Kendra Erika: A Rising Star in the Music Industry with Billboard Chart Success + Notable Collaborations
Kendra Erika is a talented artist known for her work as a singer, songwriter, and actress. She originally hails from Boca Raton, Florida, but she now resides in Los Angeles.
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Here are some notable highlights from her career:
Billboard Chart Success: Kendra Erika has achieved remarkable success on the Billboard Dance Club Song Chart with several hits, including a #1 hit for her version of "Self Control," a new twist on the 1984 pop/dance hit by Laura Branigan. This song was one of the biggest dance hits of 2019 and earned a coveted spot on the Billboard Dance Charts Year End top 30. Her other charting tracks include "Under My Skin" (#6), "Break the Wheel" (#8), "Oasis" (#9), and "A Deeper Love" (#10).
Recent Releases: Over the past 18 months, Kendra Erika has released a total of 12 tracks, showcasing her consistent output and creativity.
"Thriller Killer" Success: Kendra Erika's song "Thriller Killer," which she co-wrote with Andrew Kirk, gained popularity with over 1.2 million views on YouTube. It was also in heavy rotation on MTV and peaked at #2 on the UK Music Week commercial pop club chart in April 2023.
"Rapture" Licensing: Her song "Rapture," co-written with Ronnie DiCicco, achieved #4 on the UK Music Week Upfront Club Chart. Additionally, the track was licensed by HBO Max for the show "Sex Lives of College Girls" and by NBC for "CSI: Vegas."
Hollywood Independent Music Award: In 2023, Kendra Erika, along with Ralph Johnson and Myron McKinley from Earth Wind & Fire, won the Hollywood Independent Music Award for their recording of Frank Sinatra's "Witchcraft."
Collaborations: Kendra Erika has collaborated with notable artists, including a dance remake of "As Long As You're Mine" from "Wicked" with two-time Tony winner and American Idol finalist Constantine Maroulis. She also collaborated with Earth, Wind & Fire on a remake of Frank Sinatra's "Witchcraft," which earned them the 2023 Hollywood Independent Music Award. Additionally, a duet with Chloe Lattanzi, the daughter of Olivia Newton-John, is planned for release in early 2024.
Co-Writers and Producers: Kendra Erika has worked with a range of talented co-writers and producers, including Damon Sharpe, Luigie "LUGO" Gonzalez, Chris Garcia, Andrew Kirk "Run Aground," Ronnie "Chico" DiCicco, John DeNicola, Charlie Midnight, and Mark Mangold, further showcasing her versatility and ability to collaborate with industry professionals.
Opening Acts: Kendra Erika has had the opportunity to open for notable artists like Cody Simpson, Jason Derulo, and Shannon, further cementing her presence in the music industry.
