James Arthur

James Arthur (born 1988) is a British singer and songwriter who rose to prominence after winning the ninth series of The X Factor in 2012. His debut single, "Impossible," released immediately after the competition, topped the UK Singles Chart in its first week.

Arthur's musical journey began long before his television success. From 2005 onwards, he was involved in various bands as a vocalist and guitarist, including Moonlight Drive, Cue the Drama, Save Arcade, and Emerald Skye. He also pursued solo projects, forming The James Arthur Band and The James Arthur Project, and released EPs as a solo artist.