Virgin (band)
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Virgin is a Polish
pop rock
band created in 2000 and suspended in 2007. Its lead singer was Dorota Rabczewska
.
, Andrzej Mogielnicki, Anja Orthodox and Asia Prykowska. After the release of this debut disc it was nominated for a Fryderyk
in the category of New Face of Music 2002, the group intensively gave concerts, while working on their second disc. This album showed the group's rock side and its musical aspirations. This album had 16 songs. Besides, it included Madonna
cover "Material Girl
". Whilst promoting this album, Doda took part in the reality TV show broadcast on Polsat
, called Bar.
was released. The title of this album signifies in American slang “slut”. Dorota chose this title to caution "All the silly people, who think her as a whore". On the new CD, eleven of her compositions can be found. The words for two of the songs, "Bar" and "Ulica", were written by Anja Orthodox. The singles released from this CD were "Dżaga", "Kolejny raz" and "Nie zawiedź mnie". Also on this CD was a guest appearance in the song "Nie Oceniać Jej" by Arkadiusz “Arekcore” Stępień, who is a guitarist and vocalist from the group Ametria.
For "Dżaga
" there were two versions of the video clip (one of them includes uncensored photos). One of main roles in this clip was played by Radosław Majdan, goalkeeper of club Wisła Kraków. Music on Bimbo was a continuation of the themes of the first album. It was melodious rock still, it does not scant in which original sharp equal riff
, as well as quiet, romantic ballads.
In 2004, the group parted with its bass player Krzysztof Najman, (former husband of Anja Orthodox, vocalist of gothic rock band Closterkeller
) and drummer Piotr "Posejdon" Pawłowski. As a result of several months of searching and auditions, the place of Krzysztof Najmana was taken by bass player Łukasz Damm from Wrocław, and Peter Pawłowski was substituted by percussionist Pitr Matsiak from Radom
.
, was released on 24 October 2005 with these new musicians. The title comes from Italian language word meaning “sheath”. With this CD is enclosed an unpublished photo session of the musicians.
The first single from this album was "Znak Pokoju
", and it won the Słowika Publiczności at the 42. Sopot International Song Festival
in 2005, which is voted by the public. This song wades is homage for Pope John Paul II
, and deviates from the group's previous rock tone to a more melodious pop ballad. The second single from this CD was "2 Bajki
", which successfully stayed in the charts for a long time. The next single was "Szansa
", which was composed specially for the Festival in Opole.
On the 23 January 2006, the second edition of the Ficca album was released, which featured short clips recorded by Doda and her husband from their vacation as well as the music videos to both "Znak pokoju" and "2 bajki".
At the National Festival of Polish Song in Opole
2006, the group received a Superjedynka in category of best POP CD, and also performed the new song "Szansa
" in the premiere concert, which they won the audience vote.
On 14 June, the third edition (second re-edition) of the CD was published in a maxi version. For this edition, the addition included the song "Szansa" and "Nie zawiedź mnie" (live version) as well as karaoke versions of "Znak pokoju" i "Szansa". A special recording taken during the Opole Festival and another vacation clip is also added to this version of the CD.
On 1 January 2007, on the official website of the band a statement from Tomasz Lubert appeared which said that he is finishing his involvement with the group Virgin. Dorota Rabczewska
decide continue career as soloist.
Poland
Poland , officially the Republic of Poland , is a country in Central Europe bordered by Germany to the west; the Czech Republic and Slovakia to the south; Ukraine, Belarus and Lithuania to the east; and the Baltic Sea and Kaliningrad Oblast, a Russian exclave, to the north...
pop rock
Pop rock
Pop rock is a music genre which mixes a catchy pop style and light lyrics in its guitar-based rock songs. There are varying definitions of the term, ranging from a slower and mellower form of rock music to a subgenre of pop music...
band created in 2000 and suspended in 2007. Its lead singer was Dorota Rabczewska
Dorota Rabczewska
Dorota Rabczewska , more commonly known as Doda Elektroda, is a Polish musical artist, among the most successful Polish artists ever in terms of number of prizes won. She was first known as a member of the Polish rock band Virgin...
.
Virgin (2000–2004)
The first album sold in edition over 13000 copies entitled Virgin. The songs on this disc were written by DodaDorota Rabczewska
Dorota Rabczewska , more commonly known as Doda Elektroda, is a Polish musical artist, among the most successful Polish artists ever in terms of number of prizes won. She was first known as a member of the Polish rock band Virgin...
