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Unforgettable Day 'Umıtılmas Kün' (Ұмытылмас Күн)

This song's melody was composed by Dimash (lyrics by Oral Baisenggir) when he was just a teenager and it has become one of his trademark songs.  It has 'grown' together with him as he progresses in his career and remains one of the most memorable songs in his repertoire. Performance at 'The Singer 2017' Episode 10, 25 March 2017 Performance at 'Gakku Festival' in 16 September 2017 Notable for his singing of a D8 note Performance at New York Arnau Concert 10 December 2019 Fancam (Dimash48 Taihou)

Dimash Won Another Award 'The Internet's Most Popular Overseas Artist of The Year' at Beijing

On the 26th of December, 2019, Dimash Kudaibergen was awarded the Internet's Most Popular Overseas Artist of the Year at the 2019 DoNews RenRen Awards!  Redcarpet walk dressed in one of the fashion trends of Beijing Definitely controversial among dears LOL Award presentation to Dimash who was dressed in a brocade design jacket with see-through shirt. He was the last artist to sing ...4K HD Fancam (Daididau) shows a rendition of 'Screaming' more faithful to his first original arrangement with its staccato high notes.

Karagim Ay 'My Beloved'

A very beautiful song 'Karagim Ay' (composed by Kenes Duisekeev and Shomisbai Sariev) is about a father's love for his daughter, sung at her wedding day. However there is a story behind this song. The composer Kenes Duisekeev was thinking of his late father and how proud he would have been of Gulshat his daughter (the composer's sister) if only she had lived. She passed away at the age of 19 when the composer was still a boy of 7. Kenes wanted to write a tribute song to his sister and this was how Karagim Ay came to be. To sing this song, Dimash asked permission but the composer was doubtful he could sing the emotions of a father. They agreed to let Dimash sing in rehearsals before making a decision. Kenes was amazed at how Dimash was able to understand the true meaning of the song and hugged him after rehearsal. And now we are blessed to see Dimash's performance of such a beautiful melody. Lyrics Translated To English (I combined the lyrics from two vide...

The Human Voice Is The Most Beautiful Instrument Of All

“The human voice is the most beautiful instrument of all, but the most difficult to play.” - Richard Strauss Photo from https://whereistheyak.com/photos/kazakhstan-mountains/

Dimash's Vocals Are Made For Epic Songs

Dimash's wide range, vocal skills and emotive delivery are tailor made for sweeping melodies on a grand scale.  The type of songs you expect to hear on film scores or at world games like the Olympics.  The type of songs you never forget because they twine their notes around your heart before slinging you across the universe. Well, you get the picture. Fortunately, he has been given the opportunity to sing these songs... and here are some of my favourites. 1. Ocean Over The Time (Soundtrack for the Video Game 'Moonlight Blade') This won an award for 'Best Original Song For Video Game' at the Hollywood Music in Media Awards. Unoffical MV - Gloria Wu Channel 2. Eternal Memories (OST for the film 'Battle of Memories') This is one of the epic type of songs that suit Dimash's vocals to a tee. It starts with gentle caressing notes that feel like silky butterfly wings flitting over your skin and then the powerful build-up to the strong driving beat which...

Dimash Was Named 'Honoured Worker of Kazakhstan'

A day after New York concert, Dimash was back in Kazakhstan to prepare for the Independence Day concert... and he was also named 'Honoured Worker of Kazakhstan'! It is a wonderful thing to be recognised by your own country.  And he well deserves it for every chance he gets, he tells his listeners that they are welcome to Kazakhstan.  Even when he is not allowed to say that, he sneakily sings it, as he did at Sanya 'Miss World 2018'.  LOL.  Who could get angry with that sweet face? From DimashNews.com : 'On the eve of the Independence Day of the Republic of Kazakhstan, by the decree of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Zhomart Tokayev, Dimash Kudaibergen was awarded the title “Honored Worker of the Republic of Kazakhstan”. At the solemn award ceremony, in honor of the main holiday of the country the singer received the award from the hands of the Minister of Culture and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan Aktoty Raimku...

New York City Arnau Concert : What A Memorable Night!

I was not there at Barclays Center, New York City on 10 December 2019 but I was online, multiple tabs on my browser open in both smartphone and laptop, ready to hop into livestreams wherever I could find them, YouTube, Facebook or Instagram.  It was night at New York but morning for me.  I knew that along with hundreds, thousands, even millions of other dears, I was on tenterhooks, nervous, jittery, excited.  I was even prepared not to see a thing as they said Barclays would not allow recording.  But luckily for those not there, recording and livestreaming went on without much of a hitch. THE CONCERT WAS AMAZING! I was online the whole time and even kept a running list. Performance List 1. Golden 2. Juldyzym (My Star) 3. If I Never Breathe Again 4. Olimpico ('Ogni Pietra') 5. Lay Down 6. SOS D'un Terrien En D étresse 7. Battle of Memories 8. Unforgettable Day 9. Know 10. Give Me Your Love And everyone's holding their breath for the last part ...

