Gelo Rivera

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In this Philippine name, the family name is Rivera.
Angelo Troy Rivera
Born (2001-04-18) 18 April 2001 (age 21)
Pasay City, Philippines
Other namesGelo
EducationGrade 12 (on-going)[1]
Occupation
  • rapper
  • singer
  • songwriter
Years active2018–present
Agent(s)Star Hunt (2018–2020)
Star Magic (2020–present)
Known for
  • A-Team (Philippine Hip-hop Dance Crew)
  • Member of BGYO
Musical career
GenresP-pop
Instrument(s)Vocals
LabelsStar Music
Old School Records

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)[A][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[]

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[]

2018–Present: Star Hunt Academy and debut with BGYO[]

Main article: BGYO

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[]

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[]

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[]

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[]

For Rivera's work with BGYO, see BGYO discography.

Production credits[]

All song credits are adapted from the Tidal, unless otherwise noted.

Year Artist(s) Song Album Lyricist Composer Ref.
Credited With Credited With
2021 BGYO "The Light" The Light - Single
The Light 		Yes
  • Rogan
  • Ddank
  • Gelo Rivera
  • Akira Morishita
  • JL Toreliza
  • Mikki Claver
  • Nate Porcalla
 No
  • Rogan
  • Ddank
 [25]
BGYO
Keiko Necesario 		"Runnin'" Runnin' - Single No
  • Keiko Necesario
 Yes
  • Gelo Rivera
  • Akira Morishita
  • JL Toreliza
  • Mikki Claver
  • Nate Porcalla
  • Keiko Necesario
 [26]
BGYO "The Baddest" The Baddest - Single
The Light 		Yes
  • Angelo Troy Rivera (Gelo)
  • Akira Morishita
  • Jonathan Manalo
  • TC Mack
  • Tha Aristocratz
 Yes
  • Angelo Troy Rivera (Gelo)
  • Akira Morishita
  • Jonathan Manalo
  • TC Mack
  • Tha Aristocratz
 [27]

Filmography[]

Series[]

Year Title Role Notes Ref.
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[]

Year Title Role Network Note(s) Ref.
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[]

  1. ^ "The track was part of the 4th Season of Coke Studio Philippines' Itodo Mo Beat Mo."

References[]

  1. ^ 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.
  2. ^ Jump up to: a b c "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.
  3. ^ Jump up to: a b "RAWR Mag: Gelo Rivera, BGYO's Charismatic Frontman". lionheartv.net. Archived from the original on 2022-06-20. Retrieved 2022-06-20.
  4. ^ "P-POP GROUP BGYO DEBUTS WITH SINGLE 'THE LIGHT'". wazzup.ph. Archived from the original on 2022-05-12. Retrieved 2022-05-12.
  5. ^ "BGYO Collaborates with Keiko Necesario in Original Song Runnin'". underoneceiling.com. Retrieved 2021-06-26.
  6. ^ For citations about "The Baddest" as co-written by Gelo.
  7. ^ 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.
  8. ^ Jump up to: a b c "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.
  9. ^ Jump up to: a b 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.
  10. ^ 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.
  11. ^ 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.
  12. ^ 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.
  13. ^ 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.
  14. ^ Jump up to: a b c Calistina (2021-03-03). "Interview with/avec BGYO". koukyouzen.com. Retrieved 2021-05-01.
  15. ^ "뮤닥터아카데미, 대한민국 교육산업대상 수상" [Mu Doctor Academy, Korea Education Industry Award]. News (in Korean). 2021-03-19. Retrieved 2022-06-08 – via TechWorld.
  16. ^ Cupin, Bea (January 10, 2021). "BINI, SHA Boys, and ABS-CBN's plans to be 'regional, global player'". Rappler. Retrieved April 19, 2022.
  17. ^ 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.
  18. ^ "BGYO BRINGS 'THE LIGHT' AS AN UPCOMING P-POP GROUP". philippinekpopconvention.com. Retrieved 2021-01-30.
  19. ^ 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.
  20. ^ 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.
  21. ^ For citations that Gelo Rivera considers Jabbawockeez as an influence.
  22. ^ 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.
  23. ^ 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.
  24. ^ "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.
  25. ^ 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.
  26. ^ "Runnin' - Song Credits". Star Music. 2021-06-18. Retrieved 2022-09-18 – via Tidal.
  27. ^ "The Baddest - Song Credits". Star Music. 2021-08-20. Retrieved 2022-09-18 – via Tidal.
  28. ^ Jump up to: a b "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.
  29. ^ Jump up to: a b "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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