BJ Griffin, born just a few houses down from Hitsville U.S.A. in Detroit, Michigan, is a singing cellist with boundless musical passion. Growing up in Virginia Beach, VA, he excelled in the Virginia Youth Symphony Orchestra, performing nationally and internationally in places like China and Greece. At James Madison University, BJ triple-majored in music education, cello performance, and music industry, while also launching his singing career with the all-male a cappella group Exit 245, dazzling audiences up and down the East Coast.
After college, BJ moved to New York City, where he perfected his unique blend of singing and cello playing. As a solo artist and leader of diverse ensembles, he breaks genre barriers by mixing classical, jazz, and pop. BJ’s talents have graced TV and internet specials, and in 2013, he formed the BJ Griffin Band. BJ and this dynamic group has shared stages with Smash Mouth, Andy Grammer, Sir Sly, and Lionel Richie, Ms. Lauryn Hill and most recently opened for Erykah Badu.
Most recently, BJ captivated millions on America’s Got Talent with his soulful rendition Let’s Stay Together,” leaving the audience spellbound. BJ is in the studio now anticipating his first full studio release early next year.
BJ Griffin
Vocalist/Cellist
Virginia Beach, VA
Appeared on America’s Got Talent
Shared the stage with SmashMouth, Sir Sly, Andy Grammer, Lionel Richie, Erykah Bad, Ms. Lauryn Hill
Appeared the Namm Show, American Music Festival, Barcelona Jazz Festival
Guest Singer with the Virginia Symphony Orchestra
Traveling Clinician and Speaker
Award winning singer and cellist
““I absolutely love his voice…he’s the next Luther Vandross””
““You have a glow about you, it's all around you, and you just push it all to us. I Love you””
““Your voice is so distinctive, actually it’s stunning. It’s the most distinctive voice we have had on the show. This is an moment we will all remember””
““The music and vocals were awesome and he has a whole stage of talent on
stage with him. His vast range of genres will provide entertainment for all ages and tastes of music.
I truly enjoyed him and the band and hope to catch them at upcoming events in the area. I love live, up close music especially when you can see the artist and feel the enjoyment of the performer’s bounce off of the artist to the crowd, this band does not disappoint!””
““Extremely talented musician with an amazing voice and lots of fun energy on stage with the band………a must see show””
““Not only was Griffin ready to talk the talk, he walked the walk when he grabbed his electric cello and delivered a mind-blowing take on Al Green’s classic, “Let’s Stay Together.” As expected, his performance was met with a standing ovation from the judges.””
““Spectacular Talent””