James Michael Bay is an English singer-songwriter and guitarist. In 2014, he released his single 'Hold Back the River', which was certified platinum, before releasing his debut studio album Chaos and the Calm (2015). The album went to number one in the UK and number 15 in the US. In February 2015, Bay received the Brit Awards 'Critics' Choice' award. At the 2016 Brit Awards he received the award for Best British Male Solo Artist. Bay also received three nominations at the 2016 Grammy Awards, for Best New Artist, Best Rock Album, and Best Rock Song. In May 2018, he released his second studio album, Electric Light.
Instruments: Guitar • Voice • Singing
Genres: Rock Music • Pop Music • Soul Music • Americana
Occupations: singer-songwriter, guitarist, singer, recording artist, musician