Singer of The Year Award at Песня года 2019

On the 6th of December 2019, Dimash won 'Singer of The Year' at the top Russian music event of the year Песня года.  Valera Leontiev himself presented this award.  What an achievement for Dimash, this recognition of his excellence.  It just crowns the whole year for him. Here is some information about this event.  Песня года (Pesnya Goda) means 'Song of The Year' and it started as a televised music festival which subsequently became the main event of the year for Russian singers and musical groups, akin to the American Grammys.  Each December, a concert will be filmed where all the invited performers are considered as winners.  Dimash sang two songs 'Know' and 'Olimpico' at this event.  It will probably be broadcast in January by Russia 1 Channel, so I can only post fancams here as well as a video by CrazyMaks a video blogger who is part of the entourage whenever Dimash is in Russia or travelling for Igor Krutoy events. Dimash 'Know' Fancam by...

Dimash Won Two Victoria Awards!

The Victoria awards that Dimash won for 'Discovery Of The Year' and 'Vocalist Of The Year In Classical Music' at the Russian Music Awards on 5 December 2019. Don't they just look gorgeous? Does Dimash really need these? Dears would say no because they will follow the lilting rhythm of his music even if nobody recognised his undeniable talent. But... BUT is it good for Dimash to win these? Oh yes, oh most definitely yes. For they represent recognition by his peers, his seniors (and maybe even his juniors)... affirmation, confirmation, attestation... even a declaration that here is one of the best of their compatriots, one of their cohort that they can hold up as an example. And the awards also tell the world that here is an artist, a vocalist worth paying attention to. ⚡ Dears, who have followed Dimash from 2017 (and even before), know what I mean when I say these awards mean a whole lot more than many realise. The struggles have been worth it. And the p...

Dimash Song Translations & Singalong Videos

Dimash is a truly unusual artist whose liking for singing in multiple languages cause certain challenges for his fans.  Plus he likes his dears to sing along with him at his concerts and performances. Cr Dimash Studio So what does this all mean for serious fans?  One, they need to get translations of the songs so that they understand the reasons for the emotions he evokes in them. Two, they need singalong videos that have phonetic transcriptions, especially of his songs in Kazakh, Russian and Mandarin. Here are a few resources for the Desperately Seeking Dear. 1. Roisin Cherie's playlist of singalong videos Youtube playlist 2. Lina Bugulova's playlist of translated songs Youtube playlist 3. Dimash's list of songs in LyricsTranslate.com Dimash's songs with translations into multiple languages. 4. Dimash Translations on Instagram Excellent translations done by a group under Dimash USA Fan Club.

Dimash at CCTV4's 'Universal Show'

Dimash was invited as a guest singer for Chinese network CCTV4's 'Universal Show' and he was in super top form!  Looks and vocals! He sang three songs and a bonus one with one of the judges who had a meltdown right in front of Dimash.  That was so cute to see.  Recorded on the 11th of August 2019, it was broadcast on the 20th of October 2019. Late Autumn Screaming Just Let It Be Bonus : Dudarai

Dimash Photo Edits 2

Editing Dimash's photos are really easy, not only because of the apps available but also because he has such a symmetrical face with angles that are lavish enough to play with.

Dimash Photo Edits

The original photo is from Dimash Studio on Weibo.

Dimash On 'The Masked Singer'

Last month, Dimash sang on 'The Masked Singer' in China and his cover was blown from the get-go! His gorgeous leather golden eagle costume was specially made for him and oh my, the wings!  He made them spread at just the right moment in the song and wow, the effect was electric!  Actually he sang two songs; a duet with MC Jin on Backstreet Boys's 'I Want It That Way' and a cover of FIR's famous song 'Our Love'.  Broadcast was on 3 November 2019. I think he was trying to keep low key on the first song.  But he clearly had given up on hiding his pipes on the second. 'I Want It That Way' with MC Jin (in full) https://vimeo.com/379660061 'Our Love' in Full https://vimeo.com/379670972 The Big Reveal

