Cassadee Pope

American singer-songwriter with chart-topping hits

Cassadee Pope - American singer-songwriter with chart-topping hits
Born

August 28th, 1989
35 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A prominent figure in country music, this singer-songwriter gained fame as the lead vocalist of the band Hey Monday before launching a successful solo career. Debut album, 'Frame by Frame,' released in 2013, included chart-topping singles and showcased a blend of rock and country influences. This artist also won Season 3 of 'The Voice,' which significantly increased visibility and expanded the fan base. Subsequent works have continued to receive commercial success and positive reception.

Won Season 3 of 'The Voice'

Released debut solo album 'Frame by Frame'

Lead vocalist for the band Hey Monday

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