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Aysel Mammadova (Azerbaijani: Aysel Məmmədova; born 3 July 1989), known professionally as Aisel, is an Azerbaijani singer. She represented Azerbaijan in the Eurovision Song Contest 2018 with the song "X My Heart". She has also performed the Azerbaijan national anthem at the opening of the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2023.
Early life
[edit]Mammadova attended the Special Secondary Musical School and the Azerbaijan State Conservatory.[1]
Career
[edit]Mammadova participated in the Baku International Jazz Festival in 2005 and 2006, and the Montreux Jazz Festival in 2009.[2] She is a member of the Baku Jazz Center.[3]
Eurovision Song Contest
[edit]Mammadova was announced as the Azerbaijani artist for the Eurovision Song Contest 2018 on 8 November 2017.[4] Her entry, "X My Heart", was released on 4 March 2018.[5]
She performed first in the first semi-final on 8 May, placing 11th with 94 points, 14 points behind tenth-place Finland. She received 47 points from both the jury and the televote, receiving 12 points from the Greek jury. Her entry was the first Azerbaijani entry not to qualify for the final.[6]
In regards to the song, Aisel stated: "I feel a strong connection with the lyrics of the song, since believing in myself made me overcome several difficulties I had in my life. This is a message I want to send to everyone: believing in yourself can make you stronger than cannonballs."[7] However, two years later, she said that she regretted her performance with "X My Heart", and said that she had never actually connected with the song.[8]
In late October 2023, Aisel was revealed as one of the sixteen shortlisted candidates in the 2024 Azerbaijani selection,[9] and the next week, she was announced to be among the six who had moved on to the final stage.[10] She ultimately was not selected.
Discography
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References
[edit]- ^ Adams, William Lee (8 November 2017). "Azerbaijan: AISEL will sing at the Eurovision Song Contest 2018". Wiwibloggs. Retrieved 15 February 2020.
- ^ "Oh Mammadova! Aisel to represent Azerbaijan at Eurovision in 2018". eurovision.tv. EBU. 8 November 2017. Archived from the original on 8 November 2017. Retrieved 15 February 2020.
- ^ Davies, Megan (8 November 2017). "Azerbaijan: AISEL to Lisbon". Eurovoix. Archived from the original on 9 November 2017. Retrieved 15 February 2020.
- ^ van Lith, Nick (8 November 2017). "AISEL to represent Azerbaijan at Eurovision 2018!". escxtra.com. Archived from the original on 19 October 2023. Retrieved 15 February 2020.
- ^ Noutsos, Angelos (3 March 2018). "Azerbaijan: Aisel to sing "X My Heart" at Eurovision". escxtra.com. Archived from the original on 2 August 2021. Retrieved 15 February 2020.
- ^ "Azerbaijan - Eurovision Song Contest". eurovision.tv. EBU. Archived from the original on 25 November 2020. Retrieved 15 February 2020.
- ^ Aderemi, Deban (3 March 2018). ""X My Heart" — Aisel reveals Azerbaijan song title ahead of Sunday reveal". Wiwibloggs. Archived from the original on 7 April 2018. Retrieved 4 February 2021.
- ^ Giacometti, Emilia (20 September 2020). "Aisel zažalila nastup s "X My Heart"". eurosong.hr. Archived from the original on 30 October 2020. Retrieved 20 September 2020.
- ^ Granger, Anthony (29 October 2023). "Azerbaijan: Live Auditions Take Place in Baku for Eurovision 2024". Eurovoix. Archived from the original on 29 October 2023. Retrieved 29 October 2023.
- ^ Stephenson, James (6 November 2023). "Azerbaijan: Six Acts Remain in Contention for Eurovision 2024". Eurovoix. Archived from the original on 6 November 2023. Retrieved 6 November 2023.
- ^ "SS Production". Discogs. Archived from the original on 22 November 2022. Retrieved 4 June 2023.
