Jason Derulo, born Jason Joel Desrouleaux, is an American singer, songwriter, dancer and entertainer best known for chart-topping songs including “Whatcha Say,” “Ridin’ Solo,” “Talk Dirty,” “Wiggle,” “Want to Want Me,” “Swalla” and “Savage Love.” He emerged as one of the most successful pop and R&B artists of the late 2000s and 2010s, combining music … Read more
Jeanie Poling was an American bluegrass and country singer, guitarist and community music organizer who became a prominent figure in San Francisco’s traditional music scene. Born in 1959 on Long Island, New York, she moved to San Francisco at the age of 19 and eventually built a life that combined professional work, family responsibilities and … Read more
Jelly Roll is an American rapper, singer and songwriter who has built a career by blending country, rock, hip hop and Southern musical influences. Born Jason Bradley DeFord on December 4, 1984, in Antioch, Tennessee, he became known for emotionally direct songs about addiction, incarceration, redemption, family and personal struggles. His journey from underground hip … Read more
Duncan Scott Sheik is an American singer, songwriter, musician, composer and actor who has built a career across pop music, alternative rock, film and musical theatre. Born on November 18, 1969, in Montclair, New Jersey, he became widely known for his 1996 hit song “Barely Breathing,” which earned him a Grammy Award nomination. He later … Read more
Natalie Casey is an English actress, television presenter, narrator and singer who has built a long career across television, theatre and music. She is best known for playing Carol Groves in the Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks and Donna Henshaw in the BBC comedy series Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps. Her … Read more
Julianne Alexandra Hough is an American dancer, actress, singer, television personality and entrepreneur who has built a career across dance, music, film, television and theatre. Born on July 20, 1988, in Orem, Utah, she became internationally recognised through her work on Dancing with the Stars, where she won two championships as a professional dancer before … Read more
Finneas O’Connell, professionally known as FINNEAS, is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, composer, musician and actor who has become one of the most influential behind the scenes figures in contemporary pop music. Born on July 30, 1997, in Los Angeles, California, he is widely recognised for his work as a producer and co songwriter … Read more
Taylor Hanson is an American singer, songwriter, musician, producer and entrepreneur best known as one of the founding members of the pop rock band Hanson. Born Jordan Taylor Hanson on March 14, 1983, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, he became internationally famous as a teenager alongside his brothers Isaac and Zac Hanson. The trio achieved worldwide success … Read more
Ice Spice is an American rapper and songwriter who rose to international fame with her distinctive Bronx drill sound, laid-back delivery and viral hit songs. Born Isis Naija Gaston, she became one of the most recognisable young artists in hip-hop after the success of “Munch (Feelin’ U)” in 2022. She later expanded her audience through … Read more
Jass Manak is an Indian Punjabi singer, songwriter, music composer and actor who became one of the biggest young names in Punjabi pop through songs such as “Prada,” “Lehanga,” “Suit Punjabi,” “Viah” and “Boss.” Born Jaspreet Singh Manak on February 12, 1999, in Jalandhar, Punjab, India, he entered the music industry as a teenager and … Read more