Dessa (Filipino Singer)
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Dessa, the long recognized “Divette” in Philippine Music Industry, the petite diva
who made a remarkable performance that made her a “star” as she bagged the 1993 Federation Internationale Def Organisation de Festival (FIDOF) award, held in Russia
. A prestigious award giving body that accredits outstanding talented young artists which represents an international confirmation honoring their excellence. The advocate of the Filipino artists in international singing competition, she has nevertheless earned recognition as she makes her countrymen proud by bringing more international awards such as, the SAGA YOSHINOGARI FESTA’98, Asia Music Festival held in Saga, Japan, and winning the “Best Interpreter Award” in the 1999 ASIA SONG FESTIVAL in Malaysia. The powerful voice that often echoes in concert venues, studios, lounges and in most places where music aficionados gather, has also put her to the title of “The Front-Act Queen” where performances from International Artists like Patti Austin
, Color Me Badd
, Mike Francis
, Denise Williams, David Benoit
, Richard Elliot
, Bryan Adams
, Lisa Stansfield
, CeCe Peniston
, has been graced by this young diva. The open admiration for Dessa has not denied the fact that she captured the attention of these musical icons of her singing prowess, as Patti Austin quoted after hearing her sang in her concert “I should be the one singing front act for her”. Aside from her regular performances and special invitation for corporate events, she has also invaded theater as she performs in numerous musical acts such as the Valentine Musicale entitled “Something Stupid Called Love” held at the Cultural Center of the Philippines
. Dessa also performed the Philippine National Anthem in the recently held Manny Pacquiao
vs. Hector Velazquez
fight at the 19,000 crowd capacity Staples Center
in Los Angeles, California
. Dessa has continuously making waves with her local achievements. With her capability to carry out diversified music in her unique and notable interpretation, no doubt that mounting a full performance would be that easy. As she started at a young age, she has reaped the fruit of her patience and love for her craft to stand out and create a name that she would be known for. This young achiever has never stopped exploring her talents, true to her vision, every day is a challenge and each opportunity deserves the greatest devotion.
“Pag Ang Puso Ang Nagsabi”
(Duet with Reuben Laurente of The Company)
“Heartbreaker”
Premium Label / Star Records
“The Prayer” (duet)
ABS-CBN
/ MCA Universal
“Friends” (duet)
“Bring Back The Times”
“Hold On”
Polycosmic Records
Vicor Records
Vicor Records
Diva
A diva is a celebrated female singer. The term is used to describe a woman of outstanding talent in the world of opera, and, by extension, in theatre, cinema and popular music. The meaning of diva is closely related to that of "prima donna"....
who made a remarkable performance that made her a “star” as she bagged the 1993 Federation Internationale Def Organisation de Festival (FIDOF) award, held in Russia
Russia
Russia or , officially known as both Russia and the Russian Federation , is a country in northern Eurasia. It is a federal semi-presidential republic, comprising 83 federal subjects...
. A prestigious award giving body that accredits outstanding talented young artists which represents an international confirmation honoring their excellence. The advocate of the Filipino artists in international singing competition, she has nevertheless earned recognition as she makes her countrymen proud by bringing more international awards such as, the SAGA YOSHINOGARI FESTA’98, Asia Music Festival held in Saga, Japan, and winning the “Best Interpreter Award” in the 1999 ASIA SONG FESTIVAL in Malaysia. The powerful voice that often echoes in concert venues, studios, lounges and in most places where music aficionados gather, has also put her to the title of “The Front-Act Queen” where performances from International Artists like Patti Austin
Patti Austin
-Life and career:Austin was born in Harlem, New York. She made her debut at the Apollo Theater at age four and had a contract with RCA Records when she was only five. Quincy Jones and Dinah Washington have proclaimed themselves as her godparents....
, Color Me Badd
Color Me Badd
Color Me Badd was an R&B vocal group that was formed in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, U.S. The original members of the group were Bryan Abrams ; Mark Calderon ; Sam Watters and Kevin Thornton...
, Mike Francis
Mike Francis (musician)
Michele Francesco Puccioni , better known under his stage name Mike Francis, was an Italian singer and composer, born in Florence. He was best known for his 1982 hit, "Survivor".-History:...
, Denise Williams, David Benoit
David Benoit
David Benoit, is an American jazz fusion/smooth jazz pianist, composer and producer from Los Angeles, California. He has been nominated for five Grammy Awards...