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Aisel (singer)
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Early life and education
Family background
Aysel Mammadova, known professionally as Aisel, was born on July 3, 1989, in Baku, Azerbaijan.[10] She was raised in a musical family, where music permeated daily life and provided her with immersion from an early age. Her parents, both pianists, with her mother teaching pupils at home, played a key role in this environment; as a child, Mammadova would replicate entire piano programs after her mother's lessons, demonstrating innate talent recognized by her instructors. This familial setting fostered a deep connection to music, with relatives including singers and performers who encouraged creative expression within the household.[11][12][13]Musical training
Aisel Mammadova began her formal musical education at the Bulbul Secondary School of Music in Baku, where she studied from 1995 to 2006, focusing primarily on piano and vocal training.[14][15] This secondary vocational institution provided her with foundational skills in classical music techniques, emphasizing technical proficiency on the piano and basic vocal development.[16] Inspired by her family's musical heritage, Mammadova advanced her studies by enrolling at the Azerbaijan State Conservatory at the age of 16 in 2005, entering the classic piano department.[11][13] She graduated in 2010, having deepened her expertise in piano performance.[17][18] Throughout her conservatory years, Mammadova developed as a multifaceted musician, honing her abilities as a pianist through rigorous classical training and emerging as a skilled jazz vocalist with influences from soul music.[14]Professional career
Early performances
Aisel began her professional performances in the mid-2000s, establishing herself within Azerbaijan's jazz community through appearances at prominent local festivals. She performed at the Baku International Jazz Festival in 2005 and 2006, showcasing her vocal talents alongside established jazz musicians.[19] These early shows highlighted her skills as a jazz vocalist, drawing attention in Baku's burgeoning music scene. As a member of the Baku Jazz Center since the late 2000s, Aisel contributed to the local jazz scene by participating in collaborative projects that fused classics, jazz, and electronic elements, often featuring English lyrics.[20] Her involvement helped nurture emerging talent and promote jazz as a vibrant genre in Azerbaijan during the late 2000s and early 2010s. Her formal training at the Azerbaijan State Conservatory laid the groundwork for these opportunities.[19]Eurovision Song Contest 2018
On November 8, 2017, Azerbaijani broadcaster İctimai Television (İTV) announced that Aisel Mammadova, performing under the mononym Aisel, had been internally selected to represent Azerbaijan at the Eurovision Song Contest 2018 in Lisbon, Portugal.[18] This decision followed an internal process by İTV, bypassing a national final, with the song to be revealed later.[4] Aisel, previously known for her jazz performances, marked this as her major international debut, shifting to a pop style for the contest.[21] The entry song, "X My Heart," was released on March 4, 2018, written by Greek composer Dimitris Kontopoulos and Swedish songwriter Sandra Bjurman, with arrangement by British producer Tim Bran.[17] The track featured upbeat pop elements, including electronic production and themes of self-confidence and love, produced in collaboration with a team including Philipp Kirkorov's "Dream Team."[17] An official music video, filmed in Greece, accompanied the release, showcasing Aisel in dynamic choreography against urban and natural backdrops.[11] Aisel performed "X My Heart" in the first semi-final on May 8, 2018, at the Altice Arena in Lisbon, delivering a high-energy staging with LED visuals, dancers, and a red-lit heart motif.[22] Azerbaijan received 94 points, placing 11th out of 19 participants and failing to qualify for the grand final.[23] The points breakdown included 40 from the jury and 54 from televoting, reflecting a mixed reception amid strong competition from qualifiers like Austria and Cyprus.[24]Subsequent endeavors
Following her participation in the Eurovision Song Contest 2018, where she represented Azerbaijan with the song "X My Heart," Aisel maintained an active presence in the music scene, focusing on live performances and national events. She is an active member of the Baku Animal Rescue Society, engaging in philanthropy to support homeless animals in Azerbaijan.[3] In April 2023, she performed Azerbaijan's national anthem at the opening ceremony of the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku, delivering a stirring rendition that drew widespread acclaim from the motorsport community for its emotional depth and vocal power.[25] Aisel sought a return to the Eurovision stage in late 2023, auditioning for Azerbaijan's selection process for the 2024 contest and being shortlisted among sixteen candidates announced on October 30.[26] She advanced to the final six performers following live auditions in Baku on November 15, competing with her original song "Game of Chess" before a jury panel.[27] [8] Ultimately, public broadcaster İTV selected Fahree featuring Ilkin Dovlatov with the song "Özünlə Apar" as Azerbaijan's entry for Eurovision 2024 in Malmö; Aisel served as the spokesperson announcing Azerbaijan's jury votes during the contest's grand final.[28] [9] Throughout the post-Eurovision period, Aisel has sustained her career as a singer-songwriter and pianist, blending influences from jazz, soul, and pop in her compositions and stage appearances.[29] Her work emphasizes personal songwriting and versatile live shows, drawing on her classical training while exploring contemporary genres.[30]Discography
Albums and EPs
Aisel's discography includes a mix of studio albums, EPs, and live releases, primarily in pop and fusion genres, often reflecting her Azerbaijani roots and international influences. Her early work centered on English-language pop tied to her Eurovision participation, while later releases shifted toward Azerbaijani-language projects with more rhythmic and thematic depth.| Title | Type | Release Date | Label | Notes |
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| X My Heart | EP | March 17, 2018 | K2id Productions | Pop-focused EP featuring tracks prepared for the Eurovision Song Contest 2018, including the title track as Azerbaijan's entry.[31] |
| ON | Studio album | March 3, 2023 | Beat Music | 10-track album in Azerbaijani, marking a shift to more rhythmic compositions compared to prior ballads; topped Azerbaijani music charts upon release.[32][33] |
| Sual Var | EP | November 10, 2023 | SS Production | Trilogy EP with three tracks, blending introspective lyrics and soulful arrangements.[34] |