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Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Chloe Qisha talks new music, Addison Rae and what a ‘Modern Romance' summer would look like
Picture this: you sit down to have a quick catch up with one of Rolling Stone UK's Future of Music 2025 cover stars and the heavens quite literally open and bestow upon you 7 minutes of the potentially heaviest downpour of the year. This was the outcome when we met Chloe Qisha at London's BST Hyde Park. So much. I'm always shocked to think back to the Rolling Stone UK cover. I still have it pinned on my Instagram because it is my pride and joy. It's a constant reminder every time I see it that so much has happened, obviously my first festival season has started. It's been wonderful. [I'm] going through a lot of firsts, which has been nice and have just released an EP as well, which is great. I think you're always writing for new music as an artist as well, so we're also looking towards the future and, very soon, new projects will be in the world. There is potentially a larger project in the works. I cannot confirm or deny at this current stage, but, yes, new music, nonetheless, is being written as we speak. (At this point in the interview we both apologise for the rain, as if it is either of our faults.) Yeah, it's quite a big stage… It's great, right? It is such a dream. We were just soundtracking earlier today. It's a wonderful stage. I was just thinking when I was getting ready just now, like it's so rare to have such an intimate artist area bit behind the stage and it's all women, and it's all like super talented, girl bosses, we are absolutely killing it in their sort of pop space. What a privilege and what a joy to sort of share this day with them, despite the rain. I think if there's people to kill it in the rain, it would surely be a bunch of girlie pops. That's hard! Theres so many. Oh, you know what? I'm actually going to go with my OG. I got into Sabrina in the 'Nonsense' era. I just remember hearing 'Nonsense' and 'Feather' for the first time, and I was like, oh my God, she's just like transformed. It was like the music was immediately so captivating and had such an identity. I'm such a visual artist and I think the visual, for me, was so strong. I still look back at that whole album [Emails I Can't Send] like, ooh, it's so beautiful, it's so tight. Everything's just wonderful. So, I'm going to go with 'Nonsense'. Oh, this is also so difficult. I'm trying to think about like, what's come up out. Anything Addison [Rae]. I was literally just listening to her. I'm going to have to give it to 'Diet Pepsi' or what's the other one I really love? Honestly, like that whole album, gorgeous. Elvira [Anderfjärd], Luca [Kloser] and Addison, you have just absolutely smashed it out of the park. It's some proper magic I feel. Absolute magic, and then again, the visual is so beautiful. It's translated to live perfectly as well. I love to see it. A Modern Romance summer? I don't know, you know, it's funny because I feel like she's been out for ages, but then also she's not been out like two seconds as well. I think I'm still living her and I'm still trying to see what she means. I know what she means to me, but I don't know what she means to people yet, and I still am excited for people to explore and find her. But so far, it's having a lot of fun, but also, taking time for yourself. Good breaks, make sure you book a holiday, take that annual leave, sweetie. We love an early night in bed with the cats early and just watching a good movie or Overcompensating. You can read Chloe Qisha's full Rolling Stone UK Future of Music cover story here.
