Luigi Masi
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Luigi Masi is a British singer who lives in London
, but was born in Brazil
. His first single "Strobelight
" (produced and written by Jim Beanz
) was released on 20 October 2008 and was a top 10 UK club hit. His second single "Armed With Love" was released on 25 May 2009 and again reached top 10 on the club chart. His debut album was, titled Save His Shoes
, was released digitally a week later on 1 June 2009. "Radar" was released in February 2010 and was his third consecutive top 10, reaching number 7 on the club chart.
Masi supported the Sugababes
for 10 dates on their Change
tour from 28 March to 9 April 2008. He also supported Girls Aloud
on their Tangled Up
tour from 3 May to 4 June.
On the 26th June it was announced by Luigi that he would be temporarily retiring from music to concentrate on his studies. He has since returned and released 'Pick Up Line' as a teaser track from his upcoming new album.
Masi attended the City of London School
.
London
London is the capital city of :England and the :United Kingdom, the largest metropolitan area in the United Kingdom, and the largest urban zone in the European Union by most measures. Located on the River Thames, London has been a major settlement for two millennia, its history going back to its...
, but was born in Brazil
Brazil
Brazil , officially the Federative Republic of Brazil , is the largest country in South America. It is the world's fifth largest country, both by geographical area and by population with over 192 million people...
. His first single "Strobelight
Strobelight (song)
"Strobelight" is the first single from pop singer Luigi Masi. The song was released on Masi's MySpace on 28 August 2008, and the video on 18 September 2008.The song was written and produced by Jim Beanz and recorded in April 2008 in London...
" (produced and written by Jim Beanz
Jim Beanz
James David Washington, better known under his stage name Jim Beanz, is an American vocal producer, songwriter, musician, singer and record producer from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, now working out of Philadelphia, signed to Timbaland Productions and Sunset Entertainment Group...
) was released on 20 October 2008 and was a top 10 UK club hit. His second single "Armed With Love" was released on 25 May 2009 and again reached top 10 on the club chart. His debut album was, titled Save His Shoes
Save His Shoes
Save His Shoes is the first studio album by Luigi Masi. The album's title is taken from the song "Over The Top". The two official singles from the album are "Strobelight" and "Armed With Love".-Album information:...
, was released digitally a week later on 1 June 2009. "Radar" was released in February 2010 and was his third consecutive top 10, reaching number 7 on the club chart.
Masi supported the Sugababes
Sugababes
The Sugababes are an English pop girl group based in London, consisting of members Heidi Range, Amelle Berrabah and Jade Ewen. The Sugababes were formed in 1998 with founding members Siobhán Donaghy, Mutya Buena and Keisha Buchanan. Their debut album, One Touch, was released in 2000 under London...
for 10 dates on their Change
Change Tour
The Change Tour is the fourth Sugababes concert tour. The tour began with 2 nights in Brentwood on 12 March and 13 March 2008, with the final show on 1 May 2008 in Derby. The 30-date tour is their longest yet. Harvey B-Brown, director of the Denial video, directed the tour...
tour from 28 March to 9 April 2008. He also supported Girls Aloud
Girls Aloud
Girls Aloud are a British and Irish pop girl group based in London. They were created through the ITV1 talent show Popstars The Rivals in 2002. The group consists of Cheryl Cole , Nadine Coyle, Sarah Harding, Nicola Roberts and Kimberley Walsh. They are signed to Fascination Records, a Polydor...
on their Tangled Up
Tangled Up Tour
The Tangled Up Tour was the fourth concert tour third arena tour, by British pop group Girls Aloud, in support of the group's fourth studio album Tangled Up. The tour was initially announced to reach arenas across the United Kingdom in November 2007. The shows commenced in Belfast on 3 May 2008 and...
tour from 3 May to 4 June.
On the 26th June it was announced by Luigi that he would be temporarily retiring from music to concentrate on his studies. He has since returned and released 'Pick Up Line' as a teaser track from his upcoming new album.
Masi attended the City of London School
City of London School
The City of London School is a boys' independent day school on the banks of the River Thames in the City of London, England. It is the brother school of the City of London School for Girls and the co-educational City of London Freemen's School...
.
Albums
- Save His ShoesSave His ShoesSave His Shoes is the first studio album by Luigi Masi. The album's title is taken from the song "Over The Top". The two official singles from the album are "Strobelight" and "Armed With Love".-Album information:...
– June 1, 2009 - On Your RadarOn Your RadarOn Your Radar is a digital EP released by Luigi Masi on December 4, 2009. It contains four songs. The album's title is taken from the song "Radar".-Album information:...
- December 4, 2009 - His Name Is Luigi - September 30, 2011
Singles
| Single | Released | Country | Chart Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Strobelight Strobelight (song) "Strobelight" is the first single from pop singer Luigi Masi. The song was released on Masi's MySpace on 28 August 2008, and the video on 18 September 2008.The song was written and produced by Jim Beanz and recorded in April 2008 in London... " |
October 20, 2008 | UK | #6 (Music Week Pop Club Chart) |
| "Armed With Love Armed with Love (song) "Armed with Love" is the second single from pop singer Luigi Masi, released on 25 May 2009. The b-side was "Scandal In A Miniskirt".-Music video:The music video was shot on Friday 20 March 2009 and was directed by Philip Clyde-Smith... " |
May 25, 2009 | UK | #7 (Music Week Pop Club Chart) |
| "Radar Radar Radar is an object-detection system which uses radio waves to determine the range, altitude, direction, or speed of objects. It can be used to detect aircraft, ships, spacecraft, guided missiles, motor vehicles, weather formations, and terrain. The radar dish or antenna transmits pulses of radio... " |
March 1, 2010 | UK |
Music Videos
| Year | Title | Director |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | "Strobelight Strobelight (song) "Strobelight" is the first single from pop singer Luigi Masi. The song was released on Masi's MySpace on 28 August 2008, and the video on 18 September 2008.The song was written and produced by Jim Beanz and recorded in April 2008 in London... " |
Emil Nava |
| 2009 | "Armed With Love Armed with Love (song) "Armed with Love" is the second single from pop singer Luigi Masi, released on 25 May 2009. The b-side was "Scandal In A Miniskirt".-Music video:The music video was shot on Friday 20 March 2009 and was directed by Philip Clyde-Smith... " |
Philip Clyde-Smith |
Tours
- Change TourChange TourThe Change Tour is the fourth Sugababes concert tour. The tour began with 2 nights in Brentwood on 12 March and 13 March 2008, with the final show on 1 May 2008 in Derby. The 30-date tour is their longest yet. Harvey B-Brown, director of the Denial video, directed the tour...
(2008) Support - Tangled Up TourTangled Up TourThe Tangled Up Tour was the fourth concert tour third arena tour, by British pop group Girls Aloud, in support of the group's fourth studio album Tangled Up. The tour was initially announced to reach arenas across the United Kingdom in November 2007. The shows commenced in Belfast on 3 May 2008 and...
(2008) Support