Jacob Lusk
Latest News on Jacob Lusk:
The Bless Madonna Releasing Debut Album 'Godspeed' in October (Aug 1, 2024)
Bernie Taupin, Tom Odell, Celeste, and More Set For THE OTHER SONGS LIVE (Apr 10, 2024)
Billy Porter And More To Celebrate Elton John And Bernie Taupin Receiving The Gershwin Prize In All-Star Tribute (Feb 29, 2024)
The Bless Madonna Releasing Debut Album 'Godspeed' in October (Aug 1, 2024)
Bernie Taupin, Tom Odell, Celeste, and More Set For THE OTHER SONGS LIVE (Apr 10, 2024)
Billy Porter And More To Celebrate Elton John And Bernie Taupin Receiving The Gershwin Prize In All-Star Tribute (Feb 29, 2024)
BIO
Lusk appeared on the tenth season of American Idol in 2011. Lusk was eliminated on May 5, 2011, finishing in fifth place. Lusk and the rest of the top 11 took part in the American Idols Live! Tour 2011, which began in West Valley City, Utah, on July 6, 2011, and ended in Manila, Philippines on September 20, 2011. He performed on Live with Regis and Kelly on May 9, 2011, and on the Today show on May 10, 2011. In 2016, he formed Gabriels with Ari Balouzian and Ryan Hope.
On June 25, 2023, he performed "Are You Ready for Love" alongside Elton John at John's headline performance at the Glastonbury Festival.
In October 2023, Lusk won The Breakthrough Award in the 2023 Virgin Atlantic Attitude Awards.
On Wednesday, March 20, 2024, Lusk performed at the all-star tribute concert for the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song saluting singer and LGBTQ+ advocate Elton John and his songwriting partner Bernie Taupin.
On Friday, April 10, 2026 and Friday, April 17, 2026, Lusk performed at the 2026 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival with Moby.
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News
The Bless Madonna Releasing Debut Album 'Godspeed' in October
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 1, 2024
The Blessed Madonna has announced the release of her long-awaited debut album, Godspeed, arriving October 11. Listen to the title track featuring DJ E-CLYPS now.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 1, 2024
The Blessed Madonna has announced the release of her long-awaited debut album, Godspeed, arriving October 11. Listen to the title track featuring DJ E-CLYPS now.
Bernie Taupin, Tom Odell, Celeste, and More Set For THE OTHER SONGS LIVE
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2024
The Other Songs has announced an all-star line-up of songwriters and artists to perform at The Other Songs Live including Bernie Taupin, Tom Odell, Gabriels, Celeste, KAMILLE and many more. In partnership with the Ivors Academy, one of the world's biggest celebrations of songwriting will take place ahead of The Ivors with Amazon Music at the London Palladium on Monday 20 May, raising money for music charities.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2024
The Other Songs has announced an all-star line-up of songwriters and artists to perform at The Other Songs Live including Bernie Taupin, Tom Odell, Gabriels, Celeste, KAMILLE and many more. In partnership with the Ivors Academy, one of the world's biggest celebrations of songwriting will take place ahead of The Ivors with Amazon Music at the London Palladium on Monday 20 May, raising money for music charities.
Billy Porter And More To Celebrate Elton John And Bernie Taupin Receiving The Gershwin Prize In All-Star Tribute
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 29, 2024
Join the celebration as Elton John and Bernie Taupin receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize. The lineup includes performances by Garth Brooks, Brandi Carlile, Annie Lennox, Metallica, and Billy Porter.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 29, 2024
Join the celebration as Elton John and Bernie Taupin receive the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize. The lineup includes performances by Garth Brooks, Brandi Carlile, Annie Lennox, Metallica, and Billy Porter.
Elton John's Oscars Viewing Party Returns With Elton John, David Furnish, And Co-Hosts Neil Patrick Harris, David Burtka And Tiffany Haddish
by Michael Major - Feb 8, 2024
The 32nd Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party returns with Elton John, David Furnish, and co-hosts Neil Patrick Harris, David Burtka, and Tiffany Haddish. R&B-Soul-Rock Trio Gabriels will perform at the sold-out event.
by Michael Major - Feb 8, 2024
The 32nd Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party returns with Elton John, David Furnish, and co-hosts Neil Patrick Harris, David Burtka, and Tiffany Haddish. R&B-Soul-Rock Trio Gabriels will perform at the sold-out event.