Why I Think Dimash Kudaibergen Is Very Unusual

Dimash Kudaibergen is a very unusual person, personality, singer, performer, whatever.  But he is very unusual. The Cambridge Advanced Learner's dictionary says that 'unusual'.means 'different from others of the same type in a way that is surprising, interesting or attractive.'  Well, that definitely fits our man Dimash. Rather than risking this post turning into a long essay, I'll elaborate in points all the things I find unusual . 1.  Dimash has an amazing talent enhanced by long years of vocal work (20 years as of 2019).  His mother Sveta Aitbaeva mentioned that he began with only three or four octaves but diligent practice helped to increase his range. 2.  Dimash is a singer performer who has been trained in classical and contemporary music - graduated from K. Zhubanov University, Aktobe (classical music) - graduated from Kazakh National University of Arts, Nursultan (contemporary music - jazz, pop) - major in Vocal - currently taking his Masters in Com...

St Petersburg Arnau Solo Concert Was High Energy!

Continuing Dimash's series of Arnau concerts, Dimash held a solo concert at St Petersburg, Russia.  Dears came from all over the world to beautiful historical St Petersburg.  And Dimash didn't disappoint.  Even small glitches with the sound system and a sudden hiccup during SOS did not mar the dears' enjoyment of the concert. 1. Golden 2. Juldyzym 'My Star'   3. If I Never Breathe Again 4. Olimpico 'Ogni Pietra' 5. Lay Down 6. Eternal Memories 7. SOS D'un Terrien En Detresse 8. Give Me Your Love 9. Unforgettable Day (Duet With Rimar Callista of Indonesia) 10. Know (Ascolta La Voce) 11. Mademoiselle Hyde 12. Love Of Tired Swans 13. My Homeland ('Elim Menin') 14. Adai 15. Daididau 16.  Give Me Love 17. Durdaraz 18.  Late Autumn 19. Screaming 20. Just Let It Be

I'm A Terrible Blogger For Dimash LOL

I started this blog because some people asked me for info and they didn't want to use social media apps like Facebook and Instagram.  But I'm terrible at updating.  That is partly due to my updating my Instagram and Facebook... as well as being busy with other stuff. PLUS Dimash has been super busy in November and December.  Concerts all over the place!  Does he even have time to breathe, I wonder?  But he is worth all my lost sleep.  Oh yes, he is. Cr Chaser-Z Edits are mine

Durdaraz by Dimash Kudaibergen

DURDARAZ! Dimash in powerful HD!   This song is just fantastic! At WOWArena Opening, Sochi, Russia #dimash #dimashkudaibergen Durdaraz Song Lyrics ДҮРДАРАЗ (Dyrdaraz) DÜRDARAZ   1. Zharattyng munsha körkem qyzdy, qudaī̆-aī̆ Telmirtting qyzgha qaraī̆ bizdi qudaī̆-aī̆ Ketpeī̆di bergen shaī̆yng tangdaī̆ymnan-aī̆ Syrbazdyng zhazghy kün·gi tuzdyghyndaī̆-aī̆   Qaī̆yrmasy: Bir küī̆-aī̆, bir küī̆-aī̆ Bes qalampyr bir kuī̆-aī̆ Dürdaraz, dürdaraz Birde tatū, birde araz Kempir menen shal da araz "Kelmeī̆sing" dep qyz da araz "Özing nege kelmeī̆sing? " dep sol qyzbenen biz de araz, biz de araz. "Özing nege kelmeī̆sing?" dep sol qyzbenen biz de araz, biz de araz   2. Zharqyn zhüz tolyqsyghan-aī̆ tolghan aī̆daī̆-aī̆ Körgem zhoq sulū qyzdy sirä mundaī̆-aī̆ Qyr muryn, qaraqat köz, zhazyq mangdaī̆-aū Bolsaī̆shy süī̆gen zharym däl osyndaī̆-aū   Qaī̆yrmasy 2 ret https://lyricstranslate.com ДҮ...

Dimash Was Spectacular at Igor Krutoy's NYC Concert!

Dimash blew away the audience at Igor Krutoy's Anniversary Concert at Barclays New York on the 26th of October 2019.  They gave him a standing ovation at the end of the four songs he performed.  Zarema_ posted in her Instagram account : (Translation) Only now I realized that it was an anniversary concert for us :) October 26, 2012 Galym invited me to the Sensation white party and since then we are together ❤️ and Dimash is just space! When you hear him live, then only then you understand the full extent of his talent! It's unbelievable how his voice rivets, mesmerizes and captivates. Now I finally understood his multi-million fan army 😄 and am going to a solo concert :) by the way, when Igor Krutoy once again represented the stars, he represented everyone as honored artists of the USSR or Russia, and Dimash as an honored artist of the world! Oh how 👌🏼 Link https://www.instagram.com/p/B4IJaluprjx/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Photo and videos in this post a...