, Andrzej Mogielnicki, Anja Orthodox and Asia Prykowska. After the release of this debut disc it was nominated for a Fryderyk
Fryderyk
The Fryderyk is the annual award in Polish music. Its name refers to the original Polish spelling variant of Polish composer Frédéric Chopin's first name...
in the category of New Face of Music 2002, the group intensively gave concerts, while working on their second disc. This album showed the group's rock side and its musical aspirations. This album had 16 songs. Besides, it included Madonna
Madonna (entertainer)
Madonna is an American singer-songwriter, actress and entrepreneur. Born in Bay City, Michigan, she moved to New York City in 1977 to pursue a career in modern dance. After performing in the music groups Breakfast Club and Emmy, she released her debut album in 1983...
cover "Material Girl
Material Girl
"Material Girl" is a song performed by American singer-songwriter Madonna. It was released on January 30, 1985, by Sire Records, as the second single from her second album Like a Virgin. It also appears slightly remixed on the 1990 greatest hits compilation, The Immaculate Collection, and in its...
". Whilst promoting this album, Doda took part in the reality TV show broadcast on Polsat
Polsat
Polsat is Poland's second biggest television channel, founded on December 5, 1992 and owned by Zygmunt Solorz-Żak.Polsat belongs to the Polsat Group , which also owns other channels:*Polsat HD*Polsat 2 International*Polsat News*TV Biznes...
, called Bar.
Bimbo (2004–2005)
May 2004 was when the second album titled BimboBimbo (album)
Bimbo is the second album released by a polish pop rock band Virgin. The album has earned golden record award in Poland.- Track listing :#"Szafa - 3:55#"Chłopczyku Mój" - 4:06#"Dżaga" - 4:05#"Nie Zawiedź Mnie" - 3:12#"Nie Oceniać Jej" - 4:36...
was released. The title of this album signifies in American slang “slut”. Dorota chose this title to caution "All the silly people, who think her as a whore". On the new CD, eleven of her compositions can be found. The words for two of the songs, "Bar" and "Ulica", were written by Anja Orthodox. The singles released from this CD were "Dżaga", "Kolejny raz" and "Nie zawiedź mnie". Also on this CD was a guest appearance in the song "Nie Oceniać Jej" by Arkadiusz “Arekcore” Stępień, who is a guitarist and vocalist from the group Ametria.
For "Dżaga
Dzaga
"Dżaga" is the first single released from Virgin second album, Bimbo. It reached number one in Poland....
" there were two versions of the video clip (one of them includes uncensored photos). One of main roles in this clip was played by Radosław Majdan, goalkeeper of club Wisła Kraków. Music on Bimbo was a continuation of the themes of the first album. It was melodious rock still, it does not scant in which original sharp equal riff
RIFF
The Resource Interchange File Format is a generic file container format for storing data in tagged chunks. It is primarily used to store multimedia such as sound and video, though it may also be used to store any arbitrary data....
, as well as quiet, romantic ballads.
In 2004, the group parted with its bass player Krzysztof Najman, (former husband of Anja Orthodox, vocalist of gothic rock band Closterkeller
Closterkeller
Closterkeller is a Polish Gothic rock band from Warsaw. It was formed in 1988 by Przemysław Guryń, Jacek Skirucha, and the vocalist Anja Orthodox. Despite many changes in the band's line-up it has created a characteristic sound. Orthodox is the only member of the original line-up, performing...
) and drummer Piotr "Posejdon" Pawłowski. As a result of several months of searching and auditions, the place of Krzysztof Najmana was taken by bass player Łukasz Damm from Wrocław, and Peter Pawłowski was substituted by percussionist Pitr Matsiak from Radom
Radom
Radom is a city in central Poland with 223,397 inhabitants . It is located on the Mleczna River in the Masovian Voivodeship , having previously been the capital of Radom Voivodeship ; 100 km south of Poland's capital, Warsaw.It is home to the biennial Radom Air Show, the largest and...
.
Ficca (2005–2007)
The new CD, FiccaFicca
Ficca is third album released by a Polish pop rock band Virgin. The album has earned a 2 x platinum certification in the Poland.- Track listing :# "Inni Przyjaciele" # "Dezyda" # "Opowiem Ci" # "Superstar" # "Znak Pokoju"...
, was released on 24 October 2005 with these new musicians. The title comes from Italian language word meaning “sheath”. With this CD is enclosed an unpublished photo session of the musicians.
