Zarah (entertainer)

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Zarah
Author and TV personality Zarah in 2019.jpg
Recording artist and TV personality Zarah in 2019
Born
Manila, Philippines
Other namesZarah Maillard
CitizenshipAmerican
Occupations
Years active2002–present
Known for
  • B InTune TV (2005)
  • Diamonds are For Cocktails (2022)
  • Blind Woman (2024)
Website zarahrocks.com

Zarah Maillard (born in Manila, Philippines) professionally known as Zarah is an American singer, songwriter, writer, television personality, and executive producer. She wrote the murder mystery novel Diamonds are For Cocktails that was published in 2022, [1] [2] and in 2023, released her singles including What Have We Become? and Blind Woman she wrote and co-produced from her debut LP of the same title, which became critically acclaimed. [3] [4] [5]

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Her earlier work includes performing with the rock band Goo Goo Dolls as a musician. She later hosted the music-based teen show B InTune TV [6] with guest stars including Alicia Keys, Jesse McCartney, Rihanna, Jared Leto, Justin Timberlake, Alanis Morissette, Beyoncé, Led Zeppelin, Clint Eastwood, and the Rolling Stones, broadcasting in 120 million television homes in the United States [7] with broadcast affiliates of 54 countries worldwide including Canada, Europe and Asia that ran for eight seasons. [8] [9]

Early life

Zarah was born in Manila and raised in Los Angeles where she began to pursue her career. [10] [11]

Growing up, music played a huge role in her earlier years as a developing artist, and was largely viewed as an entertainment surrounding her family. [12]

Television career

B InTune TV inside a sound stage with the Goo Goo Dolls taping for upcoming episodes: Zarah behind the scenes with her make-up artist. Zarah behind the scenes with the Goo Goo Dolls filming for upcoming B InTune TV (TV series) episodes.jpeg
B InTune TV inside a sound stage with the Goo Goo Dolls taping for upcoming episodes: Zarah behind the scenes with her make-up artist.

2005–2012: B InTune TV (TV series)

Zarah is best known for her role as the host [13] of B InTune TV, a nationally syndicated daytime television show that teaches and entertains kids between the ages of 13 and 18 years old, which premiered on September 10, 2005, on Viacom and CBS Television Group and UPN Network stations. [6]

Her involvement with non-profits like the Grammy Foundation, which supported music and arts education for children, was the core inspiration behind the show’s programming centered on using music as a powerful tool and popular artists to help educate while she entertains simultaneously as the host of the show. [14] During her interview, she told Charley Daniels of Television Week magazine, "I think music has healed a lot of my past." [6] Zarah eventually became the co-executive producer (EP) and the contributing writer of B InTune TV. [15]

TV personality Zarah interviewing John Cena at the Hope Rocks benefit concert on September 3, 2005 in Hollywood, CA TV personality Zarah interviewing John Cena at the Hope Rocks benefit concert on September 3, 2005 in Hollywood, CA.jpg
TV personality Zarah interviewing John Cena at the Hope Rocks benefit concert on September 3, 2005 in Hollywood, CA

In 2007, Zarah covered an hour-long television special in B InTune TV introducing the iconic rock and roll band Led Zeppelin and their history and accomplishments [9] following their reunion in December 10, 2007, at the O2 Arena in London where she attended the historic Ahmet Ertegun Tribute Concert of the band attributed to the late music executive Ahmet Ertegun. [16] [17] She featured other guest appearances in other episodes including Rihanna, Justin Timberlake, Beyoncé, Jared Leto, Clint Eastwood and the Rolling Stones just to name a few. [18] The show was supported by B InTune TV's industry partners like Warner Bros. Records and Where Music Meets Film at the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah [19] and several major record label giants like Universal Records, Warner Bros. Records and Capitol Records.

B InTune TV reached 120 million households in the United States from the 60 million homes since its premiere covering 130 U.S. television markets, which was renewed for eight seasons and had a growth of 54 international countries from its broadcast affiliates worldwide. [20] Zarah attended B InTune TV’s red carpet event which was held at the Viper Room in Hollywood, [21] commemorating its success. [13]

Other guest appearances discography

ArtistsLegendsActors
Coldplay Led Zeppelin Cuba Gooding, Jr.
Goo Goo Dolls John Lennon Hilary Duff
Alicia Keys The Beatles Vanessa Hudgens
Beyoncé Knowles Chuck Berry Jared Leto
John Mayer Little Richard Daisy Fuentes
Justin Timberlake The Who Tia Mowry
Janet Jackson Paul Simon Amanda Michalka
Bon Jovi Meat Loaf Alyson Michalka
Joss Stone Bill Haley and the Comets Shirley Jones
Dixie Chicks Elvis Presley Tamera Mowry
Mariah Carey Yoko Ono Seth Riggs
Alanis Morissette Frankie Lymon Paris Hilton
Jesse McCartney Styx Cher
Nickel Creek Louis Armstrong
Relient K Peter, Paul and Mary
JoJo Brian Wilson
Kyle Eastwood Carly Simon
Hope Partlow Iron Butterfly
Chingy Christopher Cross
Plain White T's Dave Grusin
Korn Lamont Dozier
OK Go Moonglows
Ashlee Simpson John Coltrane
Yellowcard
Brooke Hogan
Corrine Bailey Rae
Gorillaz
Snoop Dogg

Other television shows

Zarah appeared as an actress in other popular television shows. [22]

Music career

Album launch

Recording artist Zarah performs live at S.I.R. Hollywood, CA. Recording artist Zarah performs live at S.I.R. Hollywood, CA.jpg
Recording artist Zarah performs live at S.I.R. Hollywood, CA.