The Irish Sun
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘Beware' – Festival bosses issue urgent warning to thousands ahead of sold out gig as new acts announced
FESTIVAL bosses have issued an urgent warning to thousands of music lovers ahead of this year's sold out All Together Now. The huge three-day event is returning to Curraghmore Estate in Co Advertisement 3 All Together Now is returning to Curraghmore Estate in Co Waterford this August Bank Holiday weekend Credit: Instagram 3 Many huge acts are set to perform across the weekend 3 Bosses have issued an urgent warning to festivalgoers Credit: Instagram Ahead of the event, organisers are urging fans to avoid falling for fake ticket sellers, plan They've stressed that the In a statement, bosses said: "Once again, we strongly urge all festivalgoers to be cautious and avoid scams of counterfeit or unofficial tickets being sold online." The warning comes as excitement builds with this year's All Together Now set to be the biggest and best yet. Advertisement READ MORE ON FESTIVALS An extra 50 acts have just been added to the lineup, including major names like Primal Scream, The Voidz and The Boomtown Rats. Organisers have also revealed a fresh wave of rising talent including Biird, Funk Assault, Georiga Morgana, and Metador. And returning this year is the fan-favourite Brunch on the Bandstand - and it's going to be bigger than ever. The surprise guests for the popular stand will be revealed "very soon". Advertisement most read in the irish sun Due to the incredible demand last year, they are also expanding their delightful afternoon offering with a new feature called Talks in the Tent. Comedy fans are in for a treat too, with Kneecap perform surprise gig in London hours after rapper Liam O'Hanna, 27, charged with terror offence The iconic Afterburner stage, the festival's fire-breathing centrepiece, is also back and bringing a full 360 degree sensory experience that organisers promise is "unlike anything else". This year will also see the launch of Flourish, a brand new stage created in partnership with IMRO to shine a spotlight on some of the best new music, emerging voices and many Irish debut acts. Advertisement As part of the Perform Together Now initiative, ten up-and-coming artists have been selected from over 1,000 applicants to perform over the weekend. FESTIVAL FUN Some of the fresh faces announced include Chloe Qisha, Martin Luke Brown, Radio Free Alice and Heartworms. And to make getting there easier, Bus Eireann and Expressway is running return services from Already included in the major lineup across the weekend is noughties icon Nelly Furtado, who is sure to excite fans with her hits, I'm Like a Bird, Promiscuous, and Maneater. Advertisement Additionally, Irish dance musicians Le Boom, Cork-born singer Darren Kiely, Connemara's Maria Sommerville, and New York R&B band Infinity Song are some of the other artists added to the mix. Previously announced acts include, Dublin-based Fontaines D.C., Dunboyne's own CMAT, and 2024 Mercury Prize winners English Teacher. Also playing across the weekend are Wet Leg, Bicep, John Grant and Gurriers.
Independent Singapore
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Independent Singapore
Malaysia's breakout pop star Chloe Qisha is making waves across Europe
MALAYSIA: Malaysian-born pop star Chloe Qisha, might just be the next 'it' girl, according to Malay Mail. She's currently causing a stir on the global stage. It's been less than a year since she first burst onto the scene last July, but this London artist is already turning heads with her captivating music and the way she carries herself. She's been gracing magazine covers and just wrapped up her very first tour across Europe. Interestingly, despite all the buzz she's creating in London, Bandwagon reports that this 26-year-old artist actually started out in Kuala Lumpur. She spent her childhood in Malaysia before heading to the UK to finish her A-Levels. Self-taught pianist and guitarist Since she was sixteen, the self-taught pianist and guitarist, who aspires to become a therapist, has been sharing cover songs on her SoundCloud and YouTube accounts. It sounds like her path to stardom really took off during her third year of studies when a talent scout – an Artist and Repertoire agent from a record label – reached out after seeing her cover videos. Rolling Stone UK noted that it was a year-long process of back-to-back meetings. Chloe then met UK-based producer Rob Milton. This agent is known for working with some pretty big names in the UK music scene, including Holly Humberstone and even The 1975, the group that was banned in Malaysia. Chloe found that connecting with Milton was just what she needed, and the two of them collaborated extensively, co-writing and producing a number of Chloe's songs. It seems like her big break came after she steadily released three singles following her debut last July, culminating in a self-titled EP in November last year. Four-star review And it's not just fans who love her music! NME, a pretty well-known music magazine, gave her Chloe Qisha EP a fantastic four-star review, calling it pure pop with lyrics that are both soulful and clever. Adding to her growing success, her track I Lied, I'm Sorry really hit big time internationally not long after her EP was released. What's really interesting is that her rise might have been significantly helped by a pretty major event: Kelly Clarkson, the