A.J. Croce signed his first recording contract with Private Music at age 19 in 1990, marking the beginning of an acclaimed career as a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Prior to this, Croce was already a seasoned performer, having his first paid musical gig at 12 in 1983, and by 15, was regularly performing in San Diego nightclubs as both a sideman and a band leader. His self-titled debut album, A.J.
Croce further expanded his discography with Twelve Tales in 2014, an ambitious project recorded with six different producers across five cities, featuring co-writes with legendary artists like Leon Russell. The same year, he shared insights into his experiences through a speaking engagement at TEDxLaJolla. In 2017, he released Just Like Medicine, an album that garnered positive reviews and comparisons to iconic artists such as Van Morrison and Bob Dylan. A significant evolution in his performing career came in 2019 with the debut of the ‘Croce Plays Croce’ tour, a unique live show that celebrates a renowned musical legacy alongside his own original material.
The highly successful ‘Croce Plays Croce’ tour has continued to captivate audiences, including a dedicated ‘Croce Plays Croce 50th Anniversary Tour.’ In 2021, Croce released the album By Request, delivering new interpretations of classic and original tracks. He is currently anticipating the release of his next studio album, Heart of the Eternal, slated for 2025. Croce maintains an acclaimed career as a prolific singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, consistently engaging audiences worldwide through his distinctive sound and compelling performances.