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Amiko, a New Pop Artist and Soccer Coach sees single "Reckless" climb to Top 10 on UK Music Week Commercial Pop Chart.
Emerging Dance/Pop Artist Amiko Climbs the UK Music Week Charts and the DJ Buzz Charts in France with "Reckless" Remixes by Sean Finn and Klubjumpers
Amiko, Dance/Pop Sensation has Early Success Reaching the Top Ten with the French DJ Buzz Charts, UK Music Week and on Select US Radio Stations Rotational Play. The artist's breakthrough single reaches Top Ten on the UK Music Week Commercial Pop Club Chart
DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, October 2, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Amiko, a new Dallas, Texas based dance/pop artist, continues to make waves in the music industry as her single Reckless reached new heights on the UK's Music Week Commercial Pop Club Chart. The track, remixed by renowned DJs Sean Finn and Klubjumpers, arrived on the chart at #29, after a steady rise, got into the top 10 reaching its peak at #7 over a four-week period.
The remixes of Reckless are also charting on three of DJ Buzz’s charts in France - the week of September 19th-26th - peaking at #3 on Le Buzz Chart (ahead of Eminem and Billie Eilish) and finishing at #5 (up from #15 last week) on Le Hit Des Clubs chart, Amiko is also at #5 having climbed 14 spots from last week’s Le Real Chart DJ Buzz, sharing space with the likes of Shaboozey and David Guetta’s global smash “A Bar Song (Tipsy).” The success of her single release, "Reckless," extends beyond Amiko's peak at #7 on the UK Music Week Commercial Pop Club Chart, which ended on September 26th. In France, the remixes have gained significant traction, making her achievement a hat trick. The music industry is new to Amiko, and with over 430,000 streams on Spotify alone, all of the “Reckless” remixes are finding a broad international audience for streaming while also keeping equal pace in the US.
In addition to early career success, Amiko's Reckless Klubjumpers Remix is currently being played on six US regional radio stations, further expanding the song’s reach. Her first radio interview with Melissa Bonilla on Splash 98.5 FM in New Jersey will soon be aired, marking another key milestone in her rising career. It is also a testament to the artist’s vocal and writing strengths with infectious lyrics that hook the listener. She attributes her early entry onto the dance/pop charts to her forming a winning team early in her career. Amiko co-wrote Reckless with Grammy Award-winning producer Carlos Battey (Jackie’s Boy), whose credits include collaborations with Madonna and Justin Bieber and 12 #1 Billboard Hits. Amiko expressed her gratitude, "It's an honor to have the lead vocals and a co-write on Reckless with Carlos Battey (Jackie’s Boy), and I am thrilled to have a global audience for my original music because of this collaboration!"
Beyond music, Amiko has a deep connection to soccer, as a former player and current youth soccer coach for 12 + years, she has dedicated numerous hours on her US Soccer coaching education with North Texas Soccer in Frisco, Texas and works with grassroots and competitive players in Dallas, Texas. She knows her commitment, as a former player and current coach, set the table and inspired her to pursue her goal of performing her original music live at the FIFA World Cup in 2026-27 at Dallas Cowboys, AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, aiming high to combine two of her favorite things—music and soccer---and dedicate her achievements to all those who have lived a life of ignited passion for the love of the beautiful game.
About Amiko
Amiko is a Dallas-based EDM dance/pop artist who was born to American parents in Japan and her father served on a US Military Base. The pronunciation of her stage name is with a long A (Ay-me-koh). She came to the name authentically, as her Japanese babysitter gave it to her as an infant. In Japan (Amiko, Ah-me-koh) continues to be a part of a deep cultural tradition and In order to respect the culture where she was born, the change -made by her father - was to honor the distinction that she was an American born in Japan. Amiko has also worked and volunteered as a fundraiser to help pediatric cancer foundations, childhood education and "play" based physical education projects throughout her life.
POP CYBER - ARTICLE BY GUSTAVO NEVES 10/24-2024
Amiko, uma nova artista pop e treinadora de futebol, vê o single “Reckless” subir para o Top 10 no UK Music Week Commercial Pop Chart.
