Angelo Troy Rivera
| Angelo Troy Rivera | |
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| Born | 18 April 2001 Pasay City, Philippines |
| Other names | Gelo |
| 🏫 Education | Grade 12 (on-going)[1] |
| 💼 Occupation |
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| 📆 Years active | 2018–present |
| Agent | Star Hunt (2018–2020) Star Magic (2020–present) |
Angelo Troy Rivera (born April 18, 2001), known professionally as Gelo Rivera is a Filipino rapper, singer-songwriter and the leader[2] of the Filipino boy group BGYO.[3] Rivera has co-written several tracks released by BGYO: "The Light" (2021),[4] "Runnin'" (2021)[upper-alpha 1][5] and "The Baddest" (2021).[6] As a BGYO member, he aims to inspire the young generation through their music.[7]
Prior to his music career, Rivera was a part of the Philippines Hip-hop dance crew named "A-Team", competing locally and internationally.[8]
Early life[edit]
Angelo Troy Rivera was born on the 18th of April 2001, in Pasay City, Philippines.[8] He grew up listening to Ne-Yo, Usher and Chris Brown.[9] Apart from his studies, Rivera's one and only passion on the side was dancing as he would go to dance trainings like hip-hop dancing and dance sport, eventually he became part of the "A-Team".[10] Initially, he thought that Star Hunt Academy was just a dancing gig but he accepted the opportunity upon learning the whole concept of the project and to expand his world from just dancing.[11]
Career[edit]
2018–Present: Star Hunt Academy and debut with BGYO[edit]
Rivera was about to fly to Arizona in the United States for the hip hop dance competition[12] when he received a call and scouted to audition in the Star Hunt Academy program by one of the SHA coaches in 2018 alongside with JL Toreliza,[13] eventually he became part of the "SHA Boys".[14] He and his four co-members were trained for two years under Filipino and South Korean mentors from MU Doctor Academy;[15] vocal coach Kitchy Molina; and dance coach Mickey Perz.[16] In an interview with Koukyouzen, Rivera shared that he actually discovered his rap skills inside the camp.[14] They were officially announced in the pre-show of PBB Otso Big Night as Star Hunt trainees on 3 August 2019[17] and debuted as a member of BGYO on 29 January 2021.[18]
Artistry[edit]
Rivera have cited BTS, Exo, GOT7, Wanna One, Seventeen, NCT, Twice, WayV, Stray Kids, TXT, Treasure, and Big Bang as musical inspirations.[19][14] In an interview with Myx Global,[20] Rivera have also cited Jabbawockeez as an influence.[21]
Impact and influence[edit]
Being the oldest member of BGYO, Rivera was addressed as the group's "Kuya" (big brother in English). Anna Fregillana of Parcinq magazine expressed in an article saying "I am a year older than him [Gelo], but he exudes the vibes of a Kuya I never really had".[2] Aside from his natural stage charisma, Rivera was also highly praised by his visuals, with Lionheartv.net calling Rivera as a "visual wonder".[3]
Personal life[edit]
Rivera believes in the saying, "There is beauty in chaos". His interest in music pinched into R&B but evolved until he discovered K-pop and idolizes Taeyong of NCT and Jungkook of BTS.[22] He aspired to do a collaboration with choreographers: Keone Madrid, Sienna Lalau, Paris Goebell and local artists: Jess Connelly, Jason Dhakal and Kiana Valenciano,[9] Gary Valenciano, KZ Tandingan and Zack Tabudlo.[2] Other than dancing as his favorite part of their training, he was also into theatre.[8] Drawing and doing artworks, cooking and sports—badminton and volleyball—were among of his hobbies and interests,[23] as evident when he became part of the Star Magic All-Star Games; for the badminton team.[24]
Discography[edit]
Production credits[edit]
All song credits are adapted from the Tidal, unless otherwise noted.
