Joel Allen Vaughn (born June 15, 1986) is an American

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ian, who plays a

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, Christian EDM, and

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style of

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. He has released three studio albums, ''Don't Give Up'' (2010), ''In the Waiting'' (2014), and '' Kinetic'' (2016), while he has released two

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s, ''Bigger Than Me'' (2009) and ''Joel Vaughn'' (2015).

Early and personal life

Joel Allen Vaughn was born on June 15, 1986. March On ID No. 890149968 ISWC No. T9187641038 IPI No. 626334261 He graduated from West Texas A&M University, with his baccalaureate. He is a

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. Vaughn married Andra Leigh Helms in 2006.

Music career

Vaughn's music recording career started in 2005, with his first

, ''Bigger Than Me'', releasing in 2009. His subsequent next two releases were studio albums, ''Don't Give Up'' in 2010, and ''In the Waiting'' in 2014. While his second extended play, ''Joel Vaughn'', got him some media coverage and the attention of Dream Records in 2015. He released, '' Kinetic'', a studio album, on April 22, 2016.

Discography

Studio albums *''Don't Give Up'' (2010) *''In the Waiting'' (2014) *''Control'' (2018) EPs *''Bigger Than Me'' (2009) *''Joel Vaughn'' (2015) *'' Kinetic'' (2016) *''Surrender'' (2017)

Touring band

Though a solo artist himself, Joel Vaughn occasionally travels with a touring band. Current * Joey Vaughn – guitar (2010–present) *Michael McDowell – bass (2016–present) *Garrett Hawkins – drums (2018–present) Former * Ryan Richardson – drums (2011–2014)

Guest appearances

References

External links

* * {{DEFAULTSORT:Vaughn, Joel 1986 births Living people American performers of Christian music Musicians from Texas Songwriters from Texas West Texas A&M University alumni