The Blessed Madonna Releases New Single 'Happier' With Clementine Douglas
by Michael Major - Feb 2, 2024
A record long in-demand after being successfully road-tested in her sets on dance floors all over the world, “Happier” sees The Blessed Madonna join forces with rising star Clementine Douglas — BBC Radio 1's Dance Vocalist Of The Year in 2022 and the voice behind Sonny Fodera's 2023 breakthrough hit “Asking” — for the first time.
by Michael Major - Feb 2, 2024
A record long in-demand after being successfully road-tested in her sets on dance floors all over the world, “Happier” sees The Blessed Madonna join forces with rising star Clementine Douglas — BBC Radio 1's Dance Vocalist Of The Year in 2022 and the voice behind Sonny Fodera's 2023 breakthrough hit “Asking” — for the first time.
Video: Gabriels Share Stunning Video for 'Great Wind'
by Michael Major - Jul 13, 2023
Gabriels are thrilled to share the official music video for their new single, “Great Wind.” Made in collaboration with avant-garde artist Omar Karim, the video is streaming now on the band’s official YouTube channel. “Great Wind” is lifted from the band’s debut album, Angels & Queens, which arrived last week to massive critical acclaim.
by Michael Major - Jul 13, 2023
Gabriels are thrilled to share the official music video for their new single, “Great Wind.” Made in collaboration with avant-garde artist Omar Karim, the video is streaming now on the band’s official YouTube channel. “Great Wind” is lifted from the band’s debut album, Angels & Queens, which arrived last week to massive critical acclaim.
Gabriels Release Debut Album 'Angels & Queens'
by Michael Major - Jul 7, 2023
The release follows the band’s stirring, show-stopping performance at Glastonbury last month, and vocalist Jacob Lusk’s special guest slot with Elton John to close the festival. The 13-track record is released via Elektra/Atlas Artists, fellow Compton native and GRAMMY-Award winning producer Sounwave (Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé, Chloe x Halle).
by Michael Major - Jul 7, 2023
The release follows the band’s stirring, show-stopping performance at Glastonbury last month, and vocalist Jacob Lusk’s special guest slot with Elton John to close the festival. The 13-track record is released via Elektra/Atlas Artists, fellow Compton native and GRAMMY-Award winning producer Sounwave (Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé, Chloe x Halle).
The Blessed Madonna Teams up With Gabriels' Jacob Lusk on New Single 'Mercy'
by Michael Major - Jun 23, 2023
A collaboration with Jacob Lusk of Gabriels, it’s another incredible piece of cathartic house music from the Kentucky-born, London-based DJ, producer and club culture iconoclast. Co-produced with Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs and featuring additional vocals from the House Gospel Choir.
by Michael Major - Jun 23, 2023
A collaboration with Jacob Lusk of Gabriels, it’s another incredible piece of cathartic house music from the Kentucky-born, London-based DJ, producer and club culture iconoclast. Co-produced with Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs and featuring additional vocals from the House Gospel Choir.
Acclaimed Trio Gabriels Share New Single 'Glory'
by Michael Major - Jun 1, 2023
The effort was produced by fellow Compton native and GRAMMY-Award winning producer Sounwave (Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé, Chloe x Halle). Jacob Lusk has served as a background singer for icons like Gladys Knight, Diana Ross, Beck, St. Vincent, and Nate Dogg.
by Michael Major - Jun 1, 2023
The effort was produced by fellow Compton native and GRAMMY-Award winning producer Sounwave (Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé, Chloe x Halle). Jacob Lusk has served as a background singer for icons like Gladys Knight, Diana Ross, Beck, St. Vincent, and Nate Dogg.
Gabriels Announce Special U.S. Headline Shows
by Michael Major - May 11, 2023
Following Gabriels’ stunning, widely-praised debut at Coachella this year, the soulful-pop trio will be back on the road in the U.S. this summer – playing two special headline shows at Webster Hall in New York City on Thursday, July 27, and at the Ford Theatre in Los Angeles on Saturday, August 12.
by Michael Major - May 11, 2023
Following Gabriels’ stunning, widely-praised debut at Coachella this year, the soulful-pop trio will be back on the road in the U.S. this summer – playing two special headline shows at Webster Hall in New York City on Thursday, July 27, and at the Ford Theatre in Los Angeles on Saturday, August 12.
