Liz Kay

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Liz Kay
Birth nameEliza Krul
Born1981
Delft, Netherlands
Genres Eurodance
Euro-trance
Occupation(s)Singer
Instrument(s)Vocals

Eliza Krul (born 1981, in Delft), known professionally as Liz Kay, is a Dutch Eurodance singer and social media marketeer.

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Biography

Kay has worked with various DJ's in recording studios, including Yanou

Kay commented:

"We did a song to see if we are a good team. I was very excited, because I know that Yanou is a major producer. It felt so natural and we were very happy with the results, so we never stopped working together. Manian is also an important part of the team. I am very proud and grateful to work with both of them!"

In 2007, the eurodance-single "When Love Becomes a Lie" was released, followed by "Castles in the Sky", which was originally released by Ian Van Dahl.

Discography

Singles
Collaborations

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