Os remixes de “Reckless” também estão nas paradas de três listas do DJ Buzz na França — na semana de 19 a 26 de setembro — chegando ao #3 no Le Buzz Chart (à frente de Eminem e Billie Eilish) e terminando em #5 (subindo do #15 na semana anterior) no Le Hit Des Clubs Chart. Amiko também está em #5, subindo 14 posições desde a semana anterior no Le Real Chart DJ Buzz, ao lado de artistas como Shaboozey e David Guetta com o sucesso global “A Bar Song (Tipsy)”. O sucesso do lançamento do single “Reckless” vai além do pico em #7 no UK Music Week Commercial Pop Club Chart, que terminou em 26 de setembro. Na França, os remixes ganharam grande tração, tornando seu feito um “hat trick”. A indústria musical é nova para Amiko, mas com mais de 430.000 streams apenas no Spotify, todos os remixes de “Reckless” estão encontrando um público internacional amplo para streaming, mantendo um ritmo semelhante também nos EUA.
Além do sucesso inicial da carreira, o Remix Klubjumpers de “Reckless” está sendo reproduzido em seis estações de rádio regionais dos EUA, ampliando ainda mais o alcance da música. Sua primeira entrevista de rádio com Melissa Bonilla na Splash 98.5 FM em New Jersey será transmitida em breve, marcando outro marco importante em sua carreira ascendente. Isso também é um testemunho das habilidades vocais e de composição da artista, com letras envolventes que cativam o ouvinte. Ela atribui sua entrada precoce nas paradas de dance/pop à formação de uma equipe vencedora logo no início de sua carreira. Amiko coescreveu “Reckless” com o produtor vencedor do Grammy Carlos Battey (Jackie’s Boy), cujos créditos incluem colaborações com Madonna, Justin Bieber e 12 hits #1 na Billboard. Amiko expressou sua gratidão: “É uma honra ser a vocalista principal e coautora de ‘Reckless’ com Carlos Battey (Jackie’s Boy), e estou emocionada por ter uma audiência global para minha música original por causa dessa colaboração!”
Escrito por Gustavo Neves
Gustavo Neves, jornalista e especialista em marketing, produção de conteúdo e definição de linha editorial, possui vasta experiência na realização de entrevistas, organização de coberturas de eventos, gerenciamento de redes sociais e coordenação da equipe.
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RECKLESS - KLUBJUMPERS REMIX - EDM JUNKIES REVIEW
Amiko 's latest release, "Reckless Klubjumpers Remix," is here and it's already turning heads with its electrifying energy. This remix of her debut single, originally recorded with Carlos Battey, also known as Jackies Boy, brings a dynamic new twist to the track, showcasing the Klubjumpers' signature style.
Born in Chitose, Hokkaido, Japan, Amiko’s name translates to "precious little girl," a reflection of her rich cultural heritage and personal journey. Raised in Washington DC and Minnesota, she explored a wide range of interests from gymnastics and dance to poetry and soccer.
Amiko’s journey is as inspiring as her music. Following a successful soccer career, including playing for the Women’s D-1 Development Soccer team at the University of Minnesota and winning two Big Ten Championships, she has ventured into various roles, from freelance writing to hospitality management. Her commitment to pediatric cancer foundations and youth soccer underscores her dedication to making a positive impact.
In her message to fans, Amiko emphasizes the importance of embracing life's highs and lows, finding joy in every moment, and taking time for oneself. With the "Reckless Klubjumpers Remix" now available, Amiko invites everyone to experience this high-energy take on her debut single.
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FAST-EMERGING DUAL GENRE ARTIST
AMIKO ENJOYS OUT OF THE BOX
SUCCESS WITH HER COUNTRY SINGLE
“HAT TRICK” AND #1 AMAZON
DANCE/ELECTRONIC TRACK “RECKLESS”
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In an industry that often tells indie artists that the only road to a devoted fan base is choosing a single lane for creative expression, fast emerging vocalist and songwriter Amiko is an immediate force to be reckoned with in two completely different musical worlds.
