Juice Newton
Singer-songwriter known for country hits
Born
February 18th, 1952
73 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A singer-songwriter and guitarist, the artist gained prominence in the early 1980s with a blend of country, pop, and rock. The debut album, "Juice," featured the hit single "Angel of the Morning," which reached the top of the charts. Subsequent success came with the album "Counterfeit" and its lead single, a cover of "The Sweetest Thing (I've Ever Known)." The artist received multiple accolades, including two Grammy Awards and several American Music Awards. Revered for a smooth vocal style and adept guitar skills, the artist carved out a successful career in the music industry.
Hit single 'Angel of the Morning'
Winning two Grammy Awards
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