Dimash Kudaibergen Sang 'Samaltau' At Fuzhou

Dimash sang a Kazakh folk song 'Samaltau' at the Silk Road International Film Festival at Fuzhou on the 21st of October 2019.  It was a real work of art.

Dimash At WOWArena Sochi, Russia (October 2019)

On the 19th of October, 2019, Dimash performed at the Opening Ceremony of the WOWArena at Sochi, Russia.  It was actually a mini concert where he performed a total of 18 songs! Here is a list of songs (with links to the YouTube fancam videos) that he sang. Photos by Laura___Dear (Instagram) aka Dimash Taiwan Dimash In A Gray Suit Eternal Memories (excerpt) Eternal Memories (Dimash48 Taihou) SOS D'un Terrien En Detresse (Dimash48 Taihou) SOS D'un Terrien En Detresse Golden Akkuym (Dimash48 Taihou) Akkuym (KDear Pan) Lay Down (KDear Pan) If I Breathe Again (Dimash World) Know (Dimash48 Taihou) Daididau (Dimash48 Taihou) Love of Tired Swans (Dimash48 Taihou) Love Of Tired Swans (KDear Pan) Give Me Your Love (KDear Pan) Mademoiselle Hyde (Dimash48 Taihou) Mademoiselle Hyde (Dimash World) Daididau (KDear_Pan) My Star (Juldyzym) (KDear_Pan) Late Autumn (Dimash48 Taihou) Late Autumn (KDear Pan) Screaming (KD...

Songs Interpreted By Dimash Kudaibergen

Way back in 2017, when I first learned about Dimash, the first place I went to to look for his songs was YouTube.  It was hard to find the songs then because a lot were in Chinese or Kazakh or Russian (which I only realised months later).  Then I went to Spotify.  There was not even one.  (I had not known about QQMusic then, which had lots of his songs.). I was so disappointed.  Then I became detemined that that disappointment would not be felt by others who went to Spotify to search for 'Dimash Kudaibergen'.  Even if they only found a playlist.  So I made a playlist of the songs he interpreted.  For me, he didn't cover them.  He made them new... he made them his own. I thought that the playlist would only last for a few months and then I could delete it.  But it just took a life of its own.  Much to my surprise, the playlist now has 3,409 followers. Songs Interpreted By Dimash Kudaibergen

Okinish (Regrets)

Okinish (Regrets) in three languages... a video worked on by Dimash_Rhapsody (thank you sooo much!) Dimash sang this song so beautifully! Димаш Кудайбергенов Lyrics:@jomartoraz(ins) English translation: Joyce Hong @lepton量子13 Banu watched the video to help @dimash_rhapsody with the translation, who then translated into Chinese. Instagram link https://www.instagram.com/tv/B0i-auVA6uM/?igshid=1sgujl0rtogka Weibo link https://weibointl.api.weibo.cn/share/83910987.html?weibo_id=4399895605972689 Okinish (Regrets) In English "Regret" - 'Okinish' You were the springtime of my soul, Oh, sadly, your feelings were fleeting. I cannot understand my heart Since you came into my life and left it. I cannot understand my heart Since you came into my life and left it. In vain you blamed me, You did not ask me for my reasons, Even though you loved, You could not endure. Now you say, "It is too late.” I miss you... Can you hear me? Please, fight for our love!...

Dimash at New York!

Get the news out! Dimash will be at Barclays New York on December 10, 2019! We can do our part in helping the tickets get sold by talking about this on social media or sharing his videos. Let people know a vocal phenomenon will be in New York and they won't regret seeing him onstage ⚡

'If I Never Breathe Again'

  If I Never Breathe Again sung by Dimash Kudaibergen written by Mark Masri If I could stop the world from turning You should know I'd try And if I could stop your heart from hurting till the end of time If I never breathe again You should always know If this ever comes to end I couldn't ask for more I wouldn't ask for more If I could stop the sky from falling And make the mountains move I'd get to you even if it means crawling Just so I could prove If I never breathe again You should always know If this ever comes to end I couldn't ask for more I wouldn't ask for more And if we had the chance to do it all again I wouldn't change a thing I might break, but I'd never bend If I never breathe again You should always know If this ever comes to end I couldn't ask for more I wouldn't ask for more...  

Shine, Dimash Kudaibergen!

