Release: Just Hold Me (Single) Ash Howes Remix It was this new hit single which gained over 5.5 million hits on You Tube and catapulted Maria in to the International spotlight. This heartfelt and powerful song was originally taken from her critically acclaimed album ‘Apparently Unaffected’ which gained numerous Platinum and Gold sales worldwide. The track is now included on the UK release of Maria’s new album ‘Cause And Effect’ due for release in late August. At just 23 years old Maria writes all her own tracks which are well-known for their raw emotion and honesty, containing unique melodies and powerful lyrics about her life, experiences and issues she has overcome. With the help of acclaimed remixer Ash Howes (Jools Holland, Kylie Minogue, Nell Bryden, MiniViva) this track is Maria at her best, containing a strong, infectious melody, with powerful vocals and thought provoking lyrics; Maria sings from the heart about the emptiness of a relationship, and the wanting to be reassured. From signing her first record deal at the age of 14, earning her first platinum record by 15 and gaining a wealth of awards through the years including a Grammy for Best Female Artist and 2009 Norwegian Music Awards – Best Female Maria’s success story just keeps on growing. For her first UK performance Maria is excited to have been handpicked to support the legendary STEVIE WONDER at his 60th birthday celebration (June 26th) in London’s Hyde Park! Maria will perform in front of a 40,000 strong crowd alongside top acts Jamiroquai, Corinne Bailey Rae and James Morrison. “I am honoured in particular to be invited to perform on the same stage as Stevie Wonder. It doesn’t get much better than that!” Maria Mena. With the upcoming release of ‘Just Hold Me’ (Germany # 14, Holland #7, Switzerland #5, Austria #4, Norway #2) - and her fantastic album ‘Cause and Effect’ prepare to hear a lot more from this extraordinarily talented lady. www.mariamenauk.com |
Release: ‘Cause And Effect’ (Album) Coming from a musical background with her father already playing in bands in Oslo, Maria asked her dad to preview her first demo – this led to securing her first record deal with Sony Music at the innocent age of 14. Mena then released her first two singles and debut album by the age of 15, and promptly earned her first platinum record. Applying her unusual and beautiful vocal skills to her raw and honest lyrics, this album is sure to put Maria firmly on the UK map. In such a short amount of time this 23 year old singer already has a wealth of experience and awards under her belt, including an appearance on the David Letterman show, winning a Grammy for Best Female Artist, a 2009 EMA nomination for Best Scandinavian Artist, winning 2009 German ECHO Best International Female and 2009 Norwegian Music Awards Best Female Artist. Her huge fan-base just keeps on growing! Containing strong melodies packed with impressive and exciting pitch exploration, this album is something to get excited about. The album’s stand-out tracks include the fast paced catchy beats of ‘Belly Up’, alongside the calmer contemplations of ‘I’m On Your Side’. Cause And Effect – Norway (Platinum), Germany (Platinum), Netherlands (GOLD), Switzerland (GOLD), Austria (GOLD) still on the charts and selling in Austria, Poland, Finland, Italy and Greece. www.mariamenauk.com |