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His debut album [The Golden Age] received critical acclaim and established him as a force to be reckoned with. Since then, Woodkid has continued to release captivating music that resonates with listeners on a deep emotional level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith his distinctive style and undeniable talent, Woodkid has become an influential figure in both the music and film industries. His work has garnered numerous awards and accolades, solidifying his status as one of today's most innovative artists. 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Following the release of a second single \u003ci\u003eRun Boy Run\u003c\/i\u003e, which became a classic in a matter of weeks - with the accompanying video nominated at the prestigious Grammy Award in 2013, Woodkid decided to bring out his first album. A record with incredible ambition for this young Frenchman who America was already crazy about, picking up the momentum for his rise. \u003ci\u003eThe Golden Age\u003c\/i\u003e is an epic quest, a beautiful and surprising adventure. The foundations of the Woodkid staple are of course all on display : percussions, string and brass arrangements, piano, programming and - of course - this powerful and sensitive voice that delicately runs through the melodies with great magnitude. A few months after its release \u003ci\u003eThe Golden Age\u003c\/i\u003e was certified Platinum and Woodkid went on to collect the Prize for “Best Live New Act” at the French Music Awards on February 14th 2014.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a multi-talented artist, Woodkid thought out his project with all aspects in mind. Initially working as a video director for the greatest (Lana Del Rey, Drake and Rihanna), he then directs his own videos and starts creating the visuals and stage-design for his own live performances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince then, this gifted all-rounder has continued to explore multiple paths. In 2014 he works alongside contemporary artist JR on an original piece commissioned by the New York City Ballet (JR creating and Woodkid producing the music), takes the artistic reins of Pharrell Williams’ live shows and co-writes an original soundtrack with Hans Zimmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn 2015, Nils Frahm performs the soundtrack that Woodkid wrote for a documentary on Ellis Island, directed by JR with commentaries from Robert De Niro.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe same year, cinematographer Jonas Cuaron (creator of gravity) asks him to write the music for his feature film \u003ci\u003eDesierto\u003c\/i\u003e a gruelling thriller set in the Mexican-American desert. 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