VASSY (singer)
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VASSY at the Egyptian Theatre in Los Angeles in 2014
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| Birth name | Vassy Karagiorgos |
| Born | Darwin, Northern Territory |
| Origin | Australia |
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| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter, producer |
| Years active | 2003–present |
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| Website | vassymusic |
Vassy Karagiorgos, known professionally as Vassy (frequently stylised as VASSY), is an Australian singer, songwriter, and producer.
Vassy, whose parents are both from Greece, was discovered by Australian Radio Station Triple J after she won song of the year. Her single "We Are Young" reached No. 1 on the US Billboard Dance Chart, making her the first Australian Artist to go No. 1 with her solo single debut release. She is a certified RIAA Platinum and Goldrecording artist.
In 2014, Vassy collaborated with David Guetta and Showtek on their song "Bad", which became 7 times double platinum and established her in the electronic dance music scene. In 2015, she collaborated with Tiësto and KSHMR on their track "Secrets", which reigned atop the Billboard Club chart and Beatport charts, and went straight to number No. 1 in 20 countries. In 2016, she released her single "Nothing to Lose" through Musical Freedom Records, co-produced by Tiësto.
Vassy's music incorporates dance, reggae and soul as a base for her vocal styling. Her music has received an array of accolades, including ARIA awards and IDMA awards.
Her song was featured in the Tina Fey film Admission, Disney's Oscar-winning film Frozen, and in the campaign Gok Loves for Target Australia. Vassy's songs have also been featured in EA Games, Nickelodeon, Sketchers, Victoria's Secret, Pepsi commercials, and Grey's Anatomy.
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