Dina Hayek
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Dina Hayek is a popular Lebanese
singer. She gained popularity by the release of her second album, Katabtillak. Her father is Lebanese and her mother is Syrian.
Music Master International, and included the single
by the same name which was backed by Egyptian music channel Melody TV.
Hayek's commercial breakthrough came when she signed a contract with the Saudi Arabia
n record label Rotana
. Her second album, titled Katabtillak, was released in 2005. It was a commercial success, and included the singles, "Katabtillak" and "Dark el-Hawa'a".
Dina Hayek's third album, Ta'ala Albi was released in 2006. It included the single by the same name.
Hayek has admitted that some Rotana artists, such as singer Elissa
, get more attention from the record company executives than the rest. She was also disappointed with the promotional efforts made for Ta'ala Albi, and the low sales figures - compared to Katabtillak - in both Egypt and the Gulf region. She also showed disappointment in Rotana for claiming that they were not able to secure her a performance at the 2007 Hala Febrayer Festival in Kuwait, and later that year she eventually resigned from her contract with Rotana. She is currently working on new material with the support from Melody TV.
An active singer, Hayek has given a number concerts and festivals in Lebanon
, Egypt
and the Gulf region. Her voice got the attention of Syrian popular singer, George Wassouf
with whom she performed in many concerts. She has also worked with Melhem Barakat
in a few concerts.
Lebanese people
The Lebanese people are a nation and ethnic group of Levantine people originating in what is today the country of Lebanon, including those who had inhabited Mount Lebanon prior to the creation of the modern Lebanese state....
singer. She gained popularity by the release of her second album, Katabtillak. Her father is Lebanese and her mother is Syrian.
Career
Hayek started her career year 1999 as a solo artist, after being discovered by composer George Mardorzian. She studied music at Kaslik University, before taking private courses for 3 years with Fouad Houad and two years Rafik Houbaika, both Lebanese musicians. Her debut album, Sehir Al Gharam was released in 2003 on the record labelRecord label
In the music industry, a record label is a brand and a trademark associated with the marketing of music recordings and music videos. Most commonly, a record label is the company that manages such brands and trademarks, coordinates the production, manufacture, distribution, marketing and promotion,...
Music Master International, and included the single
Single (music)
In music, a single or record single is a type of release, typically a recording of fewer tracks than an LP or a CD. This can be released for sale to the public in a variety of different formats. In most cases, the single is a song that is released separately from an album, but it can still appear...
by the same name which was backed by Egyptian music channel Melody TV.
Hayek's commercial breakthrough came when she signed a contract with the Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia , commonly known in British English as Saudi Arabia and in Arabic as as-Sa‘ūdiyyah , is the largest state in Western Asia by land area, constituting the bulk of the Arabian Peninsula, and the second-largest in the Arab World...
n record label Rotana
Rotana Records
Rotana Records is the Arab World's largest record label. It is owned by the Rotana Group, established by the Saudi Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal, who sometimes personally signs artists to the label. Rotana Records is part of a huge media empire that includes a film production company, a magazine in...
. Her second album, titled Katabtillak, was released in 2005. It was a commercial success, and included the singles, "Katabtillak" and "Dark el-Hawa'a".
Dina Hayek's third album, Ta'ala Albi was released in 2006. It included the single by the same name.
Hayek has admitted that some Rotana artists, such as singer Elissa
Elissa (singer)
Elissar Zakaria Khoury simply known as Elissa is a Lebanese singer. She is known for her collaborations with well-known Arab and international artists, notably Ragheb Alama, Cheb Mami, Fadl Shaker, Chris DeBurgh and Gerard Ferrer.Born to a Lebanese father and a Syrian mother , her debut was in...
, get more attention from the record company executives than the rest. She was also disappointed with the promotional efforts made for Ta'ala Albi, and the low sales figures - compared to Katabtillak - in both Egypt and the Gulf region. She also showed disappointment in Rotana for claiming that they were not able to secure her a performance at the 2007 Hala Febrayer Festival in Kuwait, and later that year she eventually resigned from her contract with Rotana. She is currently working on new material with the support from Melody TV.
An active singer, Hayek has given a number concerts and festivals in Lebanon
Lebanon
Lebanon , officially the Republic of LebanonRepublic of Lebanon is the most common term used by Lebanese government agencies. The term Lebanese Republic, a literal translation of the official Arabic and French names that is not used in today's world. Arabic is the most common language spoken among...
, Egypt
Egypt
Egypt , officially the Arab Republic of Egypt, Arabic: , is a country mainly in North Africa, with the Sinai Peninsula forming a land bridge in Southwest Asia. Egypt is thus a transcontinental country, and a major power in Africa, the Mediterranean Basin, the Middle East and the Muslim world...
and the Gulf region. Her voice got the attention of Syrian popular singer, George Wassouf
George Wassouf
George Wassouf is a Syrian singer with over 30 albums to his name. Wassouf had a unique vocal style which has been emulated by younger singers such as George El Rassi....
with whom she performed in many concerts. She has also worked with Melhem Barakat
Melhem Barakat
Melhem Barakat , also known as Melhim Barakat, is a Lebanese singer and song-writer. He is nicknamed by his fans as Abou Majd. Melhem Barakat started his career back in the 1960s, Barakat has arguebly established a genre of his own in both the way he sings and composes, which makes him one of the...
in a few concerts.