CHRIS BROWN-BACK TO SLEEP, JUSTIN BIEBER-U SMILE, JUSTIN BIEBER-STUCK IN THE MOMENT, KEHLANI-KEEP ON, ONE DIRECTION-GOTTA BE YOU, IYAZ-SOLO,
BTS-ON, BTS-BLACK SWAN, JIMIN-SLOW DANCE, JIMIN-CLOSER THAN THIS, SEVENTEEN-SUPER, SEVENTEEN-HOT, TXT-BLUE SPRINGS,
Hailing from Toronto, Canada, August Rigo is a multifaceted Filipino artist and self-taught musician, renowned for his versatility. As a one-of-a-kind songwriter and producer, his talents encompass vocal production, composition, mixing, and engineering. After dedicating years working under the legendary producer duo Trackmasters, August achieved a breakthrough by writing for global icons such as Justin Bieber and One Direction. This success led to a publishing deal with SONY/ATV and a prolific period of collaboration with top-tier artists. His #1 hit ‘BACK TO SLEEP’ with Chris Brown, is revered by critics as one of the best R&B songs of the decade.
"Despite having a record deal with Def Jam under LA Reid that did not result in an album, August remained steadfast in pursuing his own music. In 2015, he released his debut album, THE FALL OUT, through his own imprint, Summerchild Records. This project showcased his full range of skills and garnered critical acclaim, including a Juno nomination for Best R&B/Soul Recording."
His artistic journey took a transformative turn as he ventured into the burgeoning world of K-pop. His passion for the genre led him to Seoul, where he became an early pioneer, working closely with emerging K-pop trainees and idols. This marked a second career-defining phase for August, highlighted by his work with international sensation BTS. He co-wrote the two leading singles, ‘ON’ and ‘BLACK SWAN,’ from their 7th studio album, MAP OF THE SOUL: 7, a groundbreaking project that debuted at number 1 on the Billboard 200 chart. Since then, his contributions to BTS, Jimin, Seventeen, and many others have solidified him as a key collaborator in the Korean music industry.
With a career spanning over two decades and an unwavering commitment to perfecting his craft, August Rigo’s legacy is defined by his dedication to musical excellence. His remarkable ability to seamlessly transition between roles as a songwriter, producer, and collaborator has kept him a gem in the industry. August’s dynamic artistry continues to resonate with listeners worldwide, solidifying his status as a trailblazer in contemporary music and an influential force shaping its future.
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