Gabriels Release Debut Album 'Angels & Queens'
by Michael Major - Sep 30, 2022
Produced by GRAMMY Award-winning and fellow Compton-native producer Sounwave – who has worked with the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Chloe x Halle and Beyonce – Angels & Queens will also be unveiled in two parts, with the second instalment arriving early next year.
by Michael Major - Sep 30, 2022
Produced by GRAMMY Award-winning and fellow Compton-native producer Sounwave – who has worked with the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Chloe x Halle and Beyonce – Angels & Queens will also be unveiled in two parts, with the second instalment arriving early next year.
Gabriels Announce Debut Album 'Angels & Queens'
by Michael Major - Sep 7, 2022
Produced by GRAMMY Award-winning and fellow Compton-native producer Sounwave, who has worked with the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Chloe x Halle and Beyonce, Angels & Queens will be released in two installments, with Part I arriving via Elektra Records. Part I is available for preorder now, with the second installment set for arrival in March 2023.
by Michael Major - Sep 7, 2022
Produced by GRAMMY Award-winning and fellow Compton-native producer Sounwave, who has worked with the likes of Kendrick Lamar, Chloe x Halle and Beyonce, Angels & Queens will be released in two installments, with Part I arriving via Elektra Records. Part I is available for preorder now, with the second installment set for arrival in March 2023.
Gabriels Debut New Single 'One And Only'
by Michael Major - Apr 28, 2022
Gabriels are a real discovery. Featuring the soaring, once-in-a-generation vocals of Jacob Lusk, lamenting the age-old tale of love and loss, alongside smoldering production and a propulsive rhythm section, “One And Only” sees Gabriels firmly cement themselves at the forefront of the most exciting new artists in the world today.
by Michael Major - Apr 28, 2022
Gabriels are a real discovery. Featuring the soaring, once-in-a-generation vocals of Jacob Lusk, lamenting the age-old tale of love and loss, alongside smoldering production and a propulsive rhythm section, “One And Only” sees Gabriels firmly cement themselves at the forefront of the most exciting new artists in the world today.
American Idol Finalist Jacob Lusk Releases DON'T BE AFRAID OF THE DARK Video
by Tori Hartshorn - Sep 18, 2018
Jacob Lusk will never forget the moment they called his name as one of the finalists on the 2011 edition of “American Idol.” Since that time Jacob has continued performing around the Los Angeles area in various plays and church events.
by Tori Hartshorn - Sep 18, 2018
Jacob Lusk will never forget the moment they called his name as one of the finalists on the 2011 edition of “American Idol.” Since that time Jacob has continued performing around the Los Angeles area in various plays and church events.
Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with (mostly)musicals' Take FLIGHT, Opening Tomorrow
by BWW News Desk - Oct 7, 2015
(mostly)musicals returns to the E Spot Lounge on Wednesday, October 7 with TAKE FLIGHT, the company's 14th entry in a series of themed cabarets. Check your baggage at the door, and enjoy first class accommodations, plenty of leg room, and full meal service available. And get a sneak peek at rehearsals below!
by BWW News Desk - Oct 7, 2015
(mostly)musicals returns to the E Spot Lounge on Wednesday, October 7 with TAKE FLIGHT, the company's 14th entry in a series of themed cabarets. Check your baggage at the door, and enjoy first class accommodations, plenty of leg room, and full meal service available. And get a sneak peek at rehearsals below!
Photo Flash: Upright Cabaret's 9th Annual A BROADWAY CHRISTMAS with Nick Adams, Bruce Vilanch & More
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 23, 2014
On Wednesday, Dec. 17 and Thursday, Dec. 18, Upright Cabaret celebrated its 9th annual 'A Broadway Christmas' combining the best of Broadway with the carols of Christmastime at the Catalina Bar & Grill in Hollywood, CA. Produced by Chris Isaacson Presents in association with Ryan O'Connor.
