Josiah Leming
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About
Folk singer-songwriter known professionally as Josiah and the Bonnevilles. He rose to fame after appearing on Season 7 of American Idol and released his first album Come on Kid in 2010. He continued to release albums, EPs and tour with his Americana Appalachian-rooted style music.
Before Fame
He grew up in Tennessee and learned to play piano at an early age. He began writing his own music when he was 13, and performing when he was 16.
Trivia
He made history by landing a major record label deal despite not making the Top 24 contests on his American Idol season.
Family Life
He grew up with four sisters and four brothers. He has written music about his late mother.
Associated With
His cover of "Grace Kelly" by English singer Mika helped propel him to fame on American Idol.
