William James Heard (born 26 April 1991)Will Heard , Biography , Allmusic
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's single " Sonnentanz (Sun Don't Shine)" which had peaked at number three on the

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and number eighteen in the Republic of Ireland. In January 2014, he was featured on Australian DJ house group

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's single "Tear It Down" and had worked with them on their single "Comfortable" previously. Heard has had an active music career since 2011, performing residencies as a singer-songwriter.

Music career

2013–2016: Breakthrough

He was featured on

's single " Sonnentanz (Sun Don't Shine)" which was released in the United Kingdom on 18 August 2013. On 21 August 2013, the song was at number two on the Official Chart Update in the UK. On 22 August 2013, the song entered the

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at number 77, peaking at number 23. On 25 August 2013, the song entered the UK Singles Chart at number three and the UK Dance Chart at number two. Heard has been working with

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signee Elli Ingram, providing saxophone and backing vocals.

2017–present: ''Trust'' EP

On 17 February 2017, Heard released his debut EP ''Trust''. It was preceded by the lead single "Beep Me" which premiered on 1 February. It was written by Melvin Barcliff, Tim Mosley and Melissa Elliott. A music video for the opening track "I Better Love You" was premiered on 8 March on his Vevo

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channel.

Discography

EPs

Singles

Solo

As featured artist

Guest appearances

References

External links

Will Heard on Facebook

Official Will Heard website
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