Baiyu (singer)
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Birth name | Baiyu Chen |
Born | Xiamen, China |
Origin | Princeton |
Genres | R&B, pop |
Occupations | Singer-songwriter, actress |
Instruments | Vocals |
Years active | 2006–present |
Website | http://www.baiyuonline.com |
Sara Baiyu Porritt, known professionally as Baiyu, is a Chinese-born American singer-songwriter and actress. In the early 1990s, her family moved to
Early life
Baiyu was surrounded by music at an early age and grew up in the presence of parents who were both musicians themselves. She resided in Xiamen, Fujian until the age of 8 and reunited with her parents in the United States after having lived with her grandparents for 2 years as her mother and father paved the way for their new life.[5] Baiyu attended Quince Orchard High School where she was a member of the Track and Field team as well as a dedicated member of the school choir. She took both the second semester of Junior year, as well as the second semester of Senior year off to pursue a career in music.[6]
College years
While attending Princeton, Baiyu traveled to New York City in between classes and schoolwork to develop her musical talents as well as to be a
Music career
2010–11: Career beginnings and B-Side & Fan Fair
Baiyu released her first
In 2011, Baiyu decided to donate all profits from her follow-up
2012–present: Hunter, CW The Next, and debut album
On June 13, 2012, Baiyu released the first piece of her "Hunter" project from her self launched label "Shredded Music". This is a 13-song album
For the launch of the music portion of "
Baiyu became an official brand ambassador for Sprayground in July 2012, a line of backpacks and accessories that have become a closet staple for the likes of
Having been chosen as one of the top four talents in New York City who are on the "verge of stardom", Baiyu was highlighted on the
At the onset of 2013, Baiyu earned the prestige of being named as one of Yahoo News' "Top 10 Musicians to Watch for 2013".[38] Along with that title, she was also coined one of UNSound Magazine's "13 Artists to Watch in 2013".[39] As a public figure often in the limelight, Baiyu took a divergent approach in 2013 where she is staying behind a veil of mystic. Releasing a new single on the first of every month starting 1/1/13, she moved away from album covers that showcase her image and opted instead for artwork as a representation for her music. This is believed to be in an effort to encourage listeners to focus on her voice and message, instead of making assumptions based on her looks and heritage.
In July/August 2013, Baiyu collaborated with
Her latest full-length album Ayahuasca takes her fans even deeper into a journey of introspection as she chronicles her experience with the sacred brew.[40]
Charity and Non Profit
From the start of Baiyu's career, she has been dedicated to non-profit work in an effort to give back to not only her local community but communities at large. Outside of donating the proceeds of Fan Fair to the Japanese Red Cross to aid in the tsunami relief efforts, Baiyu became a voice and beacon for DonorsChoose, working with its board of directors to raise funds for music programs in schools throughout various high poverty neighborhoods.[41] Baiyu has also dedicated her time to performances that benefit both kids – via the Sneakers for Scholars program and Camp Good Grief, as well as the homeless – via the Gala for the Homeless event. She is also a volunteer for New York Cares, and has been honored by Well Done! NYC as an outstanding individual who has "given back to various communities of New York City" as presented by the offices of Senator Chuck Schumer.[42]
Podcast and Recent career
In August 2019, Baiyu launched a podcast called Hear Us Roar[43] featuring inspired conversations with fearless Asian women about how ideas and passions can ignite transformative journeys. She currently leads Diversity and Inclusion for OMD USA.[44]
Filmography
Television Appearances: As Self
- 2012: CW's "The Next"
- 2011: MYX TV's "MYX TV Top 10"
- 2006–2008: mtvU's "The Freshmen"
Film: Actress
- 2012: "The Illuminators: Division"
- 2012: "The Chronicles of Elijah Sincere"
- 2012: "You're Nobody 'til Somebody Kills You"
- 2011: "Queen of Media"
Film: Producer
- 2012: "The Illuminators: Division"
Discography
Full studio albums
Year | Album |
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2013 | Ayahuasca
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2012 | Hunter
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Extended plays
Year | Album |
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2011 | Fan Fair
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2010 | B-Side
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References
- ^ Tom Laventure. "Baiyu releases new EP". Archived from the original on April 21, 2011. Retrieved April 16, 2011.
- ^ Baiyu Bio Archived December 26, 2019, at the Wayback Machine Retrieved October 29, 2014.
- ^ Baiyu Chen – IMDb
- ^ a b Wistar Wilson (March 9, 2006). "Sara Chen '08". Archived from the original on June 3, 2012. Retrieved March 9, 2006.
- ^ "Baiyu releases new EP | Asian American Press". Archived from the original on April 21, 2011. Retrieved April 17, 2011.
