Mileo
| Mileo | |
|---|---|
 Mileo 2016 | |
| Born |
Miles Curtis Sesselmann 16 January 1995 Sydney, Australia |
| Occupation |
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| Years active | 2014–present |
| Musical career | |
| Genres | |
| Instruments | Vocals, Piano |
| Labels | |
| Associated acts | |
Miles Curtis Sesselmann (born 16 January 1995) known by his stage name Mileo is an Multicultural Australian singer, songwriter and recording artist of Asian and European descent.[1]
Early life
Mileo was born in Sydney, Australia. His parents and family are from a multitude of cultures spanning across Europe and Asia.[2] He has stated that when he was younger he was different from most kids his age, having always been very ambitious.[3] Mileo began singing at a young age, and taught himself piano. He began songwriting and later producing around the age of 14 years.[2] Mileo finished high school, later studying at college and graduating before the age of 18.[3]
Career
In early 2013, Mileo signed with Sony Music Entertainment after flying overseas to meet with his manager.[4] Mileo released his debut single "Echo" on 11 February 2014, which was co-produced by a Norwegian producer Thomas Eriksen.[5] NRJ officially premiered the single "Echo" to radio late February. Since 2014, Mileo had been writing and recording material for his next single and studio album to be released with Sony Music Entertainment Late March 2016, he took to social media to announce his next single, titled Know You Better [6]
Know You Better was released on 8 April 2016, the song went viral debuting on the Billboard "Spotify Viral 50" at number 16, and charting in the top 10 on multiple countries viral streaming charts, while reaching top position on the Hype Machine "Most Popular Tracks On Twitter".[7] Mid June, He later went on to announce his promotional single entitled "Boys Like Girls".[8] Released on the 24 of June 2016, Boys Like Girls Lyric video followed, arriving on YouTube for public viewing on the 15th July.
Early March, Mileo posted a cryptic message to social media outlets, noting the 17th of March, he then began a countdown revealing everyday leading up to the release new information on his fourth single. Mileo announced the new single is titled Worry, and later revealed Norwegian pop singer Adelén as a feature on the track. On the 17th, Worry (feat. Adelén) was released to all digital retailers and streaming sites. [9]
Artistry
Mileo has been compared to artists including, Sting, Zayn and Shakira for his ethnic-sounding pop music, Mileo is among such artists who pioneer incorporating cultural elements into their music with widely regarded mainstream and commercial pop appeal.
His music contains influences of Dance music, Bhangra music and R&B. Known for his unique singing style and use of Indian/Arabic Melisma.
Mileo's debut "Echo" has prominent EDM and atmospheric vibes, critics praise his lyric and vocal content as "relatable" and "emotive" while retaining a sensual almost sexual nature without use of explicit content.[4][10]
Personal life
Mileo has been quoted to be pro LGBT [8]
Discography
- Echo (2014)
- Know You Better (2016)
- Boys Like Girls (2016)
- Worry (2017)
References
- ↑ "Interview – Mileo: 'Echo". Scandipop. Retrieved 8 March 2014.
- 1 2 "Biography – Mileo". Facebook. Retrieved 8 March 2014.
- 1 2 "Q&A – Mileo". Facebook. Retrieved 2 February 2015.
- 1 2 "Interview – Mileo: Norges svar på James Blake møter Avicii?". 730.no. Retrieved 8 March 2014.
- ↑ "Review – Pop Music has a new star in the making Mileo-Echo". andrewpresents.com. Retrieved 15 May 2014.
- ↑ "Know You Better Announcement – Mileo". Facebook. Retrieved 28 March 2016.
- ↑ "Billboard Spotify Viral 50 – Mileo - Know You Better". billboard.com. Retrieved 22 April 2016.
- 1 2 "Boys Like Girls" Announcement Mileo Facebook". facebook.com. Retrieved 23 June 2016.
- ↑ "Worry (feat. Adelén) Release". facebook.com. Retrieved 17 March 2017.
- ↑ "Review – Introduucing Mileo". muumuse.com. Retrieved 15 May 2014.