Joseph Nevels, known professionally as JSPH, is an American singer and songwriter.

Early life

Joseph played football for

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. He was forced to end his career as a freshman at the

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after a

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injury. He then attended

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in Miami, later transferring back to the University of Kentucky. JSPH eventually graduated from the

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as a

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Career

JSPH released "Breathe" which was featured on

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' OTHERtone Playlist on

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Radio. "Breathe" charted in the top 5 internationally on Apple Music. His song "ComeMyWay" was featured on the Netflix Series "On My Block". The soundtrack also featured artists

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and

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and was acclaimed by ''

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featured JSPH's single "lifeLESS" and described his style as "experimental soul with an accessibility that will make him a hit among casual listeners and critics."
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References

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