American Idol superstar, covered one of her tracks during her Kellyoke Cover on her show. Adding to all the excitement, Chloe recently took to Instagram to share how thrilled she was to be named one of Spotify's Artists to Watch for 2025, especially since her single I Lied, I'm Sorry has been included on one of the platform's official playlists. She even mentioned in her post that it's been a 'wild ride' with that track and her absolute favourite to perform live. Speaking of recognition, she's also been featured on the covers of some pretty major magazines, including Rolling Stone UK and NME , as well as in Elle and Augustman . And it's not just magazine covers – Chloe has been playing a bunch of shows, including her debut performance at the Bermondsey Social Club in London last October, which was a total sell-out, and two of her most recent shows back in March were also completely packed. Her second EP is scheduled for release on May 15. What's even more exciting is that Chloe has been dropping some new tracks – Modern Romance, Sex, Drugs & Existential Dread, and 21st Century Cool Girl – which seem to be building anticipation for her next EP. First European tour Chloe's music is going global! Starting Oct 5, she'll be taking her show on the road for her first European tour, with stops planned in Belgium, the UK, France, and the Netherlands. For those who would like to see her sooner, Chloe is also scheduled to perform at this year's Bergenfest 2025 in Norway and the UK's The Great Escape music festival on May 15. If you're still not sure how Chloe Qisha sounds, imagine an edgier Olivia Rodrigo with a funky pop sound from the 1980s and a vocal style that sounds a little bit like Katy Perry's. Definitely make time to listen to Chloe Qisha's EP, and her music videos offer another great way to experience her artistry.
Hype Malaysia
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Chloe Qisha: 6 Fun Facts About Malaysian-Born 'It Girl' Recognised By Kelly Clarkson & Chris Martin
There are only a handful of Malaysian-born stars who have achieved global recognition. Some migrated to other parts of the world to launch their careers, while others set their sights on even bigger ambitions after finding success in their home country. One artist who's been making waves lately is Chloe Qisha, born and raised in Kuala Lumpur before moving to the UK to pursue her A-Levels. At just 26, she's already been dubbed the next 'It Girl,' having achieved major career milestones less than a year after her debut in 2024. Let's take a closer look at this rising star: 1. She's a self-taught musician Learning to play an instrument is challenging enough, but teaching yourself is truly impressive. Chloe Qisha did just that, teaching herself to play both the piano and guitar. In an interview with Bandwagon, she shared that since the age of 16, she has been sharing song covers on SoundCloud and YouTube, where her talent eventually caught the attention of an Artist and Repertoire (A&R) agent from a record label. The agent later reached out to discuss the possibility of signing her as a recording artist. 2. Kelly Clarkson covered one of her songs If your song has been covered by an icon in the music industry, it's safe to say you've made it. Just a few months after the release of her self-titled EP, Chloe Qisha's track 'I Lied, I'm Sorry' became a hit and was even covered by the original American Idol herself, Kelly Clarkson, during a performance on her talk show. 3. Her music helped Coldplay Frontman Chris Martin through depression Being a renowned artist and touring the world can be thrilling, but it can also take a mental toll. During their stop in Hong Kong, Coldplay's lead vocalist, Chris Martin, sat down with fans to discuss some of the practices that have helped him improve his mental health, one of which was listening to Chloe Qisha's music. 'There's a new artist called Chloe Qisha, and her music is making me happy,' he said in the band's TikTok post. Since then, Coldplay fans have gone to check out the KL-born singer who has indirectly helped their favourite artist with his depression. 4. She's the first Malaysian artist to be on the cover of Rolling Stone UK Chloe has been featured in several acclaimed publications, including NME, Elle, and Augustman. Notably, she made history as the first Malaysian-born artist to appear on the cover of Rolling Stone UK earlier in March for their 'Future of Music' series, a major milestone in her career and a proud moment for her fans back home. 5. She was interviewed on BBC Radio 1 It's no easy feat to be interviewed on a national radio station, but Chloe Qisha earned her place when she was invited as a guest on BBC Radio 1. Before the interview, she was given a tour of the station, then sat down to share her journey and the inspiration behind her upcoming EP, which takes a lot of 80s music inspiration. 6. She'll be embarking on her first tour around Europe Chloe Qisha is likely the only Malaysian-born artist to have reached such a milestone. She held several sold-out shows across the UK when she first emerged on the scene, and now, she's set to take things to the next level with a European tour kicking off this October. According to her recent Instagram updates, her show at London's Village Underground has already sold out. 'Speechless!!! And I CANNOT WAIT to play Village Underground and see everyone! We're gonna have the best time xxxxx,' she wrote in the caption.