In 2023, Zarah’s recordings of her studio album with diverse musicians like bassist Chris Chaney of the alternative rock band Jane’s Addiction and bassist for Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill album tour and the Los Angeles Philharmonic orchestra recorded in her lead ballad, was in its completion. [11] Critically acclaimed singles entitled What Have We Become?, Blind Woman, and Guardians Of Our Dreams were released worldwide from her debut studio album Blind Woman. [3] [4] [23]

She wrote, arranged, and co-produced the album at the Henson Recording Studios, formerly known as the A&M Studios in Hollywood, California. [14] The record was engineered by Julian Chan and mix engineer by engineer Mark Needham and remastered at the McCartney Studios in Los Angeles. [11]

Years earlier, Zarah performed live with guitarist and producer Devin Bronson and invited aspiring young musicians to attend. Adam Gaynor, a former band member of Matchbox 20 hosted and introduced her at the show. [24] Fender and Where Music Meets Film at the Sundance Film Festival were among who sponsored the jam-packed event. [24] [25]

Influences and style

Zarah was influenced by classic to modern rock genres and other popular music growing up. [26] She worked with vocal coach Seth Riggs in Hollywood and began to venture into songwriting. [11]

Since then, she worked with bassist Ricky Phillips of Bad English (now a Styx member), and lead guitarist Howard Leese from Heart, [14] and on various music projects including with the Goo Goo Dolls.

Zarah at the 54th Annual GRAMMY Awards at Staples Center, Los Angeles, CA. Zarah at the 54th Annual GRAMMY Awards at Staples Center, Los Angeles, CA.jpg
Zarah at the 54th Annual GRAMMY Awards at Staples Center, Los Angeles, CA.

Performances

Goo Goo Dolls

Zarah's notable performances include concert shows with Goo Goo Dolls across the country. [22] Her first performance with the band took place at the 9:30 Club concert venue in Washington, D.C. [14] known for its gold standard for rock clubs. [27] Subsequently, Zarah met with members of the United States Congress which included United States Senator John Breaux at the Capitol Hill with John Rzeznik, lobbying on issues like music piracy [9] which was prevalent in the music industry. She later performed with the Goo Goo Dolls in other locations like Los Angeles, CA.

In 2006, Zarah featured the Goo Goo Dolls in B InTune TV as her guest stars following them behind the scenes while filming one of the popular television segments How to Launch a Major Rock Concert. She conducted many interviews with the band and their crew members during rehearsal for their upcoming tour. [20]

Events and projects

Zarah worked on a children’s project [9] with rock band U2 in association with the Grammy Foundation where selected local high schools were invited to join in during their soundcheck, and spent time with Bono and bassist Adam Clayton [22] in one of their concert tours in Boston, Massachusetts including co-hosting the B InTune Radio with U2 at 30 chronicling the history of the band for 30 years. In her interview, she expressed how "being able to help educate and entertain teens both at the same time is very powerful." [9]

Writing career

Prior to her novel, Zarah was credited as a contributing writer for the popular weekly television series B InTune TV. She wrote the mystery thriller Diamonds are For Cocktails that included true-to-life characters including H.S.H. Prince Albert II, the reigning monarch of the Principality of Monaco where it mostly takes place and the memories of renowned French chef Paul Bocuse, and British actor Sir Roger Moore [1] [2] [28]

Diamonds are For Cocktails was inspired by the French Riviera's beauty and elegance but mainly the decadence of the 'rich and famous' lifestyle [1] while mysteries unravel along the way that reflected many of her classic film influences and traveling experience. [29]

In 2022, upon the release of her book, Diamonds are For Cocktails received an endorsement from Fox News. [30] [11]

Awards and recognition

Zarah is an advocate for advancing music and arts education for youth. Throughout her career, she has championed edutainment and inspired teens through her various media platforms and was recognized for her work. She has supported a variety of music projects for children lending her talents and skills in all aspects of the entertainment industry [26] and continues to dedicate herself towards similar causes.

Entrepreneurship

In 2011, Zarah designed her first couture gown she wore at the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards. [9] Her evening ensemble was covered in many Grammy red carpet arrival articles that included Los Angeles Times, [31] Chicago Tribune [32] and many other celebrity-driven news such as Life [33] and MSN. [9] [34]

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