Jasmine Alexandria Sagginario, better known simply as Jasmine (born September 1, 1994), is an American pop singer and songwriter. Jasmine is best known for winning Radio Disney's 2009 N.B.T. (Next Big Thing) competition.[1] She was a featured artist for Trinity Broadcasting Network's iShine KNECT, providing the show's original theme song.[2] To date, Jasmine has released one album under iShine Records and several standalone singles, including singles that have been featured on major compilation albums and soundtracks.
Jasmine Sagginario | |
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| Birth name | Jasmine Alexandria Sagginario |
| Also known as | Jasmine Sagginario, Jazz |
| Born | September 1, 1994 Los Angeles, California |
| Genres | Pop, Christian pop |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals |
| Years active | 2009–present |
| Labels | iShine, Jsound |
| Website | 2xomusic.com |
Personal background edit
Jasmine was born into a family of mixed ethnic backgrounds, including people of Hispanic and Italian descent. Jasmine was born in Los Angeles, California, but she and her family moved to Nashville, Tennessee, when she was eight years old.[3] Before she became a singer, Jasmine took up cheerleading, but due to a constant strain on her vocal cords from yelling and shouting, Jasmine decided to give up cheerleading to pursue a career in music. Jasmine became interested in music when she was twelve years old.[4]
Professional background edit
Acting career edit
Jasmine is starting to pursue her acting career and has been busy auditioning for roles in Los Angeles. She has recently caught the attention of the acting agent Mitchell Gossett (the agent of Miley Cyrus), who is now representing Jasmine as her agent. "Jasmine has the natural ability to deliver a concept, and pull you into what she is saying. I look forward to being a part of her future success in this industry." says Gossett.[5]
Music career edit
Jasmine was a featured artist on iShine KNECT, a Christian tween show on TBN.[6][failed verification] In fact, her debut album was released on iShine Records.[7] Season 2 of IShine KNECT does not feature Jasmine.[8][failed verification]
In 2009, at the age of 15, Jasmine entered, placed, and won Radio Disney's N.B.T. (Next Big Thing) music contest. Jasmine released her debut single Make a Movie on the soundtrack for Starstruck (2010 film).[citation needed] After The Next Me, Jasmine debuted her second single, "Boy Crazy".[citation needed] It was featured on Radio Disney Jams, Vol. 12. Then, in November, she released "Knock Knock".[citation needed] A music video and official remix were also made for the song.
On January 5, 2012, Jasmine released her third single, "GYOB (Get Your Own Boyfriend)", under the label Jsound. Jasmine Sagginario has started a band with her little sister Talia, called 2XO.[citation needed] Tally was cast on Season 2 and Season 3 of The Rap Game.[9] On July 19, 2017, 2XO released their debut single "Summer Love".[10] On December 6, 2017, 2XO released their version of Sleigh Ride through SoundCloud.[11]
Discography edit
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Solo albums
- The Next Me (Jasmine album) (May 5, 2009)
Soundtrack albums
- Starstruck Soundtrack (February 9, 2010)
- Radio Disney Jams, Vol. 12 (March 30, 2010)
Solo singles
- "Boy Crazy" (2010)
- "Knock Knock" (2010)
- "GYOB (Get Your Own Boyfriend)" (2012)
- "Make It Louder" (2012)
2XO albums
- TBA (TBA)
2XO singles
- "Summer Love" (featuring Ricky Garcia) (2017)
- "Sleigh Ride" (2017)
- "Blame It On You" (2019)
References edit
- ^ "Jasmine Sagginario Wins Radio Disney's Next Big Thing!". Retrieved April 27, 2017.
- ^ iShine KNECT on YouTube Retrieved April 18, 2011.
- ^ "Celeb Scoop: Jasmine - The It's My Life Blog - Real Stuff for Tweens". Retrieved April 27, 2017.
- ^ "Our Day With N.B.T. Winner Jasmine Sagginario & JUSTIN BIEBER! - TigerBeat - Page 6". December 15, 2009. Retrieved April 27, 2017.
- ^ "News – Your Music Zone". yourmusiczone.com. Retrieved April 23, 2011.
- ^ Jasmine, ishinelive.com. Retrieved April 7, 2011.
- ^ "Jasmine, The Next Me Review jesusfreakhideout.com. Retrieved April 7, 2011.
- ^ iShine Knect Archived June 17, 2012, at the Wayback Machine, ishinelive.com. Retrieved April 7, 2011.
- ^ TALLY – THE NEXT FEMALE RAP STAR | DISCUSSES BEING ON HIT SHOW “THE RAP GAME”, RELATIONSHIP WITH SISTER/MANAGER JASMINE & MORE
- ^ 2XO to RELEASE NEW SINGLE, "SUMMER LOVE," July 28th Featuring Hollywood Recording Artist Ricky Garcia from FIYM
- ^ Sleigh Ride
External links edit
- 2XO
- Jasmine Sagginario at IMDb
- Jasmine Sagginario on YouTube