BIOGRAPHY 

 

HILLARI, the Norwegian-Filipina artist and multi-instrumentalist, initially embarked on her musical journey as a church vocalist. This 18-year-old talent, based in Oslo, Norway, has gained global recognition since the beginning of 2022. She has captivated audiences both in the Philippines and around the world with her soulful music. Rooted in the genres of R&B and Soul, her talent has been a lifelong passion, but it wasn't until late 2021 that she made the full commitment to her music career, setting her on an extraordinary path.

 

Her music is characterized by its authenticity and melodious compositions, deeply resonating with the soul. As HILLARI's star continues to rise, her future in the music industry appears brighter than ever.

Her debut EP "How is your soul?", features five tracks - "Gracious Sunshine," "Hopeful," "Loyal," "Desperate Soul," and "Fall into Place." The EP takes listeners on an emotional journey, delving into themes of faith, identity, uncertainty, hope, and letting go.

HILLARI's journey in the music industry kicked into high gear in March of 2023 with the release of her debut single «Desperate Soul». Since then, she has achieved numerous milestones, establishing herself as a formidable musical talent.

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Her accomplishments include:
Taking center stage at Norway's largest festival, Øya Festivalen. Mesmerizing the crowd with an unforgettable performance at Norway's premier showcase festival, By:Larm. Securing nominations for esteemed awards in Norway, including recognition for her music video "Desperate Soul." Garnering acclaim in the UK with airplay on REPREZENT RADIO and BBC1, where "Desperate Soul" was hailed as "Song of the Month" on BBC1 Soul. Contributing her music to the Netflix series "Gangs Of Oslo," now featured in the Philippines. Collaborating with Tink on "Streets Ain't For Me," produced by Hitmaka, showcasing her exceptional talent. Climbing to the 30th position on the Top 200 Most Shazamed songs in the Philippines with her track "Loyal," and securing the 10th spot on the Viral Top 50 Philippines chart. Signing a deal with UTA, the world's largest booking agency. And also earning the prestigious title of Norway's NRK P3 Urørt's "untouched" artist in 2023.


Currently, HILLARI is visiting the Philippines for an exciting series of promotional events, including appearances on CNN Philippines, MYX BRGY, and ABS-CBN's "I WANT ASAP." The pinnacle of her Philippines visit will be a grand concert in Manila on October 21st, a surefire unforgettable experience for her fans.