Hill Zaini
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Hill Zaini popularly known as Hill, is a well-known Bruneian singer and actor
.
. Singing has been his passion since a very young age. He performed regularly in school and on talent shows.
. Hill was a contestant on the show in 2008 and was put through to the 'Final 12'. One of his most prominent performances was a duet of the Malay song "Lagu Jiwa Lagu Cinta". After 3 weeks in the 'Final 12', there was controversy as Hill had to withdraw from the show for personal reasons.
) TV series Aku Bukan Milikmu (I'm Not Yours) which was aired in May 2009. This was Hill's first venture into acting and was a hit in Brunei. This was followed by starring roles on other RTB dramas Usaha, Rindu Lagi and Korban Kasih which were aired in the latter part of 2009.
", a duet with Irish platinum-selling artist Samantha Mumba
, was released to iTunes in August 2009, with an album scheduled for release in 2010. Hill would be the first Bruneian to have a record contract with an international label and to have released a song with an international pop star.
The music video for "Stay in the Middle
" features a cameo appearance by US recording artist Mariah Carey
. The superstar was so impressed with Hill's performance at an event in London
that she agreed to appear in the video. It was a recipient of a 2010 AVIMA (Asia Pacific Voice Independent Music Award) for Most Mindblowing Music Video where it came in third place.
He was Brunei Pelangi FM's 'Spotlight Artist' in September 2009 and 'Artist of the Month' in May 2010.
In March 2010, Hill released a single exclusively for his Brunei
an fanbase entitled "Buat Selamanya
". The song entered straight into the Brunei
Kristal FM Top 20 and reached number 1 on Pelangi FM.
In July 2010, his third single, "I Heard
", was released to iTunes as well as radio stations in Brunei
. It reached number 1 on Brunei's Pelangi FM chart in September 2010. The single's music video stars Kristin Kreuk
and Faye Dunaway
.
. Hill said of his involvement with the charity: "I am a sensitive person, so it is actually saddening to learn that these poverty-stricken families are most of the time mistreated or looked down upon. Help the poor, like how you would want to be helped if you were in their position." The concert was one of the most successful and extravagant shows in Brunei
in 2009.
On March 13, 2010, he performed at The Noble Gift Gala in London
, which was hosted by Eva Longoria
. The event raised money for Make-A-Wish Foundation
UK, which grants wishes to terminally ill children, and Eva's Heroes, an organization founded by Eva Longoria
which aims to enrich the lives of children with special needs.
Music videos
Actor
An actor is a person who acts in a dramatic production and who works in film, television, theatre, or radio in that capacity...
.
Early life
Hill was born on October 13, 1987, in BruneiBrunei
Brunei , officially the State of Brunei Darussalam or the Nation of Brunei, the Abode of Peace , is a sovereign state located on the north coast of the island of Borneo, in Southeast Asia...
. Singing has been his passion since a very young age. He performed regularly in school and on talent shows.
P2F
P2F is a television show in Brunei which has a similar concept to the Idol seriesIdol series
The British talent search television series Pop Idol has spawned spin-offs in 42 territories, in what is now referred to as the "Idols" format, as described by FremantleMedia...
. Hill was a contestant on the show in 2008 and was put through to the 'Final 12'. One of his most prominent performances was a duet of the Malay song "Lagu Jiwa Lagu Cinta". After 3 weeks in the 'Final 12', there was controversy as Hill had to withdraw from the show for personal reasons.
Acting career
After P2F, Hill was given the lead role in the RTB (Radio Television BruneiRadio Television Brunei
Radio Televisyen Brunei is the state broadcaster of Brunei. Radio Brunei made its first broadcast on 2 May 1957, with a Television service starting in 1 March 1975...
) TV series Aku Bukan Milikmu (I'm Not Yours) which was aired in May 2009. This was Hill's first venture into acting and was a hit in Brunei. This was followed by starring roles on other RTB dramas Usaha, Rindu Lagi and Korban Kasih which were aired in the latter part of 2009.
Music career
After being spotted by a talent scout, Hill headed to London, England and signed with Sensible Records. His first single, "Stay in the MiddleStay in the Middle
"Stay in the Middle" is a pop ballad by Hill featuring Samantha Mumba. It is written by Hill Zaini, Samantha Mumba, Eric Appapulay and Prince Azim, and produced by Jon Moon for Hill's debut album, Filling in the Pages . The ballad is Hill's debut single and was released to iTunes in August 2009,...
