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Yahoo
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
《The 36th Golden Melody Awards》
Trout Fresh Crowned Best Male Singer(Mandarin), Waa Wei Named Best Female Singer(Mandarin) International Superstar MISIA Delivers a Stunning Performance TAIPEI, July 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The 36th Golden Melody Awards Ceremony, executed by Taiwan Television Enterprise, concluded successfully. Often dubbed the "Grammy Awards of Mandopop," this year's event saw someshiit takes home the Best New Artist Award for his album "A FOOL." His electrifying performance at the pre-ceremony Golden Melody Festival Showcase left a deep impression on the judges. Meanwhile, Siri Lee swept three major awards — Best Female Singer(Taiwanese), Best Taiwanese Album, and Album of the Year — for her album Suí. By blending Taiwanese lyrics with a hint of French accent, she crafted a unique sonic experience that captivated the judges. Hip-hop artist Trout Fresh, previously nominated for Best Vocal Group at the 35th Golden Melody Awards, earned his first-ever win as Best Male Singer(Mandarin). His album "GOOD SOUND WITH ATTITUDES" also took home Best Mandarin Album, with the judges praising its refined and layered hip-hop rhythms. Waa Wei, who previously won Best Female Singer(Mandarin) at the 31st Golden Melody Awards, claimed the title once again with her album "Ordeal by Pearls," solidifying her place among the top artists in the industry. The awards ceremony featured a breathtaking performance by Japanese international superstar MISIA, who performed two of her iconic songs, "Kibouno Uta" and "To Tomorrow." With her rich and powerful voice, she delivered an emotionally charged performance that filled the venue with warmth and strength. Her stage presence was mesmerizing, drawing the audience into a deeply healing musical atmosphere. MISIA not only conveyed love and hope through her vocals but also touched every heart with her heartfelt and moving performance, earning thunderous applause. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Taiwan Television Enterprise Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
CNA
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CNA
Golden Melody Awards 2025: Trout Fresh, Waa Wei win Taiwan's top music awards
Taiwan's hip-hop singer Trout Fresh and songstress-DJ Waa Wei won top honours at the Golden Melody Awards for Mandarin chart music in Taipei on Saturday (Jun 28). "Mom, this is the closest I've ever been to Jay Chou," Trout Fresh told a cheering crowd in the Taipei Arena, referring to one of Taiwan's biggest pop stars. The singer, whose real name is Lu Shih-hsuan, beat better-known rivals including China's Li Ronghao and Hong Kong's Terence Lam to win best male singer. He also bagged the best Mandarin album award for the track Good Sound With Attitudes. Wei saw off Singapore's Tanya Chua and Malaysia's Penny Tai to be crowned best female singer for the second time. "I still want to give it a try and I still want to challenge myself... I think the hardest thing is not to give up," said Wei. "Thank you to the judges and thank you for this award. It lets me know that I can still do it. So when I sing, I really feel loved." Late Hong Kong-American singer Khalil Fong was awarded best composer for his track Twenty Three. Fong, who passed away in February, also received the jury award for another album The Dreamer. K-pop group Hyukoh teamed up with Taiwanese indie band Sunset Rollercoaster and took the best music video prize for the song Antenna, in their album AAA. Singers, songwriters and composers from Taiwan, China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore and South Korea competed in more than 20 categories at the 36th edition of the awards.
Straits Times
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
Taiwanese singer Waa Wei beats S'pore's Tanya Chua to Best Female Mandarin Singer crown at Golden Melody Awards 2025
Taiwanese singers Trout Fresh and Waa Wei pose with their Best Male and Female Singer (Mandarin) awards. PHOTO: EPA Taiwanese singer Waa Wei beats S'pore's Tanya Chua to Best Female Mandarin Singer crown at Golden Melody Awards Taiwanese singer Waa Wei was crowned Best Female Mandarin Singer at the 36th edition of the Golden Melody Awards, which took place at the Taipei Arena on June 28. The Golden Melody Awards, which has been held since 1990, is Taiwan's equivalent of the Grammy Awards. Wei was awarded for her 2024 album Ordeal By Pearls. This is her second time winning the accolade, with the first being in 2020. She beat nominees such as Singapore's Tanya Chua and Malaysian singer Penny Tai to take home the prize. Chua has won the award a record four times, with her fourth and most recent win taking place in 2022 for her 12th album, Depart (2021). She also won in 2006, 2008 and 2012, for her albums Amphibian (2005), Goodbye & Hello (2007) and Sing It Out Of Love (2011). Other multiple awardees include Taiwanese singer A-mei, who has bagged the title thrice. Both Chua and Tai went home empty-handed this year. Taiwanese singer-songwriter Siri Lee was the night's big winner, taking home three awards – Album of the Year, Best Taiwanese Album award, and Best Taiwanese Female Singer. Taiwanese singer-songwriter Siri Lee wins big at the Golden Melody Awards, taking home three prestigious titles. REUTERS Taiwan's hip-hop artiste Trout Fresh outdid contenders such as Hong Kong singer Terence Lam and Taiwanese singers Tung Po-lin and Ricky Hsiao to claim the Best Male Mandarin Singer award. Trout Fresh, whose legal name is Lu Shih-hsuan, also won Best Mandarin Album for Good Sound With Attitudes (2024). Late Hong Kong singer-songwriter Khalil Fong was awarded the Best Composer award for his track Twenty Three (2024), as well as the Jury Award for his final album The Dreamer (2024). Fong died in February 2025 at 41 after battling illness for five years. He was famed for his works Red Bean (2009), Love Love Love (2006), and Spring Breeze (2005). Fong has produced and written songs for artistes such as Eason Chan, Jacky Cheung, and A-mei. The Best New Artist award went to rapper Someshiit, whose real name is Hsueh Jung-hsuan, for his 2024 release A Fool. Among the winners Album of the Year: Sui by Siri Lee Best Mandarin Album: Good Sound With Attitudes Best Male Singer (Mandarin): Trout Fresh Best Female Singer (Mandarin): Waa Wei Best Album Producer: CJ Hightide Best Song Producer: Deja Fu Best Composer: Khalil Fong Best New Artist: Someshiit Song of the Year: Friday Night《Here I Am》 Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
eNCA
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- eNCA
Trout Fresh, Waa Wei win Taiwan's top music awards
Taiwan's hip hop singer Trout Fresh and songstress-DJ Waa Wei won top honours at the Golden Melody Awards for Mandarin chart music in Taipei on Saturday. "Mom, this is the closest I've ever been to Jay Chou," Trout Fresh told a cheering crowd in the Taipei Arena, referring to one of Taiwan's biggest pop stars. The singer, whose real name is Lu Shih-hsuan, beat better-known rivals including China's Li Ronghao and Hong Hong's Terence Lam to win best male singer. He also bagged the best Mandarin album award for the track "Good Sound with Attitudes". Wei saw off Singapore's Tanya Chua and Malaysia's Penny Tai to be crowned best female singer for the second time. "I still want to give it a try and I still want to challenge myself... I think the hardest thing is not to give up," said Wei. "Thank you to the judges and thank you for this award. It lets me know that I can still do it. So when I sing, I really feel loved." AFP | I-Hwa Cheng Late Hong Kong-American singer Khalil Fong was awarded best composer for his track "Twenty Three". Fong, who passed away in February, also received the jury award for another album "The Dreamer". K-pop group Hyukoh teamed up with Taiwanese indie band Sunset Rollercoaster and took the best music video prize for the song Antenna, in their album "AAA". Singers, songwriters and composers from Taiwan, China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore and South Korea competed in more than 20 categories at the 36th edition of the awards.
