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March 4, 1982 in Ashland, OR

 

Peter Hollens is a renowned American classical music artist, known for his exceptional vocal abilities and unique style of music. Born on March 4, 1982, in Ashland, Oregon, Hollens grew up in a family of musicians and was exposed to music from a very young age. His father was a music teacher, and his mother was a pianist, which helped him develop a deep love and appreciation for music. Hollens started his music career as a member of the University of Oregon's male a cappella group, On The Rocks. He joined the group in 1999 and quickly became one of its most prominent members. During his time with On The Rocks, Hollens honed his vocal skills and developed a passion for a cappella music. After graduating from the University of Oregon with a degree in vocal performance, Hollens moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in music. He started by performing in local clubs and bars, but soon gained recognition for his unique style of music. Hollens' music is a blend of classical, pop, and folk, and he often incorporates a cappella elements into his performances. One of Hollens' most significant achievements was his appearance on NBC's hit show, The Sing-Off. In 2010, he auditioned for the show as a member of the a cappella group, On The Rocks. The group made it to the show's third season and finished in second place. Hollens' performances on The Sing-Off helped him gain a massive following and brought him to the attention of music industry professionals. In 2011, Hollens launched his YouTube channel, which quickly became one of the most popular music channels on the platform. He started by posting a cappella covers of popular songs, but soon began creating original music. Hollens' YouTube channel now has over 3 million subscribers and has garnered over 500 million views. Hollens has released several albums throughout his career, including his self-titled debut album in 2012. The album featured a mix of original songs and covers, and showcased Hollens' unique style of music. He has since released several other albums, including Covers, Vol. 1, which features a cappella covers of popular songs, and Legendary Folk Songs, which features traditional folk songs. In addition to his music career, Hollens has also worked as a voice actor and has provided vocals for several video games and movies. He has worked on projects such as Assassin's Creed III, Gears of War 4, and Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales. Hollens has received several awards and nominations throughout his career. In 2014, he won the Shorty Award for Best YouTube Musician, and in 2015, he was nominated for a Streamy Award for Best Cover Song. He has also been nominated for several other awards, including the Billboard Music Award for Top Classical Album. Hollens' music has touched the hearts of millions of people around the world. His unique style of music and exceptional vocal abilities have made him one of the most prominent classical music artists of his generation. He continues to create music that inspires and uplifts his fans, and his passion for music shows no signs of slowing down.

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