", a duet with Irish platinum-selling artist Samantha Mumba
Samantha Mumba
Samantha Tamania Anne Cecilia Mumba is an Irish singer and actress.Her first album was released in 2000. Her most notable role was Mara in the 2002 film The Time Machine. She has also appeared in a number of Irish independent films.-Early life, education and early career:Mumba was born in Dublin,...
, was released to iTunes in August 2009, with an album scheduled for release in 2010. Hill would be the first Bruneian to have a record contract with an international label and to have released a song with an international pop star.
The music video for "Stay in the Middle
Stay in the Middle
"Stay in the Middle" is a pop ballad by Hill featuring Samantha Mumba. It is written by Hill Zaini, Samantha Mumba, Eric Appapulay and Prince Azim, and produced by Jon Moon for Hill's debut album, Filling in the Pages . The ballad is Hill's debut single and was released to iTunes in August 2009,...
" features a cameo appearance by US recording artist Mariah Carey
Mariah Carey
Mariah Carey is an American singer-songwriter, record producer, and actress. She made her recording debut with the release of her eponymous studio album in 1990, under the guidance of Columbia Records executive Tommy Mottola, whom she later married in 1993...
. The superstar was so impressed with Hill's performance at an event in London
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...
that she agreed to appear in the video. It was a recipient of a 2010 AVIMA (Asia Pacific Voice Independent Music Award) for Most Mindblowing Music Video where it came in third place.
He was Brunei Pelangi FM's 'Spotlight Artist' in September 2009 and 'Artist of the Month' in May 2010.
In March 2010, Hill released a single exclusively for his Brunei
Brunei
Brunei , officially the State of Brunei Darussalam or the Nation of Brunei, the Abode of Peace , is a sovereign state located on the north coast of the island of Borneo, in Southeast Asia...
an fanbase entitled "Buat Selamanya
Buat Selamanya
"Buat Selamanya" is a Malay pop ballad by Hill. It is written by Amalina Abdullah and Bahri Hj. Ibrahim. The song was released exclusively in Brunei in March 2010...
". The song entered straight into the Brunei
Brunei
Brunei , officially the State of Brunei Darussalam or the Nation of Brunei, the Abode of Peace , is a sovereign state located on the north coast of the island of Borneo, in Southeast Asia...
Kristal FM Top 20 and reached number 1 on Pelangi FM.
In July 2010, his third single, "I Heard
I Heard (Hill song)
"I Heard" is a pop ballad by Hill. It is written by Deni Lew, Jamie Dornan, Pete Glenister and David Alexander for Hill's debut album Filling in the Pages. The song was released to iTunes on July 5, 2010. It reached number 1 on Brunei's Pelangi FM chart in September 2010.-Background and theme:"I...
", was released to iTunes as well as radio stations in Brunei
Brunei
Brunei , officially the State of Brunei Darussalam or the Nation of Brunei, the Abode of Peace , is a sovereign state located on the north coast of the island of Borneo, in Southeast Asia...
. It reached number 1 on Brunei's Pelangi FM chart in September 2010. The single's music video stars Kristin Kreuk
Kristin Kreuk
Kristin Laura Kreuk is a Canadian actress and producer, known for her portrayal of Lana Lang in the American television series Smallville. She was also a regular cast member on the Canadian teen drama Edgemont, and has starred in movies such as Eurotrip and Street Fighter: The Legend of...
and Faye Dunaway
Faye Dunaway
Faye Dunaway is an American actress.Dunaway won an Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance in Network after receiving previous nominations for the critically acclaimed films Bonnie and Clyde and Chinatown...
.
Charity performances
Hill performed at the Sounds of Hope Charity Gala Night on October 3, 2009. The concert aimed to raise awareness about poverty in BruneiBrunei
Brunei , officially the State of Brunei Darussalam or the Nation of Brunei, the Abode of Peace , is a sovereign state located on the north coast of the island of Borneo, in Southeast Asia...
. Hill said of his involvement with the charity: "I am a sensitive person, so it is actually saddening to learn that these poverty-stricken families are most of the time mistreated or looked down upon. Help the poor, like how you would want to be helped if you were in their position." The concert was one of the most successful and extravagant shows in Brunei
Brunei
Brunei , officially the State of Brunei Darussalam or the Nation of Brunei, the Abode of Peace , is a sovereign state located on the north coast of the island of Borneo, in Southeast Asia...
in 2009.
