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"Chinese Adele" Liu Sihan Issued First Album Je T'Embrasse

Born with a magnetic and deep voice, Liu Sihan, a new star of Seed Music, who was praised by the international singing queen Coco Li as having an angelic voice, issued her first album Je T'Embrasse in both mainland China and Taiwan on October 9th. Since making her debut, Liu Sihan has won high recognition with her magnetic and deep voice, which is quite rare among Chinese pop singers. Her first album Je T'Embrasse was produced by Penny Tai, a versatile singer and music writer. Tai wrote both the music and the lyrics for the album tailored to Liu's style. Recently, Liu has become the focus of attention of foreign media, as she has a similar voice to Adele, for which she is called "Chinese Adele". Xiaoming Huang, the most renowned young male actor in mainland China and the best-looking judge in Chinese singing contests, gave her a big hug in an event which both of them attended. This made Liu so happy that she called it "the best gift" for her new album.

New album Je T'Embrasse was produced by singer & song writer Penny Tai; famous mainland actor Xiaoming Huang gave a hug as gift

24-year-old Liu Sihan released her first album Je T'Embrasse on October 9th with her special French chanson style voice. The producer of the album is Penny Tai, a versatile singer and song writer from Malaysia. "Sihan's album is like my own baby, " said Penny. "Because it's the first time for me to be the full producer for other's album, I'm so excited and expect it to be successful!" Penny not only produced the entire album, but also wrote the music and lyrics, the first time for her to do so for another singer, and she sang a song together with Liu. The songs in the album are of various styles, including the Gothic rock Survivor, the sensational love song Je T'Embrasse, the quiet song Listeners, the jazz blues Bet, the electronic song Stereo, and the antiphonal song Hint sung together with Liu's good friend YijiaZeng. The songs cover a wide range of styles, and the depth of emotion is also different. Tai and Liu have for the first time sung a relaxing song together, which is called Up to Me. "Sihan's voice can reach two extremes, which is fun, " said Tai, "So I'd like to explore all possibilities and find the different levels between the two extremes, so that the audience can feel the attitude of her voice by listening to her songs." Liu was known for her performance in Chinese Idol. Her voice left very deep impression on Xiaoming Huang, the "best-looking" judge as commented by Chinese media. In addition to the promise that he will buy her future albums, Huang also selected Liu, together with several other outstanding participants of the Chinese idol, to perform together with him in an activity, showing great care to Liu. After the release of the album, Liu met Huang in an event. Liu, who hadn't had many opportunities to speak to Huang, shared her joy with her idol. She joked with Huang, saying, "Xiaoming, my new album is named Je T'Embrasse. Would you allow me to hug you as an encouragement?" It was out of Liu's expectation that Huang said yes without hesitation. This surprised Liu and made her shy. She exclaimed, "This has been the best gift for me. Hugging the Golden Rooster Award winner would bring me good luck. I expect my album to sell well!"

Praised by international singing queen Coco Li as having "angelic voice"- "I would buy her album once it is issued"

To chase the singing dream, Liu Sihan gave up the opportunity to study in France. She participated in the Blossoming Flowers show held by Qinghai TV, and became one of the national Top 4. Because of her special voice, she won a contract with the Seed Music of Taiwan. In 2013, she participated in the Chinese Idol show held by Dragon TV. Her first performance was a surprise. The classic French song La Vie En Rose, as sung by her without accompaniment, won compliments from the judges. Liu has a similar voice to Adele, which is magnetic. She sings with her heart. The husky voice at the climax, which is like crying, pierces into people's heart. Liu and Adele both sing with their soul. Instead of shining appearance and manipulated media exposure, they touch people's heart with pure voice and true feelings, making people immerse in their songs. Coco, one of the judges of Chinese Idol and the only Chinese singer who sang in the award ceremony of the Academy Award, praised Liu's voice as "angelic". She did not hide her admiration for Liu, saying that she would by Liu's album as she is a real singer.

"Chinese Adele" with magnetic voice of French chanson style

With her special and magnetic voice, Liu Sihan was called the "Chinese Adele" in a press release on Reuters' website. She is really the most eye-catching new star of the year with amazing strength! Majoring in French, Liu won the judges' applause with a classic French song La Vie En Rose in the audition, but she failed to become one of the top 12. However, she caught the attention of Seed Music, which signed and issued an album for her. The hot talent show in mainland China has caught the attention of foreign media. The press release appearing on Reuters about Liu has triggered hot discussions at home and abroad. The release said The Voice of China and Chinese Idol are two popular TV shows derived from similar singing contests in Europe and the U.S.; but it's also because of this that the shows become the focus of attention, and some speculate that the sponsors manipulated the scores and rankings to stir controversy and increase viewership. The release commented on Liu Sihan's case, saying that she did not enter the final round but was successfully signed as a professional singer and became a new star with remarkable strength. The release called her "Chinese Adele"! This was great encouragement for Liu's new album, and proves that one can be successful by relying on one's own strength! "Adele is my idol, " Liu said happily, "I often sing her songs to hone my singing skills! I'm flattered by the title media gave to me, and I will work harder!"



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