Showing posts with label Internet. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Internet. Show all posts
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Thursday, February 6, 2014
Janice Yap featured on the Star Motoring - "Play on, Janice"
Play on, Janice
By RIZAL JOHAN
It's only been a little over two months since Janice Yap joined radio station Capital FM (88.9) as a deejay.
She can be heard on the morning show, Capital Breakfast, from 6am to 10am every weekday with co-host Pamela Chong.
But Janice is no stranger where music is concerned.
Music has been an important part of her life ever since she was a little girl and it continues to occupy a key position for her.
“I got into music by accident. I had decided to take music seriously when I was 26-years-old after winning a battle of the bands contest.
“I began writing and performing music with my band, Janice and the Supertank, and we released one album, Sleep Talking in 2010,” said Janice who was born and raised in Kuala Lumpur.
However, the band is defunct now.
Janice was the singer and songwriter for the band and wrote songs in both Bahasa Malaysia and English.
She achieved mild success during that time; two songs - Kau Di Mindaku and Just Before I Sleep - topped the local charts and the former was even featured in the local movie Istanbul.
She’s also a multi-instrumentalist.
“I can play guitar, piano and drums but I’m not that good a drummer,” she said.
She recalled that the first instrument she learnt to play was the triangle when she was in kindergarten.
Janice took piano lessons when she was seven and later, in her teenage years, taught herself how to play guitar, drums and percussion.
She went the independent way in her music career and being an ‘indie’ artiste meant that she couldn’t depend on music alone to earn a living.
Being resourceful and talented, she ventured into different mediums to support herself and, at the same time, still be able to make and play her music.
“I did theatre, acting on-stage, and television to support myself,” said the 33-year-old who previously hosted an adventure programme on 8TV called Trippin’.
Even when her band disbanded a couple of years ago, Janice went on writing music and is in the process of releasing a solo album.
“I’ve been compiling songs for two years now. It’s all English material this time and I’ll still be an indie solo artist.
“The music landscape is so different now, it’s not about being signed-on to a major label anymore,” she said.
So how did she manage to get a deejaying gig on Capital FM?
“A friend told me to audition for it and I’ve always thought about exploring radio.
“It’s a perfect fit actually (being a deejay) with what I want to do,” said Janice.
Being a deejay has been a lifestyle change for Janice because now she has to wake up by 4am in the morning, and get ready to host the show by 6am every Monday to Friday.
“I used to stay up late before, but now I have to be up really early in the morning and I’m already sleepy by 9pm,” she laughs.
Janie said she likes the new bedtime routine.
“I actually like sleeping early now and finishing work early.”
For the automania shoot, Janice was paired with a 2.0-litre Kia Cerato sedan (priced at RM118,888 on-the-road with insurance).
The car is packed with features like keyless entry with push start button, dual zone full-auto air conditioning, 10-way power driver seat with memory, six airbags and 17-inch wheels.
“I really like the air ventilated seat for the driver. The sunroof is nice and the boot is big and spacious,” she said.
She can be heard on the morning show, Capital Breakfast, from 6am to 10am every weekday with co-host Pamela Chong.
But Janice is no stranger where music is concerned.
 |
Music has been an important part of her life ever since she was a little girl and it continues to occupy a key position for her.
“I got into music by accident. I had decided to take music seriously when I was 26-years-old after winning a battle of the bands contest.
“I began writing and performing music with my band, Janice and the Supertank, and we released one album, Sleep Talking in 2010,” said Janice who was born and raised in Kuala Lumpur.
However, the band is defunct now.
Janice was the singer and songwriter for the band and wrote songs in both Bahasa Malaysia and English.
She achieved mild success during that time; two songs - Kau Di Mindaku and Just Before I Sleep - topped the local charts and the former was even featured in the local movie Istanbul.
She’s also a multi-instrumentalist.
“I can play guitar, piano and drums but I’m not that good a drummer,” she said.
She recalled that the first instrument she learnt to play was the triangle when she was in kindergarten.
Janice took piano lessons when she was seven and later, in her teenage years, taught herself how to play guitar, drums and percussion.
She went the independent way in her music career and being an ‘indie’ artiste meant that she couldn’t depend on music alone to earn a living.
Being resourceful and talented, she ventured into different mediums to support herself and, at the same time, still be able to make and play her music.
 |
Even when her band disbanded a couple of years ago, Janice went on writing music and is in the process of releasing a solo album.
“I’ve been compiling songs for two years now. It’s all English material this time and I’ll still be an indie solo artist.
“The music landscape is so different now, it’s not about being signed-on to a major label anymore,” she said.
So how did she manage to get a deejaying gig on Capital FM?
“A friend told me to audition for it and I’ve always thought about exploring radio.
“It’s a perfect fit actually (being a deejay) with what I want to do,” said Janice.
Being a deejay has been a lifestyle change for Janice because now she has to wake up by 4am in the morning, and get ready to host the show by 6am every Monday to Friday.
“I used to stay up late before, but now I have to be up really early in the morning and I’m already sleepy by 9pm,” she laughs.
Janie said she likes the new bedtime routine.
 |
| The Cerato. |
“I actually like sleeping early now and finishing work early.”