| Year | Artist(s) | Song | Album | Lyricist | Composer | Ref. | ||
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| Credited | With | Credited | With | |||||
| 2021 | BGYO | "The Light" | The Light - Single The Light |
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| BGYO Keiko Necesario |
"Runnin'" | Runnin' - Single |
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| BGYO | "The Baddest" | The Baddest - Single The Light |
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Filmography[edit]
Series[edit]
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
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| 2021 | ONE DREAM: The Bini - BGYO Journey | Himself | 9 episodes telecast worldwide via MYX Global's Myx TV and on-demand via iWantTFC | [28] |
Webcast[edit]
| Year | Title | Role | Network | Note(s) | Ref. |
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| 2020 | SHA Trainees on Kumu Live | Himself | Kumu | 3 episodes per week | [29] |
| 2021 | ONE DREAM: Virtual Hangout | iWantTFC YouTube Channel | 9 episodes | [28] | |
| 2022 | BGYO Gelo on Kumu Live | Kumu | 3 episodes per week | [29] |
Notes[edit]
- ↑ "The track was part of the 4th Season of Coke Studio Philippines' Itodo Mo Beat Mo."
References[edit]
- ↑ Jhon Dave Cusipag (2022-03-16). "6 things you need to know about BGYO, the 'Aces of P-pop'". Newsen. Archived from the original on 2022-07-23. Retrieved 2022-07-23 – via The Philippine Star. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "Gelo on Being BGYO's Leader and BGYO's Future on Elevating P-pop on the World Stage". parcinq.com. Archived from the original on 2022-06-20. Retrieved 2022-06-20. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ 3.0 3.1 "RAWR Mag: Gelo Rivera, BGYO's Charismatic Frontman". lionheartv.net. Archived from the original on 2022-06-20. Retrieved 2022-06-20. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ "P-POP GROUP BGYO DEBUTS WITH SINGLE 'THE LIGHT'". wazzup.ph. Archived from the original on 2022-05-12. Retrieved 2022-05-12. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ "BGYO Collaborates with Keiko Necesario in Original Song Runnin'". underoneceiling.com. Retrieved 2021-06-26.
- ↑ For citations about "The Baddest" as co-written by Gelo.
- "BGYO Drops Sophomore Single "The Baddest"". onemusic.ph. 2021-08-20. Archived from the original on 2021-08-25. Retrieved 2021-08-25. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - "BGYO Drops Sophomore Single "The Baddest"". pageone.ph. 2021-08-23. Archived from the original on 2021-08-25. Retrieved 2021-08-25. Unknown parameter
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- "BGYO Drops Sophomore Single "The Baddest"". onemusic.ph. 2021-08-20. Archived from the original on 2021-08-25. Retrieved 2021-08-25. Unknown parameter
- ↑ Metro Style (2022-09-17). "BGYO's Gelo (Page 10) by Metro Style". metro.style. Archived from the original on 2022-09-20. Retrieved 2022-09-19. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 "P-POP BOY BAND: Things You Didn't Know About BGYO". pinoyparazzi.com. Archived from the original on 2022-06-20. Retrieved 2022-06-20. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ 9.0 9.1 VERONICA LOUIS GANNABAN (2022-06-27). "INSTAGRAM RAID: BGYO Gelo looks dashing in these photos". villagepipol.com. Archived from the original on 2022-07-06. Retrieved 2022-07-06. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ Ilagan, Elyse (2021-02-11). "MEET BGYO, P-POP'S BREAKOUT BOY GROUP". nylonmanila.com. Archived from the original on 2022-06-20. Retrieved 2021-04-23. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ Bea Kalaw (2021-04-04). "Hotspot: BGYO bares secret behind strong, catchy name, thanks growing fandom for support". Entertainment. Archived from the original on 2022-09-19. Retrieved 2022-09-19 – via ABS CBN. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ Metro Style (2022-09-17). "BGYO's Gelo (Page 1) by Metro Style". metro.style. Archived from the original on 2022-09-20. Retrieved 2022-09-19. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ Blayce Malaya (2021-12-23). "Everything You Need To Know About BGYO". whatalife.ph. Archived from the original on 2022-06-29. Retrieved 2022-06-29. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ 14.0 14.1 14.2 Calistina (2021-03-03). "Interview with/avec BGYO". koukyouzen.com. Retrieved 2021-05-01.
