Michael Joseph Nelson

About

English singer and musician known under the stage name Banners. His music has been featured in many popular TV shows. In 2018, he appeared on season 16 of American Idol. In 2019, he released his debut studio album Where the Shadow Ends. He posts music and commentary on YouTube to over 550,000 subscribers, his videos have been viewed over 388 million times.

Before Fame

He grew up singing in Liverpool Cathedral Choir. He performed throughout Europe with the choir. In 2015, he moved to Toronto, Ontario, Canada. That year, he released his debut single "Ghosts" under the stage name Raines. The song featured in episodes of Suits and Teen Wolf.

Trivia

His song "Half Light" featured in the soundtrack album for the television series The Royals. His single "Start a Riot" was featured in Lucifer. His 2019 single "Someone to You" was in a season 17 episode of Grey's Anatomy, for the return of Derek Shepherd.

Family Life

His father worked as a music producer. He spent time with him in recording studios. His step father and step mother were also musical. 

Associated With

The music video for his 2016 song "Holy Ground" starred Ashley Greene.