For the automania shoot, Janice was paired with a 2.0-litre Kia Cerato sedan (priced at RM118,888 on-the-road with insurance).
The car is packed with features like keyless entry with push start button, dual zone full-auto air conditioning, 10-way power driver seat with memory, six airbags and 17-inch wheels.
“I really like the air ventilated seat for the driver. The sunroof is nice and the boot is big and spacious,” she said.
 Read the full article here. |
Monday, December 3, 2012
"I'll Never Ever Let You Go" by Janice Yap
An original song, solely written & composed by Janice Yap.
This song will be featured in an upcoming musical, "Freedom".
Catch the musical at Glad Tidings Petaling Jaya this month on 21st and 22nd Dec. Click here for more info.
This song will be featured in an upcoming musical, "Freedom".
Catch the musical at Glad Tidings Petaling Jaya this month on 21st and 22nd Dec. Click here for more info.
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Janice Yap's version of John Legend's "Ordinary People"
Janice's quick take on "Ordinary People" by John Legend...
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Janice and the Supertank's "And You Know It" on Hitz.FM's MET 10!
Saturday, March 24, 2012
Janice and the Supertank, No. 1 on XFM's Malaysian Top 40 with "Just Before I Sleep"
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Janice and the Supertank - Photos from "Sleep Talking" Debut Album Launch at Hard Rock Penang!
On 11th February 2012, Janice and the Supertank officially launched their debut album, "Sleep Talking".
Many of the press and media flew to Penang to cover Janice and the Supertank's Debut Album Launch, "Sleep Talking" at the reputable Hard Rock Cafe..here are some of the pics from the launch...
Stay tuned for more pictures and videos soon...
Janice and the Supertank's debut album, "Sleep Talking" is now available at facebook.com/JaniceAndTheSupertank for only RM 20, including post charges.
The album is available online as a full album as well as individual tracks on iTunes for USD 8.91 (album) and USD 0.99 (per track).
The album will also be available in all Rock Corner shops, nationwide very soon. Stay tuned.
Many of the press and media flew to Penang to cover Janice and the Supertank's Debut Album Launch, "Sleep Talking" at the reputable Hard Rock Cafe..here are some of the pics from the launch...
 |
| Interview session with TV9 Galaksi... |
 |
| HotFM's DJ Chad dropped by just to check the band's showcase as their debut album preview |
 |
| Janice and her band, answering questions from the crew of TV3's "Muzik Muzik"... |
 |
| Harian Metro takes over with their own set of questions for Janice and her band... |
 |
| TV3 Melodi came up next to have a chat with the band... |
 |
| Janice and the Supertank, showcasing the songs on their debut album at the Hard Rock Cafe, Penang... |
 |
| Over 200 people packed the house... |
 |
| The fans, media and press watching Janice and the Supertank in action... |
Janice and the Supertank's debut album, "Sleep Talking" is now available at facebook.com/JaniceAndTheSupertank for only RM 20, including post charges.
The album will also be available in all Rock Corner shops, nationwide very soon. Stay tuned.
Janice and the Supertank - Debut Album Launch featured on XFM's "X Buzz"!
Click on the picture below to have a read.
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Janice and the Supertank is on iTunes USA and iTunes UK!
Album: Only $8.91
Per Track: Only $0.99
Click here to make your purchase via iTunes now!
Monday, February 6, 2012
Janice and the Supertank - Debut Album Launch featured on TV3's Melodi!
Janice and the Supertank were featured on TV3's Melodi as they soft-launched their debut album, "Sleep Talking", in light of their actual launch that will take place in Hard Rock Cafe Penang on the 11th February 2012. The actual launch is sponsored by Hard Rock Hotel and Hard Rock Cafe Penang and HotFM.
Friday, January 27, 2012
Janice and the Supertank, "Just Before I Sleep" - No. 1 on XFM's Malaysian Top 40 again!
Monday, January 9, 2012
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Sunday, November 6, 2011
Janice and the Supertank - Nominated for VIMA Awards 2011, "Best Female Vocalist Overall"!
Click here to register and vote for Janice!
Saturday, November 5, 2011
Janice and the Supertank - Nominated for VIMA Awards 2011, "Best Pop/R&B Song"
Click here to register and vote!
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Sunday, July 31, 2011
Monday, June 6, 2011
Janice and the Supertank - Vote for Janice's track on Muzik Muzik!
Janice's track, freshly nominated only since last week to enter the TV3's Muzik Muzik charts, has just been voted into the charts, debuting at #18!
Vote for Janice's track, "Kau Di Mindaku" at http://apps.tv3.com.my/muzikmuzik/ !
Vote for Janice's track, "Kau Di Mindaku" at http://apps.tv3.com.my/muzikmuzik/ !
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Janice and the Supertank - Photos from AfoRadio.com
Janice was featured on the AfoRadio.com, a live internet radio, last night along with her band. If you've missed it, you can listen to the replay of the session on Tuesday, 24th May, 3 - 5pm at AfoRadio.com. Click here to access their broadwave. Along with many silly jokes, you'll catch Janice doing an impromptu "make-it-as-you-go" song for DJ Nevsta in that session....
Photos courtesy of AfoRadio.com
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
