Joyo Velarde
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| Birth name | Joyo Velarde |
| Born | 1974 |
| Origin |  El Cerrito, California, United States |
| Genre(s) | Hip hop Pop Soul Funk |
| Occupation(s) | Singer |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals |
| Voice type(s) | Soul |
| Years active | 1997 – present |
| Label(s) | Quannum Projects |
| Associated acts | Quannum Projects Lyrics Born |
| Website | http://www.joyovelarde.com |
Joyo Velarde is a Filipino hip hop and soul singer.
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[edit] History
Originally from Manila, Joyo Velarde studied Opera in Rome before returning to the San Francisco Bay Area where she attended UC Davis in northern California. While planning to be a news anchor, it was at Davis that she met up with her now husband, Lyrics Born. The two have recorded music ever since, starting with the hit song, "Balcony Beach", which appeared on the debut Latyrx album.
Joyo continued to make music with Lyrics Born and toured with him regularly as well as fellow Quannum Projects artists Blackalicious. In 2002 she recorded her first solo single, "Sweet Angels", which was a hit for the young singer as well as the Quannum label.
She has gone on to become a staple for Lyrics Born albums. She is featured on the songs "Love Me So Bad", "Over You", "I Can't Wait For Your Love", and "Differences". Her strong and soulful voice has become a staple of Lyrics Born live shows as well.
Joyo's debut album, "Love and Understanding" is set for release in the spring of 2008 and is cited as being the most requested album in the history of Quannum Projects. The album will feature songs produced by top producers such as Jake One, Jumbo (from Lifesavas), RJD2, Lyrics Born and others. Described as a mix of soul, funk, hip-hop and jazz, the album is sure to please fans of all genres.
[edit] Style
Joyo Velarde's sweet and soulful singing style stems from her classical training in Italy where she was pursuing her Master's in Opera before dropping out because of being "bored to tears". Her voice is very strong and powerful as well as soft and elegant. It is distinctive in style and sound. In addition to her soulful side her debut album will feature her first time rapping as well.
[edit] Discography
[edit] LPs
- Love and Understanding (2008, Quannum Projects)
[edit] Singles
- "Balcony Beach", Solesides (w/ Lyrics Born)
- "Sweet Angels", 2002 Quannum Projects
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