Jon McLaughlin
Singer-songwriter and producer
Born
September 27th, 1982
42 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Born in 1982, this American singer-songwriter gained recognition for combining pop and rock elements in music. The debut album, 'Indiana', featured the hit single 'Beautiful Disaster'. In 2007, the artist's song 'So Close' was featured in the Disney film 'Enchanted', which contributed to wider acclaim. Through the years, collaborations with various artists and contributions to soundtrack albums further showcased songwriting and production skills.
Released the album 'Indiana'
Performed 'So Close' in 'Enchanted'
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