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About
LGBTQ+ pop artist, choreographer, and anti-bullying advocate widely recognized for his blend of synth-pop sounds with modern dance influences. His original lyrics explore a variety of personal themes, as can be heard in tracks such as "Feeling the Yes," "Don't Leave Me Alone," and "Dance Like No One's Watching," as well as his studio album Episode 1. He has been hailed by media outlets including USA Today, Teases and Dares, and Essentially Pop. His music videos have been featured by VH1 and MTV. He has appeared at music festivals including the first-ever Montclair Pride, where he performed in front of an audience of over 5,000. He also gained traction for his "Dirty Pop Party" concert tour, which featured numerous LGBTQ+ artists across major U.S. cities.
Before fame
He began taking dance classes when he was 18 years old. It was there that he learned to discover his own personal style as a choreographer, which he has described as street jazz/funk.
Trivia
He is a passionate advocate in the fight against bullying. He has performed his #istandwithjline concert for over 1 million students across the nation, using the performance series to share his own experience with bullying and describe how he overcame the negativity by concentrating on his love of music.
Family life
He is openly gay and actively leverages his platform to promote awareness and support for LGBTQ+ issues.
Associated with
He has performed at music festivals throughout the nation, appearing alongside fellow artists including Kelly Rowland and Lady Gaga.
