The Ripple Effect reviews ‘I Am Glam’


dear diary,

Todd from The Ripple Effect writes a review on ‘I Am Glam’;

“Perhaps not something that you’d expect to be reviewed on the Ripple, but then we always told you there were no barriers to our mad search for music, as long as it entertains us. And that’s exactly what this one does. This time coming from Kuala Lumpur, Ze (pronounced Zay) teamed up with Belgian producer Ruben Debusschere to create a short-strapped handbag worth of radiant trashy dance music. Or as Ze says herself, she is one loud and bitchy electropop singer. And trust me, what she says is true. “I Am Glam,” is her self-penned piece-de-resistance, an absolute gutter-fest of the trashiest electropop drum and bass you’ll put your eye shadow on to. Looping Yaz-style synths, programmed beats, and then there’s Ze, wailing on in her raving bitchfest that “I am what I am/Glam is what I am.” And it’s her attitude that makes the song work and the whole thing so endearing. Rather than coo like some puffed up diva, Ze belts the song out with so much passion and conviction, it’s almost punk. And that’s the way I’ll leave it. Absolute trashy punky electropop, guaranteed to get the bodies moving on the dancefloor, the boys bouncing under the strobe lights, and girls fighting over their Gucci bags. Just what the doctor ordered to get the party started.”

Spot on! :)

x

Ze! on Charts in France


dear diary,

I am featured on Charts in France today… how fabulous! I am aware that the first commenter decided to say ‘pas terrible’, but hey, at least he felt the need to say something. So thanks for saying SOMETHING. It has made my day! :)

Partageant sa vie entre Bruxelles et Londres, Zé! est originaire de Malaisie. La jeune chanteuse est également auteur et compositeur. Se reconnaissant dans des artistes telles que Lady Gaga, Yelle mais aussi M.I.A., Santigold et Madonna, Zé! est prête à conquérir l’Europe. Zé! (prononcer « zay ») est une jeune artiste de Kuala Lumpur. Collaborant avec le producteur belge Ruben Debusschere, la chanteuse écrit et compose une musique bien à elle dans laquelle elle se reconnaît, cependant influencée par Lady Gaga, Yelle, MIA, Santigold, New Young Pony Club, Peaches mais aussi Madonna.

Ses chansons électropop (“I Am Glam”, “Candy”, “Boys I Like”…) sont intégrées dans un univers coloré et excentrique qui n’est pas sans rappeler Lady Gaga et Yelle. L’artiste n’en est pas à son coup d’essai et n’a pas attendu le succès de ses consœurs pour faire sa musique. De nombreuses participations à des publicités, à un trio RNB mais aussi de nombreuses collaborations musicales lui ont permis de s’affirmer et de se lancer en solo. Un premier EP “My Make-Believe” en 2003, un premier album “Shameless” en 2005 ont permis de se faire connaître mais aussi d’être nommé à des prix encourageant les jeunes artistes.

Son nouvel album devrait sortir à la fin de l’été. Le premier extrait “I Am Glam” est d’ores et déjà disponible.” – Nikolas LENOIR

I babelfish-ed this, and it translates to;
“Sharing its life between Brussels and London, Zé! is originating in Malaysia. The young singer is also author and type-setter. Recognizing itself in artists such as Lady Gaga, Yelle but also M.I.A., Santigold and Madonna, Zé! is ready to conquer l’ Europe. Zé! (to pronounce “zay”) is a young artist of Kuala Lumpur. Collaborating with the Belgian producer Ruben Debusschere, the singer written and a music well with it composes in which it is recognized, however influenced by Lady Gaga, Yelle, MIA, Santigold, New Young Pony Club, Peaches but also Madonna. Its songs électropop (” I Am Glam” , ” Candy” , ” Servant boys I Like” …) are integrated in a coloured universe and eccentric which n’ is not without pointing out Lady Gaga and Yelle. L’ artist n’ in is not with its blow d’ test and n’ the success of its colleagues did not wait to make her music. Many participations in publicities, with a trio RNB but also of many musical collaborations allowed him s’ to affirm and to launch out in solo. A first EP ” My Make-Believe” in 2003, a first album ” Shameless” in 2005 allowed to make known itself but also d’ to be named at prices encouraging the young artists. Its new album should leave at the end l’ summer. The first extract ” I Am Glam” is d’ now and already available.”

Read on here.

p/s: Thanks, Arnaud!
x

Electroqueer loves me… yay! :)


dear diary,

EQ posted the cover to Boys i Like awhile back – and they’ve posted a new one today featuring Candy! Yesssssssss!

“Say hello to Zé!

