Xiao Ke (China)
“The warm and inherently powerful sound of Bösendorfer pianos moves me deeply. I can hear any emotion I desire through my Bösendorfer piano.”
Xiao Ke is a leading figure in the Chinese music industry, profoundly influencing generations of Chinese musicians in both composition and performance. He is one of the rare all-round talents in music, capable of combining humor with the versatility of his compositions.
• In 1995, he signed with Beijing Red Star Music Production House, becoming one of its artists, and released his first self-titled album,<Xiao Ke>. The following year, he was honored with the “Ten-Year Achievement Award in Chinese Pop Music.”
• In 1999, Xiao Ke’s song <Waiting for Your Love>, created for the TV series Cherish Our Love Forever, won the “Top Ten Golden Songs Award” and “Outstanding Film and Television Song of the Year” on the China Music Chart. This single became widely popular across China.
• In 2007, he released the album <Serves You Right> and premiered his musical <Why Do I Love You?>.
• In 2008, he composed <Beijing Welcomes You> for the Beijing Olympics, and in the same year, he received the “Special Contribution to Music Award” at the 9th CCTV-MTV Music Awards.
• In 2011, his song <Because of Love> for the film <Cherish Our Love Forever> won the “Digital Music Golden Melody Award” at the 8th China Gold Record Awards.
• In 2013, his song <The Sound of nature won the “Best Original Song Award” at the 6th China Original Music Awards.
• In 2019, his album <Celebration at Fifty> was nominated for the “Mainland Best Album of the Year Award” at the Chinese Music Awards.
Xiao Ke’s journey reflects his remarkable talent and dedication, establishing him as a monumental influence in Chinese music.