Malay Mail
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
Meet Chloe Qisha, the Malaysia-born singer rising fast with viral songs, magazine covers and sold-out shows in Europe (VIDEO)
KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 — She might just be the next 'it' girl — meet the Malaysian-born pop star Chloe Qisha, who is currently making waves on the international scene. The London-based artiste has been gaining attention with her alluring sounds and demeanour, from appearing on the cover of magazines to going on her first European tour — and all of this happened less than a year after her debut back in July 2024. So, who exactly is Chloe Qisha? Chloe, 26, was born and raised in Kuala Lumpur, according to Bandwagon, and she moved to the UK to finish her A-Levels. The aspiring therapist, who taught herself to play the piano and guitar, had been posting cover songs on her SoundCloud and YouTube since she was 16 years old. However, her journey to stardom really began during the third year of her studies, when she was contacted by an Artist and Repertoire agent from a label who saw her cover videos. This led to what Rolling Stone UK described as 'a circuit of meetings' that went on for a year. She eventually met UK-based producer Rob Milton, who has worked with some of the UK's top artists, including Holly Humberstone and the now-banned-in-Malaysia band The 1975. The link-up with Milton turned out to be just what Chloe needed, and they went on to work closely together, producing and co-writing several of Chloe's tracks. Rocketing to fame After gradually releasing three singles since her July debut and a self-titled EP in November last year, Chloe made her breakthrough. Her Chloe Qisha EP was well received, and it even got a four out of five stars review by NME, who described the extended play as intelligent, soulful lyricism and pure pop. A couple of months after her EP release, one of her hit singles, I Lied, I'm Sorry, gained new listeners from the other side of the world — thanks to US singer and American Idol winner Kelly Clarkson, who covered the song during her 'Kellyoke Cover' segment on The Kelly Clarkson Show. Chloe recently shared her excitement on Instagram after being named one of Spotify's Artists to Watch 2025, celebrating the inclusion of her single I Lied, I'm Sorry on the platform's curated playlist. 'It's been a wild ride with that track! (And my favourite to play live!),' she wrote on a post on Instagram. She also appeared on the cover of several acclaimed magazines, including Rolling Stone UK and NME and was featured in Elle and Augustman. She has played a slew of sold-out shows, including her debut performance at Bermondsey Social Club in London last October, while two of her most recent shows in March also sold out. Next chapter: New EP and first European tour She is currently preparing for the release of her second EP, set to drop on May 15. In the lead-up to her upcoming EP, Chloe has released several new singles including 21st Century Cool Girl, Sex, Drugs & Existential Dread and Modern Romance. She is also set to go on her first ever European tour starting this October 5, where she will be performing in several countries including Belgium, UK, France and Netherlands. For those looking to catch her sooner, Chloe is also set to make an appearance at the UK's The Great Escape music festival this May 15 and is on the lineup for this year's Bergenfest 2025 in Norway. New to Chloe Qisha? Here's where to begin If you're still unsure about the sounds of Chloe Qisha, try to picture an edgier Olivia Rodrigo with a hint of Katy Perry's vocal style and an 80s-infused groovy pop sound. The Chloe Qisha EP is definitely a must-listen, and don't forget to check out some of her music videos too. Check out some highlights from her discography:
