Elton Deda
Elton Deda (born 5 April 1973 in Tirana) is an Albanian singer.
First performances
During his career, Deda received took part in many song festivals. Elton's first appearance in TV was in the early 80's, where he sang "Koha në pentagramin tim" (The time in my pentagram), dedicated to his father, Ferdinand Deda, who at the time, was a very popular conductor.
First band
While he was young, he formed "Tingulli i Zjarrtë", and received "Best Group Award". After joining "Tingulli i Zjarrtë", Deda was the most popular artist in the 90's. Together with his band, they participated in Festivali i Këngës several times.
Other band memberships
In 1993, Deda left Tingulli i Zjarrtë and formed the group Aneroid, where he starting experimenting new styles. His first album with the band was "The world is yours", which was presented during his concert. That was the first Unplugged music concert in Albania, ever. He left the group in 1995.
After Tingulli i Zjarrtë and Aneroid, Deda was asked to be a part of "Thunderway". He was a part of the band for more than 1 year, but again he left the group.
Solo career
His solo career impressed the public. He released "Qyteti i Vjetër" (The Old Town). Later than year he released "Unë s'mund të ndryshoj" (I can't change), and many more. Deda, also organised Aurela Gaçe's first concert in 1996. Also, he has been a producer for many shows, including Festivali i Këngës.
Currently, Deda is a judge in The Voice of Albania.
References
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