On March 13, 2010, he performed at The Noble Gift Gala in London
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...
, which was hosted by Eva Longoria
Eva Longoria
Eva Jacqueline Longoria is an American actress, best known for portraying Gabrielle Solis on the ABC television series Desperate Housewives...
. The event raised money for Make-A-Wish Foundation
Make-A-Wish Foundation
The Make-A-Wish Foundation is a 501 non-profit organization founded in the United States that grants wishes to children who have life-threatening medical conditions. The charity now operates in forty-seven countries around the world through thirty-six affiliate offices.The president & CEO of this...
UK, which grants wishes to terminally ill children, and Eva's Heroes, an organization founded by Eva Longoria
Eva Longoria
Eva Jacqueline Longoria is an American actress, best known for portraying Gabrielle Solis on the ABC television series Desperate Housewives...
which aims to enrich the lives of children with special needs.
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | AVIMA (Asia Pacific Voice Independent Music Award) | Most Mindblowing Music Video ("Stay in the Middle" - featuring Samantha Mumba) | (third place) |
| Cool-Tones Awards | Best Male |
Discography
Singles| Year | Single | Album |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | "Stay in the Middle Stay in the Middle "Stay in the Middle" is a pop ballad by Hill featuring Samantha Mumba. It is written by Hill Zaini, Samantha Mumba, Eric Appapulay and Prince Azim, and produced by Jon Moon for Hill's debut album, Filling in the Pages . The ballad is Hill's debut single and was released to iTunes in August 2009,... " (featuring Samantha Mumba Samantha Mumba Samantha Tamania Anne Cecilia Mumba is an Irish singer and actress.Her first album was released in 2000. Her most notable role was Mara in the 2002 film The Time Machine. She has also appeared in a number of Irish independent films.-Early life, education and early career:Mumba was born in Dublin,... )
|
Filling in The Pages |
| 2010 | "Buat Selamanya Buat Selamanya "Buat Selamanya" is a Malay pop ballad by Hill. It is written by Amalina Abdullah and Bahri Hj. Ibrahim. The song was released exclusively in Brunei in March 2010... " |
Filling in The Pages |
| "I Heard I Heard (Hill song) "I Heard" is a pop ballad by Hill. It is written by Deni Lew, Jamie Dornan, Pete Glenister and David Alexander for Hill's debut album Filling in the Pages. The song was released to iTunes on July 5, 2010. It reached number 1 on Brunei's Pelangi FM chart in September 2010.-Background and theme:"I... " |
Filling in The Pages |
Music videos
| Year | Title | Director |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | "Stay in the Middle Stay in the Middle "Stay in the Middle" is a pop ballad by Hill featuring Samantha Mumba. It is written by Hill Zaini, Samantha Mumba, Eric Appapulay and Prince Azim, and produced by Jon Moon for Hill's debut album, Filling in the Pages . The ballad is Hill's debut single and was released to iTunes in August 2009,... " (featuring Samantha Mumba Samantha Mumba Samantha Tamania Anne Cecilia Mumba is an Irish singer and actress.Her first album was released in 2000. Her most notable role was Mara in the 2002 film The Time Machine. She has also appeared in a number of Irish independent films.-Early life, education and early career:Mumba was born in Dublin,... ) |
Omero Mumba |
| 2010 | "Buat Selamanya Buat Selamanya "Buat Selamanya" is a Malay pop ballad by Hill. It is written by Amalina Abdullah and Bahri Hj. Ibrahim. The song was released exclusively in Brunei in March 2010... " |
Daryl Prince |
| "I Heard I Heard (Hill song) "I Heard" is a pop ballad by Hill. It is written by Deni Lew, Jamie Dornan, Pete Glenister and David Alexander for Hill's debut album Filling in the Pages. The song was released to iTunes on July 5, 2010. It reached number 1 on Brunei's Pelangi FM chart in September 2010.-Background and theme:"I... " |
Caswell Coggins |
External links
- Official website
- Hill on MySpaceMySpaceMyspace is a social networking service owned by Specific Media LLC and pop star Justin Timberlake. Myspace launched in August 2003 and is headquartered in Beverly Hills, California. In August 2011, Myspace had 33.1 million unique U.S. visitors....
- Hill on YouTubeYouTubeYouTube is a video-sharing website, created by three former PayPal employees in February 2005, on which users can upload, view and share videos....