American singer, songwriter and guitarist James Durbin is a breakout star. With his signature vocal prowess and powerful stage presence, Durbin is a true showman. Perhaps best known for his standout appearance on Season 10 of American Idol, Durbin has since enjoyed a meteoric career. From collaborating with the undisputed metal gods Judas Priest and legendary shredder Zakk Wilde, Durbin has firm foundations in the genre that have boasted his formidable success. A Santa Cruz native, Durbin grew up surrounded by the arts. In his youth, he attended the grassroots theatre group, Kids on Broadway and played lead roles in Grease, West Side Story and more. From there, Durbin would set the stage ablaze fronting the band Hollywood Scars. More recently, Durbin fronted the heavy metal band Quiet Riot before going solo. Now a promising rising star, Durbin stands at the front of a remarkable career.

Bursting with hard-hitting riffs and vulnerable lyrics, Durbin constantly pushes the boundaries of his craft. His captivating debut, Memories Of A Beautiful Disaster, was well-received by fans and critics alike and landed at number eight on the Billboard Rock Chart. Over the years, Durbin has worked alongside industry greats such as Mick Mars of Mötley Crüe, Sheryl Crow, Stevie Wonder and Steel Panther. Developing his signature sound, Durbin’s subsequent albums Celebrate, Riot on Sunset, and Quiet Riot capture Durbin’s love of the genre while breaking fresh ground. With the release of Durbin’s most recent album, The Beast Awakens, Durbin has redefined the heavy metal genre with his unique style that will set him apart for years to come.