The first single from this album was "Znak Pokoju
Znak Pokoju
"Znak Pokoju" is the first single released from Virgin third album, Ficca.The song won the Srebrny Słowik on the Sopot Festival. The song was the biggest hit of the year and was on the top of Polish charts....
", and it won the Słowika Publiczności at the 42. Sopot International Song Festival
Sopot International Song Festival
The Sopot International Song Festival is an international song contest held in Sopot, Poland. It was the biggest Polish music festival altogether with the National Festival of Polish Song in Opole, and one of the biggest annual song contest in Europe...
in 2005, which is voted by the public. This song wades is homage for Pope John Paul II
Pope John Paul II
Blessed Pope John Paul II , born Karol Józef Wojtyła , reigned as Pope of the Catholic Church and Sovereign of Vatican City from 16 October 1978 until his death on 2 April 2005, at of age. His was the second-longest documented pontificate, which lasted ; only Pope Pius IX ...
, and deviates from the group's previous rock tone to a more melodious pop ballad. The second single from this CD was "2 Bajki
2 Bajki
"2 Bajki" is the second single released from Virgin third album, Ficca. The song has been very successful in Poland, where it peaked at #1 on the Polish Singles Chart....
", which successfully stayed in the charts for a long time. The next single was "Szansa
Szansa
"Szansa" is the third single released from Virgin third album, Ficca.In 2006, Doda had to have serious surgery on her spine. It was so important for Doda that after she left the hospital she wrote the song called "Szansa".-Music video:...
", which was composed specially for the Festival in Opole.
On the 23 January 2006, the second edition of the Ficca album was released, which featured short clips recorded by Doda and her husband from their vacation as well as the music videos to both "Znak pokoju" and "2 bajki".
At the National Festival of Polish Song in Opole
National Festival of Polish Song in Opole
National Festival of Polish Song in Opole is a yearly music festival in Opole, Poland. Together with Sopot Festival it is the most important music festival in Poland. Opole Festival is meant as a summary of yearly season of achievements of Polish song writers and performers...
2006, the group received a Superjedynka in category of best POP CD, and also performed the new song "Szansa
Szansa
"Szansa" is the third single released from Virgin third album, Ficca.In 2006, Doda had to have serious surgery on her spine. It was so important for Doda that after she left the hospital she wrote the song called "Szansa".-Music video:...
" in the premiere concert, which they won the audience vote.
On 14 June, the third edition (second re-edition) of the CD was published in a maxi version. For this edition, the addition included the song "Szansa" and "Nie zawiedź mnie" (live version) as well as karaoke versions of "Znak pokoju" i "Szansa". A special recording taken during the Opole Festival and another vacation clip is also added to this version of the CD.
On 1 January 2007, on the official website of the band a statement from Tomasz Lubert appeared which said that he is finishing his involvement with the group Virgin. Dorota Rabczewska
Dorota Rabczewska
Dorota Rabczewska , more commonly known as Doda Elektroda, is a Polish musical artist, among the most successful Polish artists ever in terms of number of prizes won. She was first known as a member of the Polish rock band Virgin...
decide continue career as soloist.
