Jon Stevens

Singer-songwriter, 'Jesse's Girl'

Jon Stevens - Singer-songwriter, 'Jesse's Girl'
Born

October 8th, 1961
63 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Australia

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Born in 1961, this New Zealand-Australian musician gained prominence as the lead singer of the rock band Noiseworks during the 1980s. The group achieved commercial success with hits such as 'Take Me Back' and 'No Lies'. Later, he pursued a solo career, releasing several albums and singles that contributed to his popularity in the Australian music scene. One of his notable songs, 'Jesse's Girl', solidified his reputation as a talented singer-songwriter. Over the years, he has also participated in various musical theatre productions and has collaborated with other artists in the industry, leaving a lasting imprint on the region's music landscape.

Led Noiseworks to commercial success

Released the single 'Jesse's Girl'

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