Pop singer, rapper, and subversive performer Jared Gelman grew up in a New Jersey suburb, located right outside of New York City. It was growing up in such proximity to the metropolitan area that helped transform Gelman into the artist he is today. From an early age, Gelman noticed others’ reactions to his unconventional presentation—his unique style and at times, eccentric ensembles, were not always accepted nor understood. Coming to terms with his queer identity (and his relationship to the world around him) directly inspired his desire to get into music. Gelman began to think of music the way a philanthropist thinks about change. The power is in the message and the genuine intentions behind it are what make it successful. He stated, “I believe in the power of my past and the strength in my intention. I can’t wait to be a storyteller and hopefully make people smile at the same time.” Now residing in Los Angeles, Gelman’s work will certainly move his career to the forefront of those in his realm and continue to entertain all those watching.

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