Kiana V drops new single ‘Sweet Release,’ to join dad Gary Valenciano’s last concert

Nikka Avegail Sabio

<p>Singer Kiana Valenciano, who also goes by the stage name Kiana V, released another bop song as she continues to make waves in the music industry.</p><p>Last April 26, Kiana dropped her new dance single “Sweet Release” that showcases her unique vocal stylings and songwriting ability with her co-songwriters Rosemarie Tan and Philippe dela Pena.</p><p>The song, which was produced by De’La, has a catchy and irresistible rhythm that will surely hook listeners and make them sway on the dance floor.</p><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/Kiana-V-drops-new-single-Sweet-Release.jpg" style="width:500px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Kiana V drops new single ‘Sweet Release,’ to join dad Gary Valenciano’s last concert"/></div><p>As per Kiana, the song is very deeply personal as it came from her own experience. She also dedicated her song to her best friend.</p><p>In an interview with the singer at an event for an international clothing brand in Makati, she shared some insights into the evolution of her sound.</p><p>“I’ve started writing, and some of my favorite songs are in Tagalog,” Kiana said, revealing that she has been exploring writing Tagalog songs.</p><div><a href="https://push.abs-cbn.com/2021/9/30/fresh-scoops/kiana-valenciano-featured-on-billboard-in-new-york-196052"><strong>READ: Kiana Valenciano featured on billboard in New York City&#x27;s Time Square<br/></strong></a></div><p>Kiana also stated that she is currently leaning more toward a pop vibe, reminiscent of her father, Gary Valenciano’s iconic style.</p><p>“I’m really, really excited. It’s different to express ourselves in our native tongue. It’s really moving, a different experience. I’m having too much fun,” she added.</p><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/C6StpULSg7n/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=450&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fent-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A2006789.400000006%2C%22ls%22%3A2006136.699999988%2C%22le%22%3A2006659%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="880" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p>Besides her new single, Kiana also announced her upcoming album that will drop soon. She is also eyeing releasing a new batch of songs as she continues writing and recording nowadays.</p><p>“It’s kind of two years in the making,” Kiana said. “So you’ll hear a lot of my growth through my storytelling, and also sonically; the sound of the music, the genre, has been changing as well. It’s different from what I’ve released in the past, but a good kind of different.”</p><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-1" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/C6Ne8hoy5Un/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=450&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fent-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A1%2C%22os%22%3A2006806.900000006%2C%22ls%22%3A2006136.699999988%2C%22le%22%3A2006659%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="547" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-1" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p>Kiana had recently performed at the National Diversity Coalition’s 21st Annual Economic Development Conference at The Landmark in Mission Hills, California with soul singer April Velasco, the internationally acclaimed all-male hip-hop dance group Junior New System, and Nonie Belarmino’s iDance Line Dancers.</p><p>She also joined her father Gary onstage last April 26 and 27 at his concert. Her brother, Gab Valenciano, also performed on both nights.</p><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-2" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/C6X5SrpB6pt/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=450&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fent-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A2006822.900000006%2C%22ls%22%3A2006136.699999988%2C%22le%22%3A2006659%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="566" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-2" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p>In 2020, Kiana moved to the US to further expand her skills and started a journey to a tremendous growth in her career and personal life. Beyond being miles apart, her parents continue to support their daughter.</p><div><a href="https://push.abs-cbn.com/2021/11/16/fresh-scoops/kiana-valenciano-on-living-independently-abroad-196901"><strong>READ: Kiana Valenciano on living independently abroad: ‘I wanted to start from scratch’<br/></strong></a></div><p>Gary has spoken at length about how proud he is that Kiana is forging her own path in the world.</p><p>However, the loving dad admitted that he misses her, which is why it is special for him to share a stage with his daughter at his last concert after four decades in the industry.</p><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-3" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/C1HGRaTvf4I/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=450&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fent-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A3%2C%22os%22%3A2008452.7999999821%2C%22ls%22%3A2006136.699999988%2C%22le%22%3A2006659%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="579" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-3" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p>This coming May 10, Kiana is set again to join her dad for his Pure Energy: One Last Time extension concert at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay.</p><div><a href="https://push.abs-cbn.com/2024/4/26/gary-valenciano-wows-with-energetic-performances-during-pure-energy-one-last-time-concert-325"><strong>READ: Gary Valenciano wows with energetic performances during day 1 of ‘Pure Energy: One Last Time’ concert<br/></strong></a></div><p>As per the press release, all proceeds from the show will benefit the Valenciano family’s Shining Light Foundation, continuing Gary’s legacy of giving back through his music.  </p><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/C6n6x3LPov7/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=450&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fent-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A2008496.699999988%2C%22ls%22%3A2006136.699999988%2C%22le%22%3A2006659%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="746" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-4" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><p>Kiana is known as an R&amp;B and soul artist who is paving her own path with her songs such as &quot;Does She Know,&quot; &quot;5:30,&quot; &quot;Misfits,&quot; “See Me,” “Dare You,” and “Keep It Secret.”</p>

<p><i>Kiana V will join her father, Gary Valenciano, in another night of his ‘Pure Energy: One Last Time’ extension concert.</i></p>

Kiana V will join her father, Gary Valenciano, in another night of his ‘Pure Energy: One Last Time’ extension concert.

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Kiana V drops new single ‘Sweet Release,’ to join dad Gary Valenciano’s last concert

Kiana V drops new single ‘Sweet Release,’ to join dad Gary Valenciano’s last concert

Nikka Sabio

Published May 09, 2024 01:41 PM PHT

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