Andy Roda
Andy Roda is a Danish-Filipino recording artist, singer, songwriter, arranger, producer, engineer, instrumentalist, visual artist, DJ, dancer and actor. Owner of ALIGN Records.
Early life
Andy Roda is the youngest child of two Filipino immigrants to Denmark. He grew up in Copenhagen in a home with no music other than the radio and a limited vinyl record collection.He started his singing career with the Danish Boys Choir. As a teenager Roda, was first signed to an independent label, but later discovered by Virgin Records.
Career
DISH
After graduating from Sankt Annæ Gymnasium, Roda released his self-written and co-produced debut album Dish on Virgin Records in 1999. After a tour, he recorded a second album for the same label which was never released.New York City
He subsequently relocated to New York City. Andy Roda first appeared on national television in the US when he competed in the show Next Big Star on Pax TV and came in second in the grand finale of the competition.In New York City, Andy Roda regularly performed in live venues, among other in Ashford & Simpson's Sugar Bar, and he performed as the opening act for R&B singer Jon B.
Philippines
- In 2007, Andy Roda released the single "Shake Yo Thang" and wrote and produced the song "Real Man" for Filipino superstar Vina Morales, as well as "Dancing Naked" for girl group the Kitty Girls. Both songs appeared on the Supahdance Album that was later certified gold. That same year, he founded the record label POGI Entertainment, mainly focusing on releasing his material. The first release was the EP/single "Aiyahh" which became part of an international advertising campaign for Puma fragrances, covering 15 European countries.
- Roda wrote and produced "Samson's Hair" for the 2009 Hollywood teen comedy Love at First Hiccup. For the Danish singer Monique Spartalis he also arranged and produced the song "Song for the Forgotten" of which the revenue was donated to the Danish Red Cross.
Safri Duo & Tourlife
- In 2009, Andy Roda toured as a backing vocalist with Danish superstar Thomas Helmig and also contributed in this role to Helmig's studio album Tommy Boy. On this tour, Roda was spotted by the multi-platinum selling act Safri Duo and invited to front their upcoming live tours and shows. Andy Roda and Safri Duo closed the Dni Morza Festival in Szczecin.
- In 2011 the "Superstar" single was released through POGI Entertainment. The official music video marked Andy Roda's debut as a director and visual effects animator.
- In June 2012, Roda and female DJ duo Delicious formed the group A.R.D and released "Love Is In Your Heart" on Uniform Beat / Playground Music Scandinavia.
Eurovision Song Contest
- In the Eurovision Song Contest 2014, Roda was one of Basim's backing singers and dancers when they presented the Danish entry "Cliche Love Song" live on stage.
- In 2015, Roda participated himself in Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2015, the Danish national pre-selection for the Eurovision Song Contest 2015. His entry "Love Is Love" was written by Andy Roda and Maria H. Jensen, and produced with the Pegboard Nerds.
- In the Eurovision Song Contest 2017, Roda joined the Danish delegation as backing vocalist for singer Anja Nissen with the song, "Where I Am".
ALIGN Records
- 2017 also marked the year of Andy Roda's rebranding of music, with a string of chart topping releases on acclaimed House Music labels, including KingStreet Records, Ibadan Records, Blacksoul records, Tinted Records, and his own ALIGN Records.
Theatre and Acting
- 2018: "Beat It - Die Show Über Den King Of Pop!" . Roda is part of the first German theatre musical production "Beat It" based on "The King Of Pop" Michael Jackson's life, playing multiple roles, including Marlon Jackson, "The Promoter" and singing and dancing in iconic choreographies such as "Smooth Criminal", "Thriller", "Beat It" on tour in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria.
- 2017: "Efter Brylluppet" playing the role as "Christian Refner" in "Efter Brylluppet" - by Danish director Susanne Bier a Best Foreign Film nominee at the Academy Awards in 2005. The musical theatre production was adapted for stage and directed by Peter Langdal, produced by Aarhus Musikhus, and Betty Nansen Theatre in Copenhagen.
- 2008: "Filipinos in America"
Open Mic
- In 2018, Roda formed Berlin's Most Finest Open Mic - a regular live music showcase in Berlin.
- In January 2013, Roda and Christine Pedersen organized the first "The Church Berlin" party in Kreuzberg neighbourhood in Berlin.
Andy Roda pres. "The Short & Sweet Session"
- In March 2020, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Andy created his first weekly Facebook Live Series entitled "Andy Roda pres. The Short & Sweet Session" as a way to stay connected and inspired with fellow artists. Guests included house music legends Robert Owens, Inaya Day, Linda Andrews, Thomas Barsoe, Nyassa Alberta to name a few.
Discography
Albums
- 1999: “Dish”
Singles
- 2017: “Get On Up”
- 2017: “Please”
- 2017: “Dance On”
- 2017: “Never Knew”
- 2017: “Lovin You EP”
- 2017: “Movin ’n Werkin’”
- 2017: “Rock The Boat”
- 2017: “Fired Up”
- 2017: “U Don’t Even Know Me”
- 2016: “High On Love”
- 2015: "Love Is Love"
- 2013: "I'm Here" - Thomas Mengel feat. Andy Roda
- 2012: "Superstar"
- 2012: "Love Is In Your Heart"
- 2011: "Beautiful"
- 2010: "Shake Your Thang"
- 2009: "Ready 2 Love U"
- 2009: Dee-Nice feat. Andy Roda - "I'm Ready"
- 2009: Andy Roda - "Slave"
- 2009: "Samson's Hair"
- 2008: "Aiyahh"
- 2006: "Step By Step" - Ron Gelfer feat. Andy Roda
- 2004: "Crying Days Are Over" - Zindy feat. Andy Roda
- 2001: "Nyd livet”- Clemens feat. Andy Roda -
- 1999: "Something to Talk About"
- 1999: "Secret"
- 1998: "The Power"
Appears On
- 2019: Lucas Rieger feat. Nico Santos -
- 2018: Alex Scuderi - I Feel The Same
- 2018: Alex Scuderi - I Feel The Same
- 2017: Janne Tavi Feat. Robert Owens -
- 2017: SF9 - Jungle Game
- 2015: "Can’t Get You out of My Mind”- Meeco feat. Aaron Marcellus, Yahzarah, Ingrid Arthur, Andy Roda, Wanja Janeva, Shedrick Mitchell, Brad Allen Williams, Bryan Smith, David "DJ" Ginyard, Jermaine Parrish & Alan Plummer
- 2012: Julie Lindell - To Whom It May Concern
- 2011: "Song for the Forgotten"
- 2009: Thomas Helmig - Tommy Boy
- 1998: ADL - "Love Trippin"
Awards and Nominations