- ↑ "뮤닥터아카데미, 대한민국 교육산업대상 수상" [Mu Doctor Academy, Korea Education Industry Award]. News (in 한국어). 2021-03-19. Retrieved 2022-06-08 – via TechWorld.
- ↑ Cupin, Bea (January 10, 2021). "BINI, SHA Boys, and ABS-CBN's plans to be 'regional, global player'". Rappler. Retrieved April 19, 2022.
- ↑ Bardinas, Mary Ann. "Star Hunt Academy set to make more P-pop idols shine worldwide | ABS-CBN Entertainment". ABS-CBN Entertainment. Retrieved 2021-05-28.
- ↑ "BGYO BRINGS 'THE LIGHT' AS AN UPCOMING P-POP GROUP". philippinekpopconvention.com. Retrieved 2021-01-30.
- ↑ Liezel dela Cruz (2021-03-15). "Get up close and personal with BGYO as they share inspiring tales, dreams, and trivia bits". ent.abs-cbn.com. Retrieved 2021-04-23.
- ↑ Danielle Domingo (2021-10-01). "BGYO Fan Q&A & New Song "Kulay"". myx.global. Archived from the original on 2021-10-13. Retrieved 2021-10-13. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ For citations that Gelo Rivera considers Jabbawockeez as an influence.
- Danielle Domingo (2021-10-07). "BGYO #1 on iTunes & Jabbawockeez "The Baddest" Dance Cover". myx.global. Archived from the original on 2021-10-11. Retrieved 2021-10-11. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - Kathleen A. Llemit (2021-10-11). "WATCH: Jabbawockeez goes viral for BGYO 'The Baddest' dance cover". philstar.com. Archived from the original on 2021-10-12. Retrieved 2021-10-12. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - "WATCH: Jabbawockeez takes on BGYO's "The Baddest" in dance video". rappler.com. 2021-10-08. Archived from the original on 2021-10-12. Retrieved 2021-10-12. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - "Jabbawockeez dances to BGYO's "The Baddest"". manilastandard.net. 2021-10-09. Archived from the original on 2021-10-12. Retrieved 2021-10-12. Unknown parameter
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- Danielle Domingo (2021-10-07). "BGYO #1 on iTunes & Jabbawockeez "The Baddest" Dance Cover". myx.global. Archived from the original on 2021-10-11. Retrieved 2021-10-11. Unknown parameter
- ↑ Metro Style (2022-09-20). "BGYO's Gelo (Page 8) by Metro Style". metro.style. Archived from the original on 2022-09-20. Retrieved 2022-09-20. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ Metro Style (2022-09-20). "BGYO's Gelo (Page 9) by Metro Style". metro.style. Archived from the original on 2022-09-20. Retrieved 2022-09-20. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ "Donny, "Showtime" fam lead teams for Star Magic All-Star Games; Daniel to play badminton". ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs. ABS-CBN Corporation. April 13, 2022. Retrieved April 19, 2022.
- ↑ Nino Llanera (2021-10-06). "BGYO Drops "The Light" Album Sampler and New Single Teaser". myx.global. Archived from the original on 2017-10-11. Retrieved 2021-10-11. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ "Runnin' - Song Credits". Star Music. 2021-06-18. Retrieved 2022-09-18 – via Tidal.
- ↑ "The Baddest - Song Credits". Star Music. 2021-08-20. Retrieved 2022-09-18 – via Tidal.
- ↑ 28.0 28.1 "BGYO & BINI "One Dream: The Journey" New Series Airing on Weekly on MYX, Fan Interview Coming Soon with Your Questions". myx.global. 2021-09-03. Archived from the original on 2021-09-04. Retrieved 2021-09-04. Unknown parameter
|url-status=ignored (help) - ↑ 29.0 29.1 "Digital: ABS-CBN stars, P-Pop idols flock to kumu, a #kumufied Kapamilya". Adobo Magazine. March 26, 2021. Retrieved 2021-04-21.
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