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Keren Ann
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Keren Ann performing in 2008
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| Born | 10 March 1974 Caesarea, Israel |
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| Years active | 2000–present |
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Keren Ann Zeidel, known by her stage name Keren Ann, is a talented singer, songwriter, and musician from Israel and the Netherlands. She is known for creating music in many styles, including pop, folk rock, and French pop.
Besides writing and singing her own songs, she is a composer, which means she writes music for others. She is also a music producer and engineer, helping to record and mix songs to make them sound perfect. Keren Ann is a multi-talented artist who plays the guitar, piano, and clarinet. She often lives and works in big cities like Paris, Tel Aviv, and New York City.
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Early Life and Background
Keren Ann was born in Caesarea, Israel, on March 10, 1974. Her father has a Russian-Jewish background, and her mother is of Dutch-Javanese heritage. This mix of cultures influenced her life and music.
She spent her early childhood in Israel and the Netherlands. When she was 11 years old, her family moved to Paris, France. She is fluent in three languages: English, Hebrew, and French.
Music Career
Keren Ann has had a long and successful career in music since the year 2000. She is known for her beautiful voice and thoughtful lyrics.
Solo Albums
Keren Ann has released eight of her own albums. These albums showcase her unique style, which often blends soft melodies with interesting stories.
- La Biographie de Luka Philipsen (2000)
- La Disparition (2002)
- Not Going Anywhere (2003)
- Nolita (2005)
- Keren Ann (2007)
- 101 (2011)
- You're Gonna Get Love (2016)
- Bleue (2019)
Writing for Other Artists
Many famous musicians have performed songs written or co-written by Keren Ann. This is called "covering" a song. Artists like Henri Salvador, Jane Birkin, and Anna Calvi have recorded her music.
She also works closely with other artists to create new albums. For example, she co-wrote the hit album Chambre Avec Vue for French singer Henri Salvador. She also co-wrote and co-produced an album for the French actress and singer Emmanuelle Seigner.
Collaborations and Special Projects
Keren Ann enjoys working with other musicians. She formed a duo called "Lady & Bird" with Icelandic musician Barði Jóhannsson. Together, they released an album and even performed with the Iceland Symphony Orchestra. The two also co-wrote an opera called Red Waters, which was performed in several opera houses in France.
Music in TV and Movies
You may have heard Keren Ann's music without even knowing it! Her songs have been featured in popular TV shows and movies around the world.
Her music has appeared in shows like:
- Grey's Anatomy
- Six Feet Under
- Big Love
- Normal People
- Baby Reindeer
Her song "Beautiful Day" was used in a commercial campaign for the Skyteam airline alliance. Another song, "Lay Your Head Down," was featured in an international commercial for the clothing store H&M.
She has also written music for films. She created songs for the French movie Thelma, Louise et Chantal and the Israeli film Yossi, where she also appeared on screen as herself.
Personal Life
Keren Ann holds both Dutch and Israeli citizenship. In July 2012, she had her first child.
See also
In Spanish: Keren Ann para niños