Albums
| Chart statistics | Singles |
|---|---|
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To Ty "To Ty" is the first single released from Virgin first album, Virgin. It reached number nine in Poland.... " Mam Tylko Ciebie "Mam Tylko Ciebie" is the second single released from Virgin first album, Virgin. It reached number two in Poland.... " |
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Bimbo (album) Bimbo is the second album released by a polish pop rock band Virgin. The album has earned golden record award in Poland.- Track listing :#"Szafa - 3:55#"Chłopczyku Mój" - 4:06#"Dżaga" - 4:05#"Nie Zawiedź Mnie" - 3:12#"Nie Oceniać Jej" - 4:36... |
Dzaga "Dżaga" is the first single released from Virgin second album, Bimbo. It reached number one in Poland.... " Kolejny Raz "Kolejny Raz" is the second single released from Virgin second album, Bimbo.... " Nie Zawiedz Mnie "Nie Zawiedź Mnie" is the third single released from Virgin second album, Bimbo. It reached number one in Poland.... " Piekarnia "Piekarnia" is the fourth single released from Virgin second album, Bimbo.... " |
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Ficca Ficca is third album released by a Polish pop rock band Virgin. The album has earned a 2 x platinum certification in the Poland.- Track listing :# "Inni Przyjaciele" # "Dezyda" # "Opowiem Ci" # "Superstar" # "Znak Pokoju"... |
Znak Pokoju "Znak Pokoju" is the first single released from Virgin third album, Ficca.The song won the Srebrny Słowik on the Sopot Festival. The song was the biggest hit of the year and was on the top of Polish charts.... " 2 Bajki "2 Bajki" is the second single released from Virgin third album, Ficca. The song has been very successful in Poland, where it peaked at #1 on the Polish Singles Chart.... " Szansa "Szansa" is the third single released from Virgin third album, Ficca.In 2006, Doda had to have serious surgery on her spine. It was so important for Doda that after she left the hospital she wrote the song called "Szansa".-Music video:... " Dezyda "Dezyda" is the fourth single released from Virgin third album, Ficca.... " Opowiem Ci "Opowiem Ci" is the fifth single released from Virgin third album, Ficca.... " Inni Przyjaciele "Inni Przyjaciele" is the sixth single released from Virgin third album, Ficca.... " |
Singles
| Year | Title | Peak positions | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| POL Poland Poland , officially the Republic of Poland , is a country in Central Europe bordered by Germany to the west; the Czech Republic and Slovakia to the south; Ukraine, Belarus and Lithuania to the east; and the Baltic Sea and Kaliningrad Oblast, a Russian exclave, to the north... |
EUR Europe Europe is, by convention, one of the world's seven continents. Comprising the westernmost peninsula of Eurasia, Europe is generally 'divided' from Asia to its east by the watershed divides of the Ural and Caucasus Mountains, the Ural River, the Caspian and Black Seas, and the waterways connecting... |
DEU Germany Germany , officially the Federal Republic of Germany , is a federal parliamentary republic in Europe. The country consists of 16 states while the capital and largest city is Berlin. Germany covers an area of 357,021 km2 and has a largely temperate seasonal climate... |
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| 2002 | "To Ty To Ty "To Ty" is the first single released from Virgin first album, Virgin. It reached number nine in Poland.... " |
1 | 20 | 9 |
| "Mam Tylko Ciebie Mam Tylko Ciebie "Mam Tylko Ciebie" is the second single released from Virgin first album, Virgin. It reached number two in Poland.... " |
1 | 7 | 2 | |
| 2003 | "Nie Złość Dody" | 21 | - | - |
| 2004 | "Dżaga Dzaga "Dżaga" is the first single released from Virgin second album, Bimbo. It reached number one in Poland.... " |
1 | 2 | 1 |
| "Kolejny Raz Kolejny Raz "Kolejny Raz" is the second single released from Virgin second album, Bimbo.... " |
1 | 11 | - | |
| "Nie Zawiedź Mnie Nie Zawiedz Mnie "Nie Zawiedź Mnie" is the third single released from Virgin second album, Bimbo. It reached number one in Poland.... " |
1 | 9 | 7 | |
| 2005 | "Piekarnia Piekarnia "Piekarnia" is the fourth single released from Virgin second album, Bimbo.... " |
97 | - | - |
| "Znak Pokoju Znak Pokoju "Znak Pokoju" is the first single released from Virgin third album, Ficca.The song won the Srebrny Słowik on the Sopot Festival. The song was the biggest hit of the year and was on the top of Polish charts.... " |
1 | 1 | 6 | |
| "2 Bajki 2 Bajki "2 Bajki" is the second single released from Virgin third album, Ficca. The song has been very successful in Poland, where it peaked at #1 on the Polish Singles Chart.... " |
1 | 3 | 2 | |
| 2006 | "Szansa Szansa "Szansa" is the third single released from Virgin third album, Ficca.In 2006, Doda had to have serious surgery on her spine. It was so important for Doda that after she left the hospital she wrote the song called "Szansa".-Music video:... " |
1 | 1 | 1 |
| "Dezyda Dezyda "Dezyda" is the fourth single released from Virgin third album, Ficca.... " |
1 | 4 | 13 | |
| "Opowiem Ci Opowiem Ci "Opowiem Ci" is the fifth single released from Virgin third album, Ficca.... " |
41 | - | - | |
| "Dla R. (Nieważne dziś jest)" | 5 | 91 | 179 | |
| "Inni Przyjaciele Inni Przyjaciele "Inni Przyjaciele" is the sixth single released from Virgin third album, Ficca.... " |
1 | 43 | 13 |