Brit rock legend looks unrecognisable 21 years after the band's hit anthem – and is now dating a huge soap star | The Sun

BRIT rock legend Jason Perry looks very different 21 years on from his success in alt-band A.

The singer-songwriter, 53, was the lead vocalist in the group, which was also made up of Jason's identical twin brother Adam and their younger sibling Giles.


The musician looks very different now, after ditching his bleached blonde sweeping fringe for a more natural look.

Rock band A was formed in the late 1980s and in 1997 they recorded their debut album How Ace Are Buildings over three months in California.

They began to build up a loyal following in the UK, touring with the likes of the Sex Pistols, Jesus Jones and their heroes Faith No More. 

In 1999, they released their second album A vs. Monkey Kong, which had a more mature sound than their debut.

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The third album was Hi-Fi Serious was released in 2001 and their single Nothing landed a spot in the UK top 10, this was followed by top 20 hit Starbucks.

The rock band went on tour in 2002 and appeared at a number of major festivals throughout the UK.

The group even managed to scoop a Kerrang! award for Best British Band.

They then returned with their fourth studio album Teen Dance Ordinance in 2005, but their single Rush Song plummeted at just number 35.

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Despite the album receiving positive reviews and the band making an appearance at the Download Festival in the UK, it was announced that they had been dropped by their label, Warner Music, due to poor record sales.

They then took a hiatus and stated that they would not be able to continue for financial reasons.

Jason has continued to produce music for a number of huge UK stars including McBusted, Matt Willis and McFly.

On his official website, his bio reads: "Hi, Im Jason. Record Producer, Songwriter, and Singer in the band "A"….                     

"For me, making a record should be fun and the best time. An adventure.

"A clean slate to make magic and memories.

"To create something that has the power to move people and connect and change lives.

"Music is amazing and we are lucky to be making it. I'm here to help.."

Jason married his long-term girlfriend Holly in 2000, with the former couple sharing four children Zac, Joshua, Louie and Primrose Violette 2015.

Earlier this year, The Sun revealed that Jason was in a relationship with EastEnders star Emma Barton.

A pal at the time said: “The couple are smitten with each other and are very sweet to be around.”

Jason gushed on Instagram: “I’m feeling happier than ever thanks to this gorgeous lady,” while Emma has been leaving love heart emojis underneath Jason’s posts and branding him “my man”.

In January, the pair enjoyed a romantic getaway in Cuckfield, West Sussex, with Emma sharing a snap of the couple looking cosy in woolly hats and winter coats.

She penned alongside the post: "Recharged the batteries…Weekend full of beauty, peace, nature, love, food & drink."

Jason commented on the post: "The best time with you Emma. Wish we still had some soup left."

Jason also shared a photo in December as he gushed over his "girlfriend".

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He shared a snap of Emma and wrote: "Super proud of my hard working and talented girlfriend Emma Barton as she takes to the theatre for her Xmas run.. no idea where she is finding the energy and I want to wish her all the luck and best wishes and love in the world. 

"For me, these last few years have been a little tougher at this time of year but I'm feeling happier than ever thanks to this gorgeous lady ! Bring it on."



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