of many lead singles from the album, Homo Sapiens, was awarded the ‘Tune of the Yr’ award on the inaugural Wave Music Awards hosted by Tencent Music Group, and was additionally acknowledged on the thirty fourth Golden Melody Awards for Finest Lyrics.
“Reflecting upon the cherished moments over the previous 19 years with Common Music Group, feelings properly up. It has been an unforgettable voyage, and I’m profoundly grateful for each step we’ve taken collectively.”
Eason Chan
In asserting the brand new album launch and the renewal with Common Music, Eason Chan stated: “4 years within the making, this album actually displays the journey of my thoughts prior to now remoted few years.
“My deepest appreciation and admiration to this album’s co-producers Terence Lam and Ronghao Li, who additionally made spectacular preparations for these pretty tunes. And to my pricey good friend, a real legend, Mr. Tony Leung, for participating within the newest music video of Don’t thoughts me.
Added Chan: “Reflecting upon the cherished moments over the previous 19 years with Common Music Group, feelings properly up. It has been an unforgettable voyage, and I’m profoundly grateful for each step we’ve taken collectively.
“As we transfer ahead, I’m fairly excited for extra exceptional recollections but to be created. We will proceed to push boundaries and like at all times, hold the CHIN UP!”.
“The longstanding relationship between UMG and Eason epitomizes the deep-rooted belief and mutual success that we worth immensely on this trade.”
Timothy Xu, Common Music
Timothy Xu, Chairman and CEO of Common Music Higher China, stated: “The longstanding relationship between UMG and Eason epitomizes the deep-rooted belief and mutual success that we worth immensely on this trade.
“It’s a testomony to our shared dedication to artistry and enduring partnership. I’m deeply honored to have stepped into my function at such a pivotal second, witnessing this renewal.
“I sit up for championing Eason’s future endeavors and, collectively, setting new benchmarks for excellence within the Chinese language music scene and past.”
“As we glance to the long run, we’re brimming with enthusiasm to additional Eason’s worldwide attain, guaranteeing his iconic music resonates with audiences far and vast.”
Adam Granite, Common Music
Adam Granite, Govt Vice President, Market Improvement at Common Music Group, stated: “I’d like to precise our heartfelt gratitude to Eason for selecting UMG as soon as once more. It’s a choice that additional cements our cherished partnership.
“As we glance to the long run, we’re brimming with enthusiasm to additional Eason’s worldwide attain, guaranteeing his iconic music resonates with audiences far and vast.”Music Enterprise Worldwide
