| Submission declined on 24 June 2024 by SafariScribe (talk). This submission's references do not show that the subject qualifies for a Wikipedia article—that is, they do not show significant coverage (not just passing mentions) about the subject in published, reliable, secondary sources that are independent of the subject (see the guidelines on the notability of music-related topics). Before any resubmission, additional references meeting these criteria should be added (see technical help and learn about mistakes to avoid when addressing this issue). If no additional references exist, the subject is not suitable for Wikipedia. This submission does not appear to be written in the formal tone expected of an encyclopedia article. Entries should be written from a neutral point of view, and should refer to a range of independent, reliable, published sources. Please rewrite your submission in a more encyclopedic format. Please make sure to avoid peacock terms that promote the subject.
Where to get help
How to improve a draft
You can also browse Wikipedia:Featured articles and Wikipedia:Good articles to find examples of Wikipedia's best writing on topics similar to your proposed article. Improving your odds of a speedy review To improve your odds of a faster review, tag your draft with relevant WikiProject tags using the button below. This will let reviewers know a new draft has been submitted in their area of interest. For instance, if you wrote about a female astronomer, you would want to add the Biography, Astronomy, and Women scientists tags. Editor resources
|  |
Alanis Sophia | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Alanis Sophia Gonzalez Sanchez |
| Born | July 11, 2001 San Juan, Puerto Rico |
| Genres | Pop rock |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, musician, songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, piano, guitar |
| Website | www |
Alanis Sophia Gonzalez Sanchez [1] [better source needed] (born 11 July 2001), known as Alanis Sophia, is a Puerto Rican singer-songwriter, who began her music career as a solo artist in 2012.[citation needed]
Early life
editNamed after Alanis Morissette, Sophia showed a large interest and a talent in music and performing from an early age. At age eleven, she auditioned in Season 1 of Telemundo’s La Voz Kids and placed runner-up in 2013.[2]
In 2014, shortly after the show, she debuted her single "Dulce Fantasia," followed by a series of cover singles. Later that year, she became an ambassador for Visit Florida, which lasted for four consecutive years, promoting Floridian tourism.[3]
At sixteen, she was discovered by Grammy award winning producer Julian Raymond and Big Machine Label Group CEO Scott Borchetta through a YouTube cover video of Selena Quintanilla's "Bidi Bidi Bom," which ultimately began her career as a co-writer for Raymond. She has co-written songs by critically acclaimed musicians, including Sugarland’s Kristian Bush, Katie Cole, Danielle Brisbois, Jeff Trott, and Bobby Tomberlin. She was signed as a recording artist and songwriter with Big Machine Records. She is endorsed by Gibson Guitar and Roland.[4] [5] [6]
American Idol
editIn 2021, at the age of nineteen, Sophia auditioned for the nineteenth season of American Idol in Los Angeles, California, with Demi Lovato's "Anyone." In the Top 24 rounds, Sophia performed with country music star and fellow Idol alum Jimmie Allen. She placed Top 16 in the semifinals before elimination. [7] [8] [9]
Acting career
editSophia has been in several commercials such as Clean and Clear and TelCel. She was also cast as a lead actress in Dennis DeYoung’s rendition of The Hunchback of Notre Dame, portraying Esmerelda.[10] [11] [12]
Discography
edit|
EPs
|
Singles
|
References
edit- ^ https://americanidol.fandom.com/wiki/Alanis_Sophia
- ^ "Alanis Morissette Tweets At Idol Hopeful Alanis Sophia". www.iheartradio.ca.
- ^ "VISIT FLORIDA Launches Year Two of Telemundo la Voz Kids Partnership — Sunshine Matters".
- ^ "Pasco's Alanis Sophia, 17, Making Her Mark Singing Country". baynews9.com.
- ^ "Gibson Guitar Jam with Jason Isbell, Lee Roy Parnell, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Cassadee Pope, Chris Isaak, Parmalee & More [Photo Gallery]". 19 July 2019.
- ^ "Photos".
- ^ Vargas, Chanel (March 2, 2021). "This American Idol Contestant Belted Demi Lovato's "Anyone" Into a Toy Microphone". Popsugar.
- ^ "Wesley Chapel teen is 'going to Hollywood' on 'American Idol'".
- ^ Laffer, Lauren (April 5, 2021). "Jimmie Allen and Alanis Sophia Soar With 'Shallow' on American Idol".
- ^ "Telcel presenta su nueva campaña "te conectamos con lo que amas"". 24 November 2017. Retrieved 2024-06-24.
- ^ "Kevin Anderson, Ben Gulley & Alanis Sophia to Star in THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME at Skylight Music Theatre".
- ^ "'The Hunchback' Sings in Skylight's Production of Dennis DeYoung's Musical". 23 May 2022.