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GETTING TO KNOW ALOK

Alok is an individual who comes from strong musical roots. Raised in a family

where his parents (Swarup and Ekanta) and twin brother (Bhaskar) all

perform on the electronic scene, his universe has always revolved around

music. His early start made him a proactive producer alongside his brother

with their project 'Logica'. Combining that with his current solo productions,

Alok has been creating music for well over a decade. More than 15 years

later, Alok is still relentlessly dedicating his time to his craft. He has become

one of the most prominent icons on the Brazilian scene, winning honors and

awards including: 'Best DJ in Brazil' two consecutive times, and placing at

#13 in DJ Mag's annual Top 100 awards. In 2018 he became the only

Brazilian to place on the Billboard Dance 100 list, occupying the 72nd

position. Alok became the only Brazilian to reach 320 million plays on the

world's premier music platform, Spotify, where he was also the first Brazilian

to occupy the Global TOP 100 with hits 'Hear Me Now', 'Never Let Me Go' ,

'Big Jet Plane', ‘Ocean’, ‘United’, ‘Favela’ and his recently released hit

'Innocent’.

In 2016, Alok toured several countries across all continents, playing the

biggest festivals and stages, spreading his style popularly called 'Brazilian

Bass'. That same year, he received recognition for his work and signed with

both Dutch label Spinnin' Records, and William Morris (WME), which is

considered one of the most prominent artist agencies in the world.

In 2017, Alok's popularity expanded to China, making him one of the most

well known DJs currently in the territory. Alok also achieved great exposure

in the US and Europe, averaging 4 tours in each continent and

approximately 15 shows in each region. Other notable achievements

include his signing to Warner Music, one of the world's leading record

companies, and his placement in Forbes Magazine's prestegious 30 UnderIn the first half of 2018, he performed at major festivals, toured the US and

Asia, performed in Mexico and for the first time led an independent

electric trio at the Salvador Carnival, drawing a crowd at the Barra

Ondina circuit.

At the end of April, Alok released the single 'Ocean', a song based on a

true story and that featured an 8-minute video / short film starring

Rodrigo Santoro, Marina Ruy Barbosa, Genésio de Barros and Maria

Manoella. In the second half of 2018, Alok released 'United', alongside

Armin van Buuren and Vini Vici, 'Favela' featuring Ina Wroldsen, and

'Innocent' with Belgian producer Yves V and Gavin James, which

premiered in Tomorrowland's 2018 Aftermovie.

In the beginning of this year, Alok released a heartfelt single 'Pray'

featuring vocals from British Pop sensation, Conor Maynard, and also a

mind-blowing collaboration with Australian DJ Timmy Trumpet,

'Metaphor' via Spinnin´ Records.



Read the text and answer the

questions:

1. Has Alok got any siblings?

2. How long has Alok been

creating music?

3. What´s the #1 Alok´s song?

4. What did Alok do in 2016?

5. When and where was Alok

born?

6. Who is his wife?

7. Which festivals has he

performed?​

Answer 1

Resposta:

1. Has Alok got any siblings?

Yes, he has a twin brother named Bhaskar.

2. How long has Alok been  creating music?

He has been creating music for over a decade.

3. What´s the #1 Alok´s song?

Alok's #1 song is ''Hear me now ''

4. What did Alok do in 2016?

In 2016 Alok toured several countries across all continents.

5. When and where was Alok  born?

Alok was born in Goiania, on August 26th, 1991.

6. Who is his wife?

Alok's wife is Romana.

7. Which festivals has he  performed.

He has performed at major festivals.

Explicação: