Keith Semple is a Northern Irish singer and musician. He originally had his own band Keith Semple Band. In 2002, he took part and was a winner in Popstars: The Rivals, consequently becoming a member of the boyband One True Voice. After the split-up of the band, he had a solo career before joining the American Chicago-based rock band 7th Heaven in 2006 as their lead singer. In 2010, he took a shot at the ninth season of American Idol, but lost his "golden ticket" place due to his legal status and residency considerations. In October 2012, Keith announced he would be leaving 7th Heaven to pursue his original music and announced the formation of his new band, SEMPLE. In September 2015, Keith auditioned for Season 9 of The Voice as part of Team Adam. He was eliminated from competition after the Top 24 round.
Birth name: | Keith Semple |
Born: | Sept 20, 1981 |
Origin: | Larne, Northern Ireland |
Genres: | Pop, rock |
Occupation(s): | Musician, singer, songwriter |
Instruments: | vocals, guitar, keyboard |
Years active: | 2001–present |
Associated acts: | One True Voice, Keith Semple Band, Alibi, 7th Heaven, SEMPLE, Adam Levine, Manny Cabo, Dustin Christensen, Jordan Smith |
IMDb: | Keith Semple's IMDb |
About Keith Semple
Irish singer best known as a member of the bands 7th Heaven and One True voice as well as for his solo career.
Before Fame
He was the winner of the Popstars: The Rivals contest in 2002.
Achievement
He auditioned for the ninth season of American Idol but was turned away due to his legal residency status.
Family Life
He has been married and has a child.
Associations
He covered the Joe Cocker song "You Are So Beautiful" during the seventh week of the Popstars: The Rivals contest.
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- Expatriates from Northern Ireland in the United States
- Popstars winners
- American Idol participants