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 23, 2014
On Wednesday, Dec. 17 and Thursday, Dec. 18, Upright Cabaret celebrated its 9th annual 'A Broadway Christmas' combining the best of Broadway with the carols of Christmastime at the Catalina Bar & Grill in Hollywood, CA. Produced by Chris Isaacson Presents in association with Ryan O'Connor.
Upright Cabaret Presents 9th Annual A BROADWAY CHRISTMAS Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Dec 17, 2014
Chris Isaacson Presents in association with Ryan O'Connor has announced Upright Cabaret's 9th Annual A Broadway Christmas. Hosted by six-time Emmy Award-winner Bruce Vilanch with musical direction by Gregory Nabours, there will be two performances only tonight, December 17 and Thursday, December 18 at 8:30pm at the Catalina Bar & Grill in Hollywood.
by BWW News Desk - Dec 17, 2014
Chris Isaacson Presents in association with Ryan O'Connor has announced Upright Cabaret's 9th Annual A Broadway Christmas. Hosted by six-time Emmy Award-winner Bruce Vilanch with musical direction by Gregory Nabours, there will be two performances only tonight, December 17 and Thursday, December 18 at 8:30pm at the Catalina Bar & Grill in Hollywood.
Stacy Francis, Nick Adams Join Upright Cabaret's A BROADWAY CHRISTMAS, 12/18
by BWW News Desk - Dec 13, 2014
X-Factor finalist Stacy Francis and Wicked star Nick Adams have joined the cast of Upright Cabaret's 9th Annual A Broadway Christmas, it was announced today by Chris Isaacson Presents and Ryan O'Connor, co-producers of the holiday event. Hosted by six-time Emmy Award-winner Bruce Vilanch with musical direction by Gregory Nabours, there will be two performances only on Wednesday, December 17 and Thursday, December 18, both at 8:30pm at the Catalina Bar & Grill in Hollywood.
by BWW News Desk - Dec 13, 2014
X-Factor finalist Stacy Francis and Wicked star Nick Adams have joined the cast of Upright Cabaret's 9th Annual A Broadway Christmas, it was announced today by Chris Isaacson Presents and Ryan O'Connor, co-producers of the holiday event. Hosted by six-time Emmy Award-winner Bruce Vilanch with musical direction by Gregory Nabours, there will be two performances only on Wednesday, December 17 and Thursday, December 18, both at 8:30pm at the Catalina Bar & Grill in Hollywood.
Upright Cabaret Presents 9th Annual A BROADWAY CHRISTMAS, 12/17-18
by Sally Henry Fuller - Dec 7, 2014
Chris Isaacson Presents in association with Ryan O'Connor has announced Upright Cabaret's 9th Annual A Broadway Christmas. Hosted by six-time Emmy Award-winner Bruce Vilanch with musical direction by Gregory Nabours, there will be two performances only on Wednesday, December 17 and Thursday, December 18 at 8:30pm at the Catalina Bar & Grill in Hollywood.
by Sally Henry Fuller - Dec 7, 2014
Chris Isaacson Presents in association with Ryan O'Connor has announced Upright Cabaret's 9th Annual A Broadway Christmas. Hosted by six-time Emmy Award-winner Bruce Vilanch with musical direction by Gregory Nabours, there will be two performances only on Wednesday, December 17 and Thursday, December 18 at 8:30pm at the Catalina Bar & Grill in Hollywood.
Warp Graphics Presents Reading of MASQUE OF THE RED DEATH: A MUSICAL THRILLER
by Matt Sowell - Oct 3, 2014
Warp Graphics has announced a world premiere industry reading of MASQUE OF THE RED DEATH: A MUSICAL THRILLER with book and lyrics by Wendy Pini, music and additional lyrics by Gregory Nabours, and directed by Calvin Remsberg, on Monday, October 27 at 7:30pm at the NoHo Arts Center in North Hollywood, CA.
by Matt Sowell - Oct 3, 2014
Warp Graphics has announced a world premiere industry reading of MASQUE OF THE RED DEATH: A MUSICAL THRILLER with book and lyrics by Wendy Pini, music and additional lyrics by Gregory Nabours, and directed by Calvin Remsberg, on Monday, October 27 at 7:30pm at the NoHo Arts Center in North Hollywood, CA.
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