I’m pretty sure I’ve written about her before awhile back as she did the vocals on Dirty Disco Doll’s track “Boys I Like” which was in my world – an electro sensation. It would seem Zé! (pronounced zay) has gone the solo path now and is promoting her fresh electro in which EQ is fully on board with.

Take a listen to “Candy” below – it’s super nifty. She likes to describe the music as a mix between Madonna, Lady Gaga, Peaches, M.I.A and Santigold – and I would have to agree, it’s a rather accurate description.

Take a listen to Zé! over on MySpace and I think you’ll agree that she’s got that something special.”

p/s: Thanks, Arnaud :)

x

result!


dear diary,

Somebody told me i had to watch this film because it’s, well, cute. But i wasnt sure seeing as it revolves around giggly 14-year-olds chasing after boys. Like, who does that anymore? I did, anyways, watch ‘Angus, Thongs, and Perfect Snogging’ at 6am and it was BEYOND cute! I was already happy to discover that it was a British film – because of course it meant listening to their adorable accent for a whole hour and a half. Not to mention, the obvious – the men. Aaron Johnson is 18, which makes me a grandmother.

He’s adorable, nonetheless :)

p/s: Sean Bourke is gay, right? Or he wont be taking pictures like this.

x

yes, i’m a ripoff


dear diary,

This is interesting. No matter what you do, there will always be a small bunch of people who decides to not like you just because it’s easier not to. Because, i’m sorry i was born looking somewhat similar to M.I.A., like, if i were born white or yellow and dressed exactly the way she did i’m pretty sure we wont be having this conversation. However, I’m glad you’ve noticed she’s been one of my biggest influences. But, why not a Madonna ripoff? I know i’ve been wanting to be her since i was 5. In fact, I would prolly wanna be her more than I wanna be MIA. But then i aint blonde nor am i the fairest of them all. So why not Peaches, who sings a lot more about sex/attitude than politics. Or New Young Pony Club or CSS? I write about the lighter things in life – like boys and partying. I’m so not into politics, to begin with, and ‘Boys I Like’ was recorded in 2006. And, MIA’s ‘BOYZ’ was released in August 2007 so unless i’m her / diplo’s BFF i doubt i wouldve been able to steal that track. Not to mention there are a gazillion songs out there about boys – in fact, i got the idea to write Boys I Like after listening to a song on the radio about girls. I dont even know the band. And, um, this neon/trash/electro look isn’t just worn by MIA alone, people. The same way if i decide to put on an S&M outfit doesnt necessarily mean i wanna be Rihanna.

Every band has their influences. And i have mine.


p/s: The comments on my story is more than that on Rihanna. Funny that, I must’ve done something right :)

x

dont go breaking young girls’ hearts

dear diary,


i honestly couldnt care less what you think, but no usher or chris brown or justin timberlake or all put together would ever come close to this guy’s legacy. And i will not forgive my father for not bringing us to his concert in 1996 – yes, i tried crying tears/blood out of my eyes, stomping my feet on the bedroom floor, smashing windows and yelling ‘c’mon’ and everything. Didnt work.


(Dirty Diana – Michael Jackson)

She likes the boys in the band
She knows when they come to town
Every musician’s fan after the
curtain comes down
She waits at backstage doors
For those who have prestige
Who promise fortune and fame
A life that’s so carefree

She’s says that’s ok
Hey baby do what you want
I’ll be your night lovin’ thing
I’ll be the freak you can taunt
And I don’t care what you say
I want to go too far
I’ll be your everything
If you make me a star

x

gravity sucks balls


dear diary,

where do i find anti-gravity hair with boys attached, like this?

x

guess who’s the boss

dear diary,

i am in no way supporting smokers/smoking,
but this girl looks like she has just as much balls as Madonna.Boys, steer clear.(taken from riotclitshave)

x

boys, i wear

dear diary,


incoming! new cap at our store today, i like :)


['BOYS' Cap, NEW @ OSIXNINE.COM, US$ 6.95]

x

can i be your candy?

dear diary,

i love my new single – the same way i always think my latest songs are my best – but i still love all my babies equally much ;) The song is about ‘boys and their fantasies’. Inspired by someone who broke my heart, so hey, fuck him.

Oh, and ruben, i <3 you you are a fuckin genius! xx

He keeps me up all night
Make me grab my pillow tight
Eat lipstick off my mouth
Puts his hands where i like

He wants to mess my hair
Make it look like he’s been there
Checks out my derriere
And I really dont care

You taste like candy

Bite gently on his ear
My fingers on his rear
Make him turn the lights up
But he wont find me there

Can i be your candy?

Written by Ruben Debusschere and Saer Ze
Produced by Ruben Debusschere




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