Q-Genz facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Q-Genz
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| Also known as | Cute Princess, Qiao Qian Jin, 巧千金 |
| Origin | Malaysia |
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| Occupation(s) | Singers |
| Years active | 2005-present |
| Labels | Wayang Tinggi (2005-2008) Starmedia (2008-2018) PMP Entertainment (2016-2018) |
| Members | Miko (2011-present) Joanne (2011-present) Ivian (2017-present) |
| Past members | Veron (2005-2017) Cecilia (2005-2011) Alicia (2005-2011) Viki (2005-2013, 2021) |
Q-Genz 巧千金 is a popular girl group from Malaysia. They started in 2005 with a company called Wayang Tinggi. When they first began, the girls were very young, only 4 or 5 years old!
Their first group name was "小千金" (Cute Princesses). They appeared for the first time at the Four Golden Princess's 11th Year Concert. Their first album was called "送你一个大年糕" (Give You A Big New Year Cake). A fortune teller suggested changing their name to "巧千金" for better luck. In 2015, after celebrating 10 years as a group, they changed their English name to Q-Genz. Even though their last official album as a group was in 2018, the members still make music. They often appear in music videos with other artists like Nick & Stella Chung and Queenzy Cheng.
The Journey of Q-Genz
How Q-Genz Started (2005-2011)
When the group first started, fans called them "Little Princess" or "Qiao Qian Jin" in English. Later, their company officially named them "Cute Princess" in their albums. In 2008, their company, Wayang Tinggi Corporation, changed its name to Starmedia Entertainment. They released their 2009 Chinese New Year (CNY) album, "Little Golden Cow," under this new company name.
New Members Join (2011-2013)
In 2011, two original members, Cecilia and Alicia, left the group. Two new members, Joanne and Miko, joined them. Their 2012 Chinese New Year album was called "New Year Music Slam." Most of the music videos for this album were filmed in China. Their 2013 Chinese New Year album, "Lion Dance Asking To Say Hello," came out in December 2012.
Changes and New Names (2013-2015)
Starmedia announced a new album called "Beautiful Day" in 2013. It was released later that year. In November, their 2014 Chinese New Year album, "Lucky Fortune," was available for pre-order. This album was special because only three members were in it, as Viki did not participate. The group celebrated their 10th anniversary with their 2015 Chinese New Year album, "Perfect New Year Arrival." With this album, they officially changed their English group name to Q-Genz.
New Company and Member (2016-2017)
In early 2016, Q-Genz released a single song called "Welcome To Send Old." They were busy with school exams, so they couldn't film a full Chinese New Year album. Later that year, Starmedia announced they were recording a new album and adding a new member. The new member was Ivian Wong, who joined for their 2017 CNY album, "Spring Breeze." Around this time, Starmedia faced money problems and was bought by PMP Entertainment.
Performing as a Trio (2017-2018)
Starmedia announced that Veron would not be in the 2018 Chinese New Year album, "Full of Heart." She needed to focus on her exams and also participated in another CNY album called "Astro 活出自己快乐Whoopee." The remaining three members performed as a trio for their new album.
Recent Activities (2019-Present)
After 2018, there were no new updates about a Q-Genz album for 2019. Instead, the members started appearing in other artists' projects. Miko was a guest in Angeline Khoo's CNY album, and Veron appeared in Queenzy Cheng's CNY album.
Even without new Q-Genz albums, Joanne and Miko were guests in Nick and Stella Chung's 2020 CNY album, "The Son of Heaven." Joanne also joined Astro's 2020 CNY album, "Good Luck for You." Veron appeared in Queenzy Cheng's CNY album again. Miko also appeared in Angeline Khoo's CNY album for a second time. It's not clear if Q-Genz has a new contract or if the group has officially ended.
Joanne also joined "Astro Little Sun" and became "Sister Xiaohan." She helped film and host children's shows like "New Children's Happy Garden 2."
In 2020, Angeline Khoo announced her 2021 CNY album. Fans were excited because Joanne, Miko, and even Viki (who hadn't been in a Q-Genz music video for 8 years) made guest appearances. Viki returned because of her close friendship with Angeline.
Because Joanne and Miko's song with Nick and Stella Chung got over a million views, they appeared in Nick and Stella Chung's 2021 CNY album, "SWAG New Year." Joanne also filmed a music video for Astro's 2021 CNY album. Veron also appeared in Queenzy Cheng's 2021 CNY album for the third time.
