Biography
With an array of albums and music awards under his belt, there's no end for the rising star of EMIN. The Wall Street Journal dubbed him the “Elvis of Azerbaijan,” while British Esquire likened him to a Russian Michael Bublé. Regardless of the label, one thing is clear: he continues to captivate audiences around the globe and maintain a non-stop touring schedule of over 100 dates a year.
With an array of albums and music awards under his belt, there's no end for the rising star of EMIN. The Wall Street Journal dubbed him the “Elvis of Azerbaijan,” while British Esquire likened him to a Russian Michael Bublé. Regardless of the label, one thing is clear: he continues to captivate audiences around the globe and maintain a non-stop touring schedule of over 100 dates a year.
The singer has performed to sold-out shows across Russia, the CIS, Dubai, Germany, the Netherlands, the UK, Canada, Israel, Ireland, Brazil, and the US. Still, his most impressive live performance was his open-air concert in St. Petersburg. An astounding 50,000 fans gathered in Palace Square before the Winter Palace to watch his live concert. Joined by the legendary music maker David Foster, PBS filmed the landmark event, which later reached a staggering audience of 50 million worldwide.
The singer has performed to sold-out shows across Russia, the CIS, Dubai, Germany, the Netherlands, the UK, Canada, Israel, Ireland, Brazil, and the US. Still, his most impressive live performance was his open-air concert in St. Petersburg. An astounding 50,000 fans gathered in Palace Square before the Winter Palace to watch his live concert. Joined by the legendary music maker David Foster, PBS filmed the landmark event, which later reached a staggering audience of 50 million worldwide.
EMIN was born in Baku, Azerbaijan, but grew up in the suburbs of New Jersey. While his American friends spent their free time playing football and listening to Tupac, EMIN listened to the music of Elvis Presley and practiced the King’s signature moves in front of his mother’s full-length mirror. Years earlier, she gave him a cassette of Presley's music, sowing the seed for his love of music and Elvis, as well as helping him learn English. After graduating high school and college, EMIN continued to pursue music as a hobby. But it wasn't until years later that a family friend, himself a well-known singer, recognized EMIN’s musical talents and encouraged him to pursue his passion.
EMIN was born in Baku, Azerbaijan, but grew up in the suburbs of New Jersey. While his American friends spent their free time playing football and listening to Tupac, EMIN listened to the music of Elvis Presley and practiced the King’s signature moves in front of his mother’s full-length mirror. Years earlier, she gave him a cassette of Presley's music, sowing the seed for his love of music and Elvis, as well as helping him learn English. After graduating high school and college, EMIN continued to pursue music as a hobby. But it wasn't until years later that a family friend, himself a well-known singer, recognized EMIN’s musical talents and encouraged him to pursue his passion.
In 2010, EMIN relocated to London to work with producer Brian Rawling, known for his work with music legends David Bowie, Cher, Kylie Minogue, and Lionel Ritchie. Their partnership resulted in the album WONDER, which became a BBC Radio 2 Album of the Week. EMIN's follow-up effort, AFTER THE THUNDER, produced two BBC Radio 2 Singles of the Week and received impressive airplay on UK radio. In 2012, EMIN took to the world stage when he performed as a guest artist at the Eurovision Song Contest. Later that year, he opened for superstar Jennifer Lopez at her Crystal Hall concert in Baku.
In 2010, EMIN relocated to London to work with producer Brian Rawling, known for his work with music legends David Bowie, Cher, Kylie Minogue, and Lionel Ritchie. Their partnership resulted in the album WONDER, which became a BBC Radio 2 Album of the Week. EMIN's follow-up effort, AFTER THE THUNDER, produced two BBC Radio 2 Singles of the Week and received impressive airplay on UK radio. In 2012, EMIN took to the world stage when he performed as a guest artist at the Eurovision Song Contest. Later that year, he opened for superstar Jennifer Lopez at her Crystal Hall concert in Baku.
