Profile of Elson Soh

Introducing Elson Soh

Elson Soh (苏奕铨) - 20 years old; 178 cm in height; was uncovered by his manager in the year 2005 and was signed immediately under a Singapore based Label Record and Artiste Management company. Elson has a special and unique tone to his voice as well as a style on his own towards his singing and music.

In 2006, Elson released his first Single, titled 祝你幸福; a collaboration with EMI Music Singapore. The soft ballad moved many and it slowly captured the hearts of people through the song’s lyrics. Despite his hectic army life, which unfortunately also did not allow him much time for friends and family, his second Single 了解, is a precise reflection of his innermost thoughts.

Since his debut in showbiz, Elson has graced many magazines and radio stations, and also won the title “Most Kissable Guy 2009” by Mediacorp Channel U. Apart from that, Elson also participated in one of the drama production by Channel U and also attended one variety show at OKTO.

Elson’s passion in music have touches the heart of many music lovers and youngsters. On the side note, he is always ready to share his knowledge of music with other people, though the humble him often felt he wasn’t good enough. Elson always felt that he should teach everyone the best. “I’m still learning and very raw lah.” he said. Thus, he never stops learning.

In 2009, Elson will be co-managed by Shine Models together with M5 Royal Music. He also has been appointed as Youth Box Ambassador and assists in promoting local Chinese music. Elson will be releasing his debut full album end of the year in Singapore and Malaysia. He will be heading to Taiwan in the year of 2010 for his album promotion.

With a dream since young, Elson never stopped pursuing the knowledge quest and his musical talent is very much acknowledged by his supporters, music talents and the radio DJs themselves.

Profile

Name : Elson Soh Yi Quan (苏奕铨)
Race: Chinese
Country of Residence: Singapore
Date of Birth: 6th September 1988
Spoken Language: English and Mandarin
Instruments: Guitar, Pop-Piano, Drum, Cello
Favorite Sports: Basketball, Soccer, Bowling
Talent Skills: Singing, Acting, Hosting, Modelling, Composing, Teaching

Music

Year 2009

2nd Singles / EP Album

Year 2008 / 2006

EP Album / 1st Singles

Training

1. TV Acting Course (Singapore Media Academy - Mr Chua Swan)
2. Event Hosting Workshop (Zoom Arts Group - Ckay Lim)
3. Grooming and Deportment Course (Shine Models - Jud Lim)
4. Stage and Media Training (M5 Royal Music - William Soh)
5. Vocal Training Lesson (Personal Coaching - John Lee)
6. Music Arrangement and Composing Course (Personal Coaching - Pin Ming)
7. Drum Lesson (Little Bozzworkz - Jenson Koh)
8. Hip Hop Lesson (Attitude Studio - Alex Ow)

Performance and Experience

Print Ads

Hougang Mall, Tampines Mall, Marina Square, Angelsky8, Party World KTV

Television

Channel U, OKTO

Radio

JIA 883, YES 933, Capital 958, Radio 1003

Media

UW Magazine, I-Weekly, Teenage, Teens, Lianhe Wan Bao, Xin Ming Daily News, Choices Magazine, Lianhe Zao Bao, Straits Times, The Newpaper, Wo Bao, TODAY

Performance

Year 2006
Party World - Debut Singles Promotion
Hereen HMV - Promotion Rally for Be A Star
Pioneer JC - Open House
NTU SCE - Graduation Dinner and Dance
Genting Highlands - Guest Artiste for Be A Star

Year 2007
Esplanade Recital - Love Infinity Concert
Temasek Poly - Open House
Suntec City - Performance at Suntec City My Playground Opening
K Box K Union - Judge for K Rapper Competition
Hougang Mall - Promotion Rally for Battle of the Voices
Hougang Hub - Countdown to 2008 with Minister of Foreign Affairs

Year 2008
Ngee Ann City - Singapore Disability Sports Council
JIA 883 - 1st Anniversary Birthday Party
Vivo City - Love Infinity Press Conference
NUS High School - Chambers of the Heart Concert
Indonesia Batam - Music Exchange Program with Minister of Manpower

Year 2009
Bukit Timah CC - Chinese New Year Celebration with Minister of State for Community Development, Youth and Sport
Chinatown Point - Autograph for 2nd Singles
Bukit Timah Plaza - Challenge the Celebrities
K Box - New Demo Introduction and Fanclub’s Gathering
Toa Payoh Central - Heartland Fiesta
Pomo - Pomo Sounds Performance
Bukit Panjang Plaza - Youth Box LIVE Concert

Community

Year 2008
Sichuan Earthquake Fund Raising with Touch Community Services
Red Cross Bears Ambassador visit to Red Cross Home
Chambers of the Heart Fund Raising Concert with Singapore Heart Foundation

Year 2009
Anti-Drug Abuse Campaign together with Central Narcotics Bureau
Fund Raising for Feisty Princess Charmaine

Achievement

Year 2009

Most Kissable Guy by Channel U

Youth Box Ambassador by Youth Box

Nomination

Year 2009

Best Local Celebrity Blog by Singapore Blogs Award

Youth Venturer Award by Stars of Shine