Jon McLaughlin

Singer-songwriter and producer

Jon McLaughlin - Singer-songwriter and producer
Born

September 27th, 1982
43 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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