However, his most noteworthy achievement happened one year later when EMIN performed at the 2013 Miss Universe Contest. A TV audience of over one billion watched from all corners of the globe as EMIN shared the spotlight with legendary Steven Tyler of Aerosmith and Panic! At The Disco. In 2014, EMIN won a World Music Award. A few months later, Sony ATV signed EMIN to a publishing contract, followed by his signing a record deal with Warner.
However, his most noteworthy achievement happened one year later when EMIN performed at the 2013 Miss Universe Contest. A TV audience of over one billion watched from all corners of the globe as EMIN shared the spotlight with legendary Steven Tyler of Aerosmith and Panic! At The Disco. In 2014, EMIN won a World Music Award. A few months later, Sony ATV signed EMIN to a publishing contract, followed by his signing a record deal with Warner.
In 2015, EMIN collaborated with multi-Grammy award-winning music legend Nile Rodgers on the hit single "Boomerang." The remix of "Boomerang" soared to the 9th position on Billboard's dance charts. Later that year, EMIN supported mega group Take That on part of their European stadium tour, winning over new fans and playing to audiences of more than 60,000 in Munich, Amsterdam, Berlin, Zurich, and Milan.
In 2015, EMIN collaborated with multi-Grammy award-winning music legend Nile Rodgers on the hit single "Boomerang." The remix of "Boomerang" soared to the 9th position on Billboard's dance charts. Later that year, EMIN supported mega group Take That on part of their European stadium tour, winning over new fans and playing to audiences of more than 60,000 in Munich, Amsterdam, Berlin, Zurich, and Milan.
Early in 2023, EMIN recorded his latest album, NOW or NEVER, with 16-time Grammy winner David Foster. Released in February 2024, the album features music made famous by Elvis Presley and includes duets with Katharine McPhee, Nicole Scherzinger, and the legendary Engelbert Humperdinck.
Early in 2023, EMIN recorded his latest album, NOW or NEVER, with 16-time Grammy winner David Foster. Released in February 2024, the album features music made famous by Elvis Presley and includes duets with Katharine McPhee, Nicole Scherzinger, and the legendary Engelbert Humperdinck.
In 2024, EMIN embarked on one of his biggest challenges: DREAM Fest music festival. “I love performing live and connecting with an audience. There's nothing like it, but I also love bringing new music to new territories,” says EMIN.
In 2024, EMIN embarked on one of his biggest challenges: DREAM Fest music festival. “I love performing live and connecting with an audience. There's nothing like it, but I also love bringing new music to new territories,” says EMIN.
Staged at his sprawling resort complex, Sea Breeze, on the Caspian coastline, the festival featured six days of live performances of over 100 artists, including Jason Derulo, David Foster, Engelbert Humperdinck, Craig David Presents TS5, Nicole Scherzinger, The Jacksons, Jack Savoretti, and Enigma, among others. “I feel enormous pride in the success of DREAM Fest. My only concern is how we will top it next year,” laughs EMIN.
Staged at his sprawling resort complex, Sea Breeze, on the Caspian coastline, the festival featured six days of live performances of over 100 artists, including Jason Derulo, David Foster, Engelbert Humperdinck, Craig David Presents TS5, Nicole Scherzinger, The Jacksons, Jack Savoretti, and Enigma, among others. “I feel enormous pride in the success of DREAM Fest. My only concern is how we will top it next year,” laughs EMIN.
Over the years, EMIN has attracted the attention of international media, including BBC Breakfast, Extra, ITV's Daybreak, Fox, Entertainment Tonight, Pro 7, The Today Show, and E!, The Sunday Times, Bilt, The Wall Street Journal, The Independent, GQ, Esquire, OK!, and Hello Magazine, among others.
Over the years, EMIN has attracted the attention of international media, including BBC Breakfast, Extra, ITV's Daybreak, Fox, Entertainment Tonight, Pro 7, The Today Show, and E!, The Sunday Times, Bilt, The Wall Street Journal, The Independent, GQ, Esquire, OK!, and Hello Magazine, among others.