Julian Perretta
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Julian Remo Perretta is an English
singer-songwriter
, best known for his song, "Wonder Why".
in London, which he left after a year to pursue a career as a songwriter. He currently lives in Paris.
In May 2008, he joined producer Mark Ronson
on a European tour, singing the Smiths
' song, "Stop Me". In November 2009, Beyoncé invited Perretta to be special guest on her "I Am" UK Arena Tour.
In 2010, Universal Music Group
, signed Perretta. Perretta is managed by television producer Serge Khalifa of Best Effort Music and Simon Fuller
of 19 Entertainment in America. In October 2010 the singer performed on French television shows, Le Grand Journal and Taratata.
Though British, the singer found first success outside of the UK, especially in France, The Netherlands and Germany.
The first single from the album, "Wonder Why" topped radio airplay and iTunes charts around Europe, reaching platinum status. The album, Stitch Me Up was released on 27 September 2010 and received positive reviews from critics. Virgin radio and blogger Perez Hilton named it, 'The male Pop album of the year.'
In March and April 2011, Perretta toured Europe, playing a total of 54 shows.
In October 2011 Universal released a deluxe edition of the album 'Stitch Me Up' as a Christmas re edition. It contained 7 new tracks including acoustic versions and behind the scenes videos of the singer on tour.
A promotional video for Perretta's 4th single 'Ride My Star' was released online on October 19th 2011.
English people
The English are a nation and ethnic group native to England, who speak English. The English identity is of early mediaeval origin, when they were known in Old English as the Anglecynn. England is now a country of the United Kingdom, and the majority of English people in England are British Citizens...
singer-songwriter
Singer-songwriter
Singer-songwriters are musicians who write, compose and sing their own musical material including lyrics and melodies. As opposed to contemporary popular music singers who write their own songs, the term singer-songwriter describes a distinct form of artistry, closely associated with the...
, best known for his song, "Wonder Why".
Personal life
Perretta was born in London to an Italian father and Irish mother. Perretta left school at 16 after gaining a scholarship for Royal Academy of Dramatic ArtRoyal Academy of Dramatic Art
The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art is a drama school located in London, United Kingdom. It is generally regarded as one of the most renowned drama schools in the world, and is one of the oldest drama schools in the United Kingdom, having been founded in 1904.RADA is an affiliate school of the...
in London, which he left after a year to pursue a career as a songwriter. He currently lives in Paris.
Music career
Shortly after leaving school, he met the members of the band Jamiroquai and began working on demos.In May 2008, he joined producer Mark Ronson
Mark Ronson
Mark Daniel Ronson is an English DJ, guitarist, music producer, artist and co-founder of Allido Records. He currently works with his band under the music alias of Mark Ronson & The Business Intl....
on a European tour, singing the Smiths
The Smiths
The Smiths were an English alternative rock band, formed in Manchester in 1982. Based on the song writing partnership of Morrissey and Johnny Marr , the band also included Andy Rourke and Mike Joyce...
' song, "Stop Me". In November 2009, Beyoncé invited Perretta to be special guest on her "I Am" UK Arena Tour.
In 2010, Universal Music Group
Universal Music Group
Universal Music Group is an American music group, the largest of the "big four" record companies by its commanding market share and its multitude of global operations...
, signed Perretta. Perretta is managed by television producer Serge Khalifa of Best Effort Music and Simon Fuller
Simon Fuller
Simon Fuller is a British artist manager, television producer and creator of the Idol franchise, first seen as Pop Idol in the UK. Fuller is also the co-creator and executive producer of the Fox TV reality show So You Think You Can Dance and other U.S...
of 19 Entertainment in America. In October 2010 the singer performed on French television shows, Le Grand Journal and Taratata.
Though British, the singer found first success outside of the UK, especially in France, The Netherlands and Germany.
The first single from the album, "Wonder Why" topped radio airplay and iTunes charts around Europe, reaching platinum status. The album, Stitch Me Up was released on 27 September 2010 and received positive reviews from critics. Virgin radio and blogger Perez Hilton named it, 'The male Pop album of the year.'
In March and April 2011, Perretta toured Europe, playing a total of 54 shows.
In October 2011 Universal released a deluxe edition of the album 'Stitch Me Up' as a Christmas re edition. It contained 7 new tracks including acoustic versions and behind the scenes videos of the singer on tour.
A promotional video for Perretta's 4th single 'Ride My Star' was released online on October 19th 2011.
Music videos
| Year | Single | Director |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | "Wonder Why" | David Yarvoroski |
| 2010 | "Stitch Me Up" | JCT |
| 2011 | "If I Ever Feel Better" | David Yarvoroski |
Studio albums
| Title | Album details | Peak chart positions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BE- WAL Ultratop Ultratop is an organization which generates and publishes the official record charts in Belgium, and it is also the name of most of those charts... |
FRA Syndicat National de l'Edition Phonographique The Syndicat national de l'édition phonographique is the inter-professional organization which protects the interests of the French record industry... |
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| Stitch Me Up |
|
6 | 3 |
Singles
| Single | Year | Peak chart positions | Album | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BE- VLG Ultratop Ultratop is an organization which generates and publishes the official record charts in Belgium, and it is also the name of most of those charts... |
BE- WAL Ultratop Ultratop is an organization which generates and publishes the official record charts in Belgium, and it is also the name of most of those charts... |
FRA Syndicat National de l'Edition Phonographique The Syndicat national de l'édition phonographique is the inter-professional organization which protects the interests of the French record industry... |
NL |
SWI Swiss Music Charts The Swiss Music Charts are Switzerland's main music sales charts. The charts are a record of the highest-selling singles and albums in various genres in Switzerland.The Swiss Charts include:* Singles Top 75... |
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| "Wonder Why" | 2010 | 2 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 6 | Stitch Me Up |
| "Stitch Me Up" | — | 6 | 11 | — | — | ||
| "—" denotes releases that did not chart. | |||||||