Bio

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.