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    Real Name: James Michael Bay
    Born: 4 September 1990
    Height: 5' 5" / 1.68 m
    Star Sign: Virgo
    Birthplace: Hitchin, Hertfordshire, England

    Career History
    Before releasing his debut album, James Bay released his single 'Hold Back The River' to a hugely positive reception. Since then, he has been nominated for a series of awards, such as GRAMMYs and BRITs. He has also performed at the likes of Glastonbury, as well as with Justin Bieber on stage during his rendition of 'Love Yourself' at the BRITs 2016 ceremony.

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    He was inspired by artists such as Michael Jackson and Bruce Springsteen.
    He was handpicked to support the Rolling Stones in Hyde Park in 2013.
    Taylor Swift approached him while he was supporting Hozier in the U.S. and said she listens to his music and likes the lyrics in his songs.
    First Single: 'Let It Go'
    James Bay Discography: 'Chaos and the Calm' (2015)

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