Jason "Jay" Kay (born Jason Luís Cheetham, 30 December 1969) [1] is a British singer and songwriter. In 1992, he co-founded the acid jazz and funk band Jamiroquai and still serves as their lead vocalist.

Formed in 1992, they are fronted by vocalist Jay Kay, and were prominent in the London-based funk and acid jazz movement of the 1990s. They built on their acid jazz sound in their early releases and later drew from rock, disco, electronic and Latin music genres.

Jan 6, 2021 · Jay Kay burst onto the scene in the 1990s with his band Jamiroquai, known for their infectious jazz-pop hits and his outlandish hats. Jamiroquai were ever present in the charts for over a decade, but where is Jay Kay now and just how many cars does he own?

Jason Kay was born in Stretford, England, on December 30, 1969. After moving to East London with his mother Karen Kay, a jazz singer, in his teens, Jay found himself homeless after a fight with his mum.

Mar 25, 2024 · I can exclusively reveal frontman Jay Kay has started working on a new record with the group. A source said: “It’s been a long time coming but the time feels right for Jamiroquai to work on ...

Jason Kay was born in Stretford, England, on December 30, 1969. After moving to East London with his mother Karen Kay, a jazz singer, in his teens, Jay found himself homeless after a fight with his mum. Jay became involved in the street culture and took on many jobs in order to get by.

Oct 22, 2024 · At the heart of it all is Jay Kay, a true original with a voice that could melt glaciers. He’s more than just a musician – he’s an icon. But how did this English lad with a penchant for funky hats become such a legend? Born Jason Luís Cheetham in 1969, Jay Kay was practically destined for the stage.

Jay Kay (born Jason Luís Cheetham; 30 December 1969) is an English singer-songwriter. He rose to international fame as a founding member and lead vocalist of the jazz-funk band Jamiroquai. Biography Early life. Jay Kay was born in Stretford, Lancashire, on 30 December 1969. His mother, Karen Kay, is a former cabaret singer and television ...

Oct 11, 2022 · Zane Lowe caught up with Jay Kay of Jamiroquai on Apple Music 1 for a deep dive into the UK acid-jazz collective.

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