"Shine... For you are light and wonder. For there are galaxies within you And stardust dances in your soul. Stars live in your eyes and glory and grace live in your bones. You are beautiful You are light and wonder. You shine." - G. C. Lichtenberg Source photo cr: @chaser0524 #dimash #dimashkudaibergen

Dimash's First Digital Album ID

At the stroke of midnight, 14 June 2019, Dimash Kudaibergen's first digital album was released on QQ Music!  And the dears went crazy trying to buy the album with QQCoins and WeChat Pay.  Edit : This post was made on 13 June 2019 but due to a human glitch, it was reposted today.  Bummer.

How I Recognise Dimash's Name in Chinese

I found out early that if I wanted to be able to get info about Dimash (or do stuff like vote for him), I needed to know his name in two different alphabets.  In Cyrillic alphabet, it's easy Димаш Құдайберген. But in Chinese, it's more difficult. So this is how I memorise his name in Chinese. I tell myself the first symbol is of a stylized man carrying a treasure. The treasure even has a handle. The second is a cart that will carry that treasure (see, it has grills at the back) and the third is a Kazakh horse that pulls the cart and treasure. So even when pics won't load, I can still locate Dimash's name in a voting list.

Oh, The Imagery In Dimash's 'Know'

Dimash's new video is so full of imagery and symbolism that it's hard to talk about everything in it. So I decided to just talk about it in small 'bites'. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ In this clip, the observer-narrator (Dimash)  sings of their struggle. At the start, the man and woman discover the wide open spaces away from their waterfall and go through an agony of decision-making... should they break away from their comfort zone or not? In the end, they do leave the cave. But they are not weak. They are strong and ready to face whatever is waiting in the unknown. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ A classic story of a rising from the depths to discover new vistas. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #dimash #dimashkudaibergen

'Know' Video Is Pure Art

The lush imagery, the sweeping vistas, the raw grittiness of the dancers and in contrast their elegant moves...their physical expressiveness.... Wow! and then there's the somber observer-narrator with his spellbinding song... this music video has so many elements and is so layered that I'm seeing different things with every viewing. I don't know where to start 😅 #dimash #dimashkudaibergen

Dimash's Performance of 'Know' Was Spellbinding

'Know' 'Знай' 'Vocalise' Call it what it may but it was still an amazing piece of music by Dimash.  

Dimash's 'Passione'

The song Passione speaks to me of an all-encompassing passion that takes  over one's life. A passion that delights, yet tortures and burns one up from within. Can you imagine a passion that fills your heart, your  mind, your soul... unspeakable delight and indescribable joy. That makes you feel "THIS is why I live... THIS is why I came into this world!" ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ But yet it  scandalises, appals and makes people feel outraged... there is anger, lies and maybe even hate.  Yet.. yet you cannot let go. You may even cry, sobbing as if your heart  would break.  Writhing in pain over this. Torn in two and unable to choose. And there is a screaming  in your head tearing you to pieces, even seducing you to remain in that  terrible but beautiful agony. It's worth it, the scream says... it's worth the pain!  Yet it hurts so bad.. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Then a light appears... Gently  it comes, bringing a loving touch.. and it brings sanity into a heart full o...

Dimash Kudaibergen Is A Light In This World

For such a young man, Dimash displays an astonishing grace and elegance in his physical self as well as his way of interacting with the world. It is not merely his physical beauty and outstanding vocal talent that rivets people's attention and binds their admiration... it is his gentle consideration of those 'weaker' souls in communities (the children, the aged, the disabled...) and his championing of their status in society. He doesn't do this in an overt way... he models it through what he does every day of his life. This man is a true original and we are fortunate to witness his life and the effects of his choices in this generation. I offer as proof the millions of people from all ages who come forward to follow him, opening social media accounts even though they have never wanted to before and doing all they can to share about him even though they have never done so before, thus surprising their family and friends. I know these people are coming out to support D...

Dimash at New Wave 2019

Dimash spent a whole week at Sochi, Russia for the New Wave 2019 and delivered so many wonderful performances.   Mademoiselle Hyde Olimpico aka 'Ogni Pietra'  'Love Is Like A Dream' 'Know' and the NEW SONG 'Passione'

Dimash's Physical CD Will Be On Sale!

[iD] Album CD released today ! Advance sale time : 2019.08.31 15:00 (BJS) Release time:2019.09.20 10:00 (BJS) Reposted from Dimash's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kudaibergenov.dimash/  

A Week's Worth of Dimash Singing

7 days of Dimash Dimash Dimash?? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 23 Aug Satpayev, Kazakhstan 24, 25 Aug, Sochi, Russia 27 Aug, Kazan, Tatarstan, Russia 28, 29 Aug, Sochi, Russia Goodbye, sleep!