Aura Qualic
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| Also known as | AQ, DJ AQ, DJ Aura Qualic, Aura, Sys-AQ |
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| Genre(s) | Trance Pop J-Pop Orchestral |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter, producer |
| Instrument(s) | Piano, guitar, bass |
| Years active | 1998–present |
| Label(s) | AVSSOtaku Record Indytronic Records |
| Associated acts | Dj Lizz |
| Website | Official website |
DJ Aura Qualic is a Japanese producer, DJ, remixer, composer, and songwriter.[1] While he mainly produces trance, his range of genres also extends to anime remixes, pop, J-pop, game music, orchestral music, and more.[2] Aura is also a member of the band Dj Lizz. [2]
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[edit] Biography
[edit] Musical career
[edit] Beginning of career
Aura's interest in composing music began in 1998, learning the basics of music creation using the video game MTV Music Generator.[2]
[edit] Dj Lizz
In 2001, Aura began collaborating with another music artist, known as "Mikaella".[3] They called their act "Dj Lizz" ("Dedicated Jive for La Invetras ZenoZ")[3], and were active until about 2005. Recently, Aura has produced more tracks with Mikaella, while still using the "Aura Qualic" name.
[edit] Nalice Gates
In 2002, Aura and Mikaella created the "Nalice Gates" website, in their first attempt to expose their music worldwide.[4]
[edit] Solo career
In 2006, Aura decided to start his solo musical career, and officially changed his name to "Aura Qualic".[4] He went on to release his first solo album, Trance Destination, in 2006.
[edit] Discography
[edit] As "Dj Lizz"
[edit] Dj Lizz Meets Trance
Dj Lizz/Aura Qualic's first album, was made available in Japan only. It was released in 2004, and sold 8,000 copies.[4]
[edit] Ragna X Trance
The follow-up to Dj Lizz Meets Trance, also available only in Japan. It was released in 2005.[4]
[edit] Nalice Gate's : Melodic Trance
The final "Dj Lizz" release. It features 16 tracks and additional content, including a promotional CGI music video for "Unlimited Skies".
[edit] As "Aura Qualic"
[edit] Trance Destination
Main Article: Trance Destination (Aura Qualic album)
Aura Qualic's first international solo release. In Japan, it was released in late 2006, followed by an international release in early 2007.[4]
[edit] Crystal Flow
Main Article: Crystal Flow (Aura Qualic album)
Aura Qualic's second album release. It was released exclusively under Indytronic Records.[5]
[edit] References
- ^ "Aura Qualic's biography page" Retrieved on September 3, 2007
- ^ a b c "Indytronic Records artist profile" Retrieved on September 3, 2007
- ^ a b "Dj Lizz MySpace profile" Retrieved on September 3, 2007
- ^ a b c d e "Aura Qualic's MySpace" Retrieved on September 3, 2007
- ^ "Indytronic News Item" Retrieved on February 17, 2008
