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Everything you need to cover David J — bio versions, fact sheet, press quotes, and media resources. For interviews, photos, or rider requests, use the Contact form.

Quick Facts

Name
David J
Age
22
Hometown
Rotterdam, Upstate New York
Based In
Nashville, TN
Genre
Pop-Country
Label
Sony Music Nashville / Runner Music
Management
Grey Area Music
Booking
Sabrina Butera — CAA
Career Streams
119M+ on-demand
Social Followers
~1M total
Radio
SiriusXM "The Highway" — "Stay" & "Lost My Heartbreak"
Notable
CMA Fest 2023 — Maui Jim Reverb Stage

Biography

Short Bio (~75 words)

22-year-old David J is a pop-country singer-songwriter from upstate New York with 119M+ career streams. Signed to Sony Music Nashville in partnership with Ryan Tedder's Runner Music, he's opened for Blake Shelton, Mitchell Tenpenny, and Lauren Alaina. His breakout hits "After We Broke Up" and "Found A Girl" showcase his hook-driven songwriting and piercing vocal presence.

Long Bio (~200 words)

With a work ethic shaped in his upstate New York hometown, 22-year-old David J has spent years sharpening his hook-driven songwriting and distinctive vocal presence. He started making trips to Nashville at 15, teaching himself to sing and play multiple instruments along the way — fueling a sound that blends sharp storytelling with effortless pop-country melodies.

His momentum keeps building on the strength of breakout streaming favorites like "After We Broke Up (feat. Frawley)" and "Found A Girl," tracks that spotlight his range, emotional depth, and natural pull toward big, memorable hooks. Collaborations with Ryan Tedder, Grant Boutin, Danny Majic, and others continue to expand his artistic reach.

Known for a piercing, mature voice that reaches far beyond his age, David brings listeners directly into his world with a grounded, emotionally rich approach to storytelling. On stage, he's already held his own alongside Mitchell Tenpenny, Lauren Alaina, Blake Shelton, Niko Moon, and Chase Rice — cementing him as one of country-pop's most exciting young voices still leveling up.

Career Highlights

  • Signed to Sony Music Nashville / Runner Music — June 2, 2023
  • 119M+ career on-demand streams across catalog
  • SiriusXM "The Highway" rotation — "Stay" and "Lost My Heartbreak"
  • CMA Fest 2023 performer — Maui Jim Reverb Stage
  • Tour support: Blake Shelton, Mitchell Tenpenny, Lauren Alaina, Chase Rice, Niko Moon, Riley Green
  • Collaborators: Ryan Tedder, Grant Boutin, Danny Majic, Frawley, Brandon Silverstein

Press Quotes

"David is a true unicorn talent and I'm thrilled that Runner can partner with Sony to help bring his music to the world."
— Ryan Tedder — OneRepublic, Runner Music
"When I was in my bedroom studio in New York and releasing my own music, I always dreamt of being on a major label and working with Ryan Tedder. The day I walked into Sony it felt like home and I'm so excited for our future together!"
— David J — on signing to Sony Music Nashville / Runner Music
"'Last Time' is a song about going back to that person who you know isn't right for you, and you think one more time won't hurt as badly, but instead it just makes everything worse."
— David J — on 'Last Time'

Press Archive

Dedicated pages covering the milestones that define David J's major-label era — signings, tours, radio rotation, and festival performances. Each page summarizes the story and links out to the original coverage.

Media Resources

Press Photo Pack

Hero portrait + B&W performance + key artwork

Hi-res JPG · contact for download link

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Logo Pack

DAVID J wordmark — white PNG, black PNG, SVG

Transparent · contact for download link

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Technical Rider

Stage plot, input list, hospitality

Available on request via management

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Representation

Label
Sony Music Nashville / Runner Music
Management
Grey Area Music — Joe Putnam, Sean Pace, Collin McMillan
Booking
Sabrina Butera — CAA
Strategic Partner
Brandon Silverstein

For all media, interview, or booking inquiries, please use the Contact page.

Press · FAQ

Press & Media — FAQ

Where can I download David J's press kit and photos?
The Press page houses the bio (short and long versions), fact sheet, press quotes, and links to request hi-res photos, logos, and the technical rider.
Who manages press requests for David J?
Grey Area Music (Nashville) — Joe Putnam, Sean Pace, and Collin McMillan. Use the Contact page form and select Press.
What outlets have covered David J?
Coverage spans Nashville trade press (MusicRow, Music Mayhem, Holler Country), country-pop outlets (Taste of Country), and hometown TV features (CBS6 Albany). See the Press Archive for dedicated pages on each milestone.
When did David J sign to Sony Music Nashville?
June 2, 2023, in partnership with Ryan Tedder's Runner Music.