Meet the Members
Current Members
| Stage Name | Chinese Name | Born |
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| Miko | 區銖晉 | 10 November 1999 |
| Joanne | 符涵芊 | 18 April 2001 |
| Ivian | 黃雪兒 | 7 August 2000 |
Miko Oh
Miko Oh (Chinese name: 区铢晋, born November 10, 1999) joined Q-Genz during their 2011 Chinese New Year album promotion. She officially debuted in their 2012 Chinese New Year album, "New Year Music Slam."
Joanne Fu
Joanne Fu (Chinese name: 符涵芊, born April 18, 2001) joined the group in late 2011, just before their 2012 Chinese New Year album, "New Year Music Slam," was released.
Ivian Wong
Ivian Wong (Chinese name: 黄雪儿, born August 7, 2000) became a member of Q-Genz for their 2017 Chinese New Year album, "Spring Breeze."
Past Members
| Stage Name | Chinese Name | Born |
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| Veron | 练倩妏 | 20 February 2000 |
| Cecilia | 李洁瑜 | 4 November 1999 |
| Alicia | 刘馨蔚 | 16 April 2000 |
| Viki | 叶慧琪 | 11 November 1999 |
Veron Lin
Veron Lin (Chinese name: 練倩妏, born February 20, 2000) was one of the original members. She left the group after their 2017 Chinese New Year album. Even though she didn't appear in the 2018 Q-Genz album because of her studies, she is still recognized as a group member.
Cecilia Lee
Cecilia Lee (Chinese name: 李潔瑜, born November 4, 1999) was an original member. She left the group after their 2011 Chinese New Year album.
Alicia Low
Alicia Low (Chinese name: 劉馨蔚, born April 16, 2000) was also an original member. She left the group after their 2011 Chinese New Year album.
Viki Yap
Viki Yap (Chinese name: 葉慧琪, born November 11, 1999) was an original member who left after their 2013 Chinese New Year album. However, she made a special appearance in a 2021 music video with Miko and Joanne.
Member Timeline
Q-Genz Albums
Regular Albums
- 2006: 小宝贝 (Little Baby)
- 2007: 小木偶奇遇记 (Adventures of the Little Pinocchio)
- 2009: 小小美人鱼 (Little Mermaid)
- 2010: 爱の森林 (Save the Forest)
- 2011: 小蜗牛 (Little Snail)
- 2012: 那些年, 我们一起唱的童谣 (Memories of Nursery Rhymes)
- 2013: 清新美丽 (Beautiful Day)
Chinese New Year Albums
- 2006: 送你一个大年糕 (Send you a big New Year Cake)
- 2007: 财神娃娃 (God of Wealth Dolls)
- 2008: 福娃娃/灵鼠HAPPY年 (Lucky Dolls/Mouse HAPPY Year)
- 2009: 小金牛贺年 (Little Golden Cow)
- 2010: 小福星 (Little Lucky Star)
- 2011: 福到人间 (Blessing to the World)
- 2012: 新年乐满贯 (New Year Music Slam)
- 2013: 醒狮来问好 (Say Hello to the Lion Dance)
- 2014: 招财进宝 (Lucky Fortune)
- 2015: 新春十分嘉年华 (New Year Carnival)
- 2016: 迎新送舊 (Welcome to the Old) (CNY Single)
- 2017: 春风得意 (Spring Breeze)
- 2018: 满满丰盛 (Full of Heart)
Other Albums and Guest Appearances
- 2017: Astro 小太阳 Play To Learn 唱跳合辑 (Veron)
- 2018: Astro 活出自己快乐Whoopee Live Your Own Happiness Whoopee (Veron)
- 2019: 恭喜发财利是来 Congratulations Lucky Money Coming (Miko)
- 2019: 春天的愿望 Spring Wishes EP (Veron)
- 2019: Astro 万象更新 勇气棒嘟嘟 Vientiane Update, Courage Stick Toot (Alicia & Cecilia)
- 2019: Astro 小太阳 Play To Learn 唱跳合辑 (Joanne)
- 2020: Astro 迎新来 Say Cheese 好运鼠于你 Welcome To The New Year, Good Luck For You (Joanne)
- 2020: 天子盛世 Prosperous Dynasty (Joanne & Miko)
- 2020: 浓浓新年庆团圆 Strong New Year Reunion (Miko)
- 2020: 春风笑了 Spring Breeze Smile (Veron)
- 2021: 春天*打满好运气 Spring * Good Luck (Joanne, Miko & Viki)
- 2021: SWAG 新年 SWAG New Year (Joanne & Miko)
- 2021: Astro 心连心希望 元气满满 Moo Moo 哒 Heart to Heart Hope, Full of Moo Moo (Joanne)
- 2021: 牛起来 Happy Niu Year EP (Veron)