At the end of March, the Dallas based, genre defying artist’s debut country single “Hat Trick” recently hit #2 (just behind Beyonce’s “Texas Hold ‘Em”) on the Apple iTunes Country Sales chart and, laying a foundation for future international success, reached #5 on the Ireland Top 100 chart for all music genres. The track is on course for a remix by Drew G of the remixing duo Dirty Pop, whose credits include Beyonce, Madonna and Cher.
The same week, the original version of Amiko’s first dance/pop single “Reckless” – also released by Dauman Music – hit #1 on the Amazon Worldwide New Releases Best Sellers Dance/Electronic chart and #2 on the Amazon Worldwide Movers and Shakers Dance/Electronic sales chart. Amiko also dropped a remix of “Reckless” by Sean Finn, best known for his collaboration with Corona “The Rhythm of the Night,” which has over 46M streams on Spotify.
Testament to Amiko’s wide range of powerhouse talents and potential as a multi-faceted artist, she is collaborating out of the box with top level songwriters. “Hat Trick” is a co-write with We Are Telaport, the husband and wife duo of Sierra D’Lannie Coleman and Stephen Coleman. The singer co-wrote “Reckless” with Artan Kaleshi and Carlos Battey, aka Jackie’s Boy, a #1 charting Billboard songwriter who has collaborated with Luke Combs, Flo Rida, Madonna, David Guetta, Chris Brown, Sean Kingston, Justin Bieber, Johnny Gill and Charlie Wilson, among others.
“While it’s also used in hockey and cricket, soccer is the largest sport in the world that uses the phrase ‘Hat Trick’ for players who score three goals in a game,” say Amiko. “While I am a major sports fan, the song for me is a metaphor for life, the idea of an incredible accomplishment, achieving something that is hard to do. It’s an emotional story about pushing ourselves further in life than we originally thought we could go. It’s about being a single woman again and wanting to live my life more fully, achieving more and more moving forward.
“While it’s a whole different vibe musically, ‘Reckless’ is another song inspired by the idea that a healthy marriage needs to include moments of daring the status quo, just enough to keep it less predictable,” she adds. “Maybe if we had been more fun and been a little reckless in our marriage, and thrown more caution to the wind, we could have made it. Both songs are really about how I’m feeling about life these days and reflect my ongoing growth as a human being always trying to reach my full potential.”
Born in Chitose, Hokkaido, Japan to an Army Intelligence Officer assigned to Kuma Station and a mother who was the base’s kindergarten teacher, Amiko comes by her artist name naturally. Her babysitter, a traditional Japanese elder-woman, called her “Amiko,” which means “precious little girl.” Inspired by her daughter, who was born in the 2nd trimester prematurely and under 3lbs, who needed a lot of medical intervention before pre-school began, Amiko joined friends and her daughter joined as well, volunteering in a start-up non-profit called The Dragonfly Foundation in Cincinnati, which helps pediatric cancer families and patients find strength, peace, and joy by providing supportive care and fun events. She became the foundation’s 1st Development Director, helping to raise over $800,000.00 in their first year as a start-up and procuring permanent fundraisers, donors and board members, in addition to writing grant requests and assisting with event planning and auctions.
The great love of Amiko’s life is soccer. First playing at age 12 growing up in the Minneapolis suburb of Burnsville, she attended the University of Minnesota, where she played two years of undefeated soccer on the Division I Development Women’s Soccer team and won two Big Ten championships. Amiko won three Minnesota State Championships from the ages of 14-18 and, because of her winning mindset, has dedicated herself to youth soccer coaching for the past 12 years and inspiring the young players she coaches to be winners in life. She also earned the latest certifications in US Soccer youth coaching with the most recent C License in 2023. One of her goals as an artist is to combine her passions and collaborate, write and record the sounds of soccer and perform live at the FIFA World Cups in 2026-27. Amiko says, “It’s a full circle moment to do this with and for the people who also love soccer, have sacrificed so much and also live a life of ignited passion because of the sport!”
