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Globally, Billie Eilish is the quintessential icon of Generation Z singers (those born between 1995 and 2012). In Vietnam, the influx of many promising Gen Z talents in recent years is breathing new life into the history of Vietnamese music. These are multi-talented young people capable of handling various roles such as producing, arranging, mixing, and even directing their own music videos. My Anh, Wren Evans, Thinh Suy, Tlinh, RPT MCK... are just a few of the prominent names among them.
My Anh
My Anh is considered to be from a family with a musical tradition, having been born and raised in a family with a strong musical heritage. This multi-talented Gen Z girl is the daughter of Diva My Linh and musician and music producer Anh Quan. From the moment she released her first music video...Got youWith lyrics in English, My Anh showcased her personality and creativity by handling all aspects of production, from arranging and mixing to playing instruments, recording, and directing the music video.
With her strong individuality, My Anh is a colorful and unique representative of the younger generation who want to step outside the comfort zone of their families and the conventional norms that the majority often assume. This effort is showcased in her latest music video.PillarsThe song is a metaphor for mental fortitude, showing that she doesn't care about criticism but instead is determined to learn and respond with her own achievements.
Recently, My Anh also participated in the program The Heroes and surprised everyone by being the youngest and only contestant to take on both roles: singer and producer. At 18 years old, she was among the 10 official nominees in the Rising Artist Gen Z category at the WeChoice Awards 2020. My Anh's image is that of an independent artist: composing, arranging, and producing her own albums. This talented singer is showcasing innovative creations and is an intriguing enigma in Vietnamese music.
Wren Evans
Known as a promising Gen Z newcomer in Vietnamese music, Wren Evans is gradually establishing himself through his polished musical productions. His latest song -I like you a little too much.His work is considered a new phenomenon in V-pop, skillfully combining classic Bossa-Pop with modern Pop. Wren Evans' musical style is seen as a harmonious blend of old and new generations, traditional and contemporary.
Despite making his debut during a relatively quiet period in the entertainment market, Wren Evans had already made a strong impression with his English-language compositions such asFever, in collaboration with K-ICM, orI just want to knowIn collaboration with Men's Folio Vietnam magazine, Wren Evans received much praise from the audience for his perfect English pronunciation, warm voice, and music that aligns with global trends. He is also a promising figure in the fashion industry, having released a music video.Fashion 3together with DecaoFashion NovaIn combination with Antransax.
At just 20 years old, Wren Evans is a refreshing new force in V-pop. Constantly evolving and challenging himself with each product, Wren Evans represents Generation Z with his individuality and sophisticated artistic thinking, along with the ambition to bring a fresh perspective to Vietnamese music. He is considered one of the brightest names in the music market in the future.
Tlinh
When mentioning this talented young rapper, people remember a petite, adorable, yet incredibly "cool" girl from the first season of Rap Viet. As one of the rare female contestants who left a strong impression on the audience and also a "newcomer" to the rap scene, Tlinh proved her talent through polished performances on stage. Her compositions from Rap Viet even became million-view hits, such as:Busy love, The dog in the car, Ignoring the world...
After the show, Tlinh remained a prominent name, collaborating with many other artists on impressive musical projects such asYou are a treasure.(in collaboration with Chau Bui)Secret crush(in collaboration with Hoang Yen Chibi)No need to try.(in collaboration with RPT MCK). This singer, born in 2000, also demonstrated her dancing ability and versatility as a young artist on the stage of Dance Arena 2021.
Tlinh's music is characterized by her positive, independent spirit as a modern woman, and her unique, sometimes playful, sometimes powerful, melodic style. This is her first solo music video.Single girlsTlinh's debut song last June exemplifies the values she pursues. The song portrays the rebellious personality, the pride, and the independent spirit of a single woman. With that outstanding personality and her versatile abilities in dance, songwriting, and singing, Tlinh is currently a promising talent, stirring up the Vietnamese music scene and making it more colorful and exciting.
Prosperity and Decline
With his simple yet profound lyrics and music, Thinh Suy, the singer born in 1999, has continuously captivated listeners since the success of his previous works.A night of drunkenness, a hit that dominated all music charts in 2019. One factor contributing to the song's success is its somewhat enigmatic lyrics, leaving listeners wondering whether it represents unrequited love, a two-person relationship, or is speaking on behalf of a third party.
One might think that achieving fame too quickly and too greatly fromA night of drunkennessIt was supposed to become a shadow over Thinh Suy, but no, the work was a stepping stone for his artistic career. Hit songs continued to be released, such as...The story goes, "Questions, Green Love..."This further solidifies Thinh Suy's musical presence on the V-pop map. His cover songs are also very creative and relatable, often depicting scenes of him singing at a street intersection or drifting on a basket boat at sea. Recently, Thinh Suy has shown a new side with his latest release.BarIt describes a peaceful state of mind, neither heavy nor sad.
Thịnh Suy brings a world of pure, unrestrained, and free music. With his deep, whispering voice that is truly unique, Thịnh Suy can be considered an unpredictable figure in Vietnamese music creation.
RPT MCK
RPT MCK, whose real name is Nghiem Vu Hoang Long, is a well-known rapper in the Indie and Hip hop community. He was known before participating in the first season of Rap Viet and had several of his own releases. However, after Rap Viet, MCK's name rose to prominence as a phenomenon. MCK is charismatic, confident, and always gives his all in his music. He possesses an impressive, skillful, and highly entertaining yet sharp melodic rap style.
Despite being only 21 years old, MCK has already shown his artistic talent, being able to both play melodies with his distinctive voice and compose and perform ballads in the Indie-Folk style, or adapt a beat to street underground melodies. Previously, MCK was known in the Indie scene under the stage name Long Nger with hit songs such as...Suy, Vuong, Running drunk in the car, or especially the hit songLove is as bitter as a cup of coffee.Having reached 30 million views on YouTube, MCK is now considered one of the most promising artists in the melody rap genre. His compositions in Rap Viet are proof of this, as they have all become million-view hits offstage.
A touch of rebelliousness, a knack for "following trends" in both melody and lyrics, as well as the free-spirited nature of someone born in Generation Z, are making MCK a name to watch out for in the Vietnamese music scene.