, Richard Elliot
Richard Elliot
Richard Elliot is a Scottish-born saxophone player.He was a member of the funk band Tower of Power playing tenor sax for 5 years during the 1980s. He also worked on Stacy Lattisaw's 1986 album "Take Me All The Way". His solo career took off when he remade the Percy Sledge classic "When a Man...
, Bryan Adams
Bryan Adams
Bryan Adams, is a Canadian rock singer-songwriter, guitarist, bassist, producer, actor and photographer. Adams has won dozens of awards and nominations, including 20 Juno Awards among 56 nominations. He has also received 15 Grammy Award nominations including a win for Best Song Written...
, Lisa Stansfield
Lisa Stansfield
Lisa Stansfield is an English singer and songwriter.-Early years:Stansfield was born to Marion and Keith Stansfield in Heywood, Lancashire, in England, where she attended Redbrook School, Rochdale. Her first television appearance was on a talent programme in the Granada TV area in 1982...
, CeCe Peniston
CeCe Peniston
CeCe Peniston is an African American recording artist and former beauty queen. At the beginning of the nineties, she was considered to be one of the most successful dance club artists in the history of the U.S...
, has been graced by this young diva. The open admiration for Dessa has not denied the fact that she captured the attention of these musical icons of her singing prowess, as Patti Austin quoted after hearing her sang in her concert “I should be the one singing front act for her”. Aside from her regular performances and special invitation for corporate events, she has also invaded theater as she performs in numerous musical acts such as the Valentine Musicale entitled “Something Stupid Called Love” held at the Cultural Center of the Philippines
Cultural Center of the Philippines
The Cultural Center of the Philippines is a government-owned and controlled corporation established to preserve, develop and promote arts and culture in the Philippines. The CCP was established through Executive Order No. 30 s. 1966 by President Ferdinand Marcos...
. Dessa also performed the Philippine National Anthem in the recently held Manny Pacquiao
Manny Pacquiao
Emmanuel "Manny" Dapidran Pacquiao, PLH is a Filipino professional boxer and politician. He is the first eight-division world champion; having won six world titles, as well as the first to win the lineal championship in four different weight classes. He was named "Fighter of the Decade" for the...
vs. Hector Velazquez
Héctor Velázquez
Héctor Velázquez , is a Mexican boxer. He fights in the featherweight division.-Career:Velázquez began his professional career on 16 December 1993, beating fellow debutant José Guardado.-External links:...
fight at the 19,000 crowd capacity Staples Center
Staples Center
Staples Center is a multi-purpose sports arena in Downtown Los Angeles. Adjacent to the L.A. Live development, it is located next to the Los Angeles Convention Center complex along Figueroa Street. Opening on October 17, 1999, it is one of the major sporting facilities in the Greater Los Angeles...
in Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles , with a population at the 2010 United States Census of 3,792,621, is the most populous city in California, USA and the second most populous in the United States, after New York City. It has an area of , and is located in Southern California...
. Dessa has continuously making waves with her local achievements. With her capability to carry out diversified music in her unique and notable interpretation, no doubt that mounting a full performance would be that easy. As she started at a young age, she has reaped the fruit of her patience and love for her craft to stand out and create a name that she would be known for. This young achiever has never stopped exploring her talents, true to her vision, every day is a challenge and each opportunity deserves the greatest devotion.
- 2003 : METROPOP SONG FESTIVAL
“Pag Ang Puso Ang Nagsabi”
(Duet with Reuben Laurente of The Company)
- 2001 : RESPECT… DESSA
“Heartbreaker”
Premium Label / Star Records
Star Records
Star Records, referring loosely to two companies, Star Recording and Star Songs Music Publishing, is an ABS-CBN Entertainment Group company whose main lines of business include: producing, developing and distributing audio and video content; music publishing; events production and music artists...
- 2000 : MARTIN LIVE ALBUM
“The Prayer” (duet)
ABS-CBN
ABS-CBN
ABS–CBN Corporation is a Philippine-based media conglomerate. It is the Philippines' largest media and entertainment conglomerate. The corporation was the merger of Alto Broadcasting System which at that time owned by James Lindenberg and Antonio Quirino, and the Chronicle Broadcasting Network ...
/ MCA Universal
- 1999 : METROPOP SONG FESTIVAL
“Friends” (duet)
“Bring Back The Times”
- 1998 : NONOY ZUNIGA (The Duet Album)
“Hold On”
Polycosmic Records
- 1994 : GONNA MAKE YOUR DAY TONIGHT
Vicor Records
- 1992 : DESSA ISANG NAGMAMAHAL ALBUM
Vicor Records