“I spent many years trying to fit in and do things the way I thought I was supposed to - trying to be perceived the way I thought people wanted to see me. I grew up in a very religious household and wasn't taught to feel comfortable or good about my sexuality, so it feels great to be able to say things the way I want to say them.”

American singer, musician, and songwriter

John William Grant is an American singer, musician, and songwriter, and he also holds Icelandic citizenship. He first came to notice as the co-founder, lead singer, pianist, and main songwriter of the alternative rock band the Czars. The Czars released six albums between 1994 and 2006 before breaking up. Grant then stepped away from music for four years, later returning as a solo artist.