Joe Jackson (musician)

Joe Jackson
Jackson performing in 1982
Background information
Birth nameDavid Ian Jackson
Born (1954-08-11) 11 August 1954
Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, England
OriginPortsmouth, Hampshire, England
Genres
  • Rock
  • pop
  • new wave
  • jazz
  • classical
Occupations
  • Musician
  • singer
  • songwriter
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • keyboards
  • saxophone
Years active1970–present
Labels
Websitejoejackson.com

David Ian "Joe" Jackson (born 11 August 1954) is a British musician, singer and songwriter. Having spent years studying music and playing clubs, he found early success with his hit new wave singles "Is She Really Going Out with Him?" and "It's Different for Girls". After he moved to more jazz-inflected pop music, Jackson achieved a worldwide hit with "Steppin' Out". Jackson is associated with the 1980s Second British Invasion of the US. He has also composed classical music. He has recorded 21 studio albums and has received five Grammy Award nominations.