- ^ "Dailyprincetonian.Com". Archived from the original on December 8, 2015. Retrieved December 2, 2015.
- ^ "Ryan Leslie – When We Dance ft. Baiyu". Youtube. January 20, 2010. Retrieved January 20, 2010.
- ^ Video: Ryan Leslie f. Baiyu, "When We Dance" « The FADER
- ^ "baiyu_bossip_press.jpg". baiyuonline.com. 2011. Archived from the original on May 2, 2012. Retrieved June 30, 2014.
- ^ a b iTunes – Music – Baiyu
- ^ Yodee. "BAIYU RELEASES NEW SINGLE "TOGETHER" AND ALL PROFITS WILL GO DIRECTLY TO JAPAN". Archived from the original on April 13, 2011. Retrieved April 11, 2011.
- ^ 2/21/2011 Record Breakers Chart | Rapnetwork Record Breakers
- ^ "Baiyu – "Together"". Archived from the original on October 5, 2012. Retrieved August 28, 2011.
- ^ "Together Video | Baiyu | MTV UK". Archived from the original on October 22, 2012. Retrieved August 28, 2011.
- ^ Together | Baiyu | Videos de música | MTVLA
- ^ http://www.mtv.ca/music/video_browse_play.jhtml?vid=673145&aid=3961587[permanent dead link]
- ^ Baiyu | Biografias de Artistas, Videoclips, Noticias, Fotos | MTV España
- ^ Baiyu | Together | 06/08/2011 | Vídeos | MTV Brasil Archived March 18, 2012, at the Wayback Machine
- ^ Baiyu | Biografías de artistas, videos de música, noticias, fotos | VH1 LA
- ^ "The Meet & Greet: Baiyu". May 7, 2011. Retrieved May 7, 2011.
- ^ kynyus (April 6, 2011). "Baiyu "I'm Like Eclectic R&B Pop"". Global Grind. Retrieved June 30, 2014.
- ^ "Baiyu feat. Fred The Godson – 'Take A Number'". January 10, 2011. Archived from the original on February 4, 2013. Retrieved January 10, 2011.
- ^ MTV IGGY | The Future of Music – Discover the Best New Music from Around the World Archived June 21, 2010, at the Wayback Machine
- ^ "Sound Check: Baiyu – B Side". February 1, 2011. Retrieved February 1, 2011.
- ^ "Press".
- ^ "Baiyu: Fan Fair – an amazing pop/hip-hop album featured on FrostWire". December 11, 2011. Retrieved December 11, 2011.
- ^ HUNTER | Baiyu
- ^ BAIYU | Official Website » a night to never forget: hunter at custo
- ^ "Baiyu Celebrates the Release of Hunter at Custo Barcelona". June 19, 2012. Archived from the original on February 4, 2013. Retrieved June 19, 2012.
- ^ "Baiyu Celebrates The Release of Hunter at Custo Barcelona in NYC, Plus Download The Disc Now". June 18, 2012. Archived from the original on June 23, 2012. Retrieved June 18, 2012.
- ^ Video: Baiyu Feat. Rotimi – Invisible [Unsigned Hype]
- ^ Baiyu | Pictures & Songs | Baiyu 2013 Videos on MuchMusic.com
- ^ "New Videos: Streamz, Baiyu & Shaliek Rivers". May 15, 2012. Retrieved May 15, 2012.
- ^ Brad Stern (June 19, 2012). "Cheryl, Eva Simons, Dawn Richard + More: Top 5 Must-Hear Pop Songs Of The Week". MTV. Retrieved June 19, 2012.
- ^ Sprayground Backpacks, Bags, and Accessories – Home Spring 2013
- ^ Celebs
- ^ Gabriel (July 27, 2012). "Fly News: Singer Baiyu Will Be On CW's 'The Next' w/ Nelly As Her Mentor". Retrieved July 27, 2012.
- ^ "Michael Jackson, Amy Winehouse, Kenalsworld llc generates list". Archived from the original on February 11, 2013.
- ^ Tyson4kgc (January 26, 2013). "13 SO UNSOUND Artists to Watch in 2013". UNSOUND Magazine. Archived from the original on October 23, 2013. Retrieved June 30, 2014.
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: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ "New Album: AYAHUASCA". baiyuonline.com. November 30, 2013. Retrieved June 30, 2014.
- ^ "Baiyu's Giving Page".
- ^ "Well Done! NYC Award Benefit". Archived from the original on March 2, 2013.
- ^ "Hear Us Roar: The Podcast". September 28, 2019. Retrieved September 28, 2019.
- ^ "Sara Porritt". September 28, 2019. Retrieved September 28, 2019.
External links
- Official website
- Baiyu at IMDb