Orfeo (artist)
| Orfeo | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Robert Castillo |
| Born | March 25, 1983 |
| Origin | Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Genres | Soul, Electronic, R&B |
| Occupation(s) | Vocalist, Producer |
| Years active | 2012–present |
| Labels | Quieres Chicle?, Fresh Selects |
| Website |
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Orfeo (born Robert Castillo) is a classically trained opera singer from Los Angeles, California. The name Orfeo was chosen as a tribute to the Baroque opera titled L’Orfeo, whose central theme is the Greek legend Orpheus’ ability to seduce all living things with his music and sound. Although Orfeo’s background revolves around a classical setting, his vocal styling and influences are drawn from modern singers Smokey Robinson, Donna Summer and Sylvester.[1]
History
Orfeo released his debut EP, the Orfeo EP in 2012, which was produced and co-written by Robin Hannibal (Quadron/Rhye) with a boutique record label Quieres Chicle? conceived by KCRW's Mathieu Schreyer.[2]
Orfeo has also been featured on Computer Jay's Savage Planet Discotheque vol. 2 EP. The music video for "Hardships," the second track on the EP, was featured on MTVU's "The Freshmen."[3]
Discography
EPs and singles
- Orfeo EP (2012)
Features
References
- ↑ "Orfeo - Orfeo EP (12inch) - VINYL/12inch - Favorite Recordings Shop". www.thepusher.fr. Retrieved 2016-02-24.
- ↑ "BEYOND BUZZ: Orfeo first EP on Quieres Chicle Records.". Retrieved 2016-02-24.
- ↑ "You Pick The Video That Gets On Air". mtvu.com. Retrieved 2016-02-24.