What does Jedward stand for?
From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary EnglishJed‧ward /ˈdʒedwəd $ -wərd/ (1991-)two young Irish men who perform pop songs together. They are identical twins (= brothers who were born at the same time and look exactly like each other). They are called Jedward because their real names are John and Edward Grimes.
Are Jedward real?
John and Edward Grimes (born 16 October 1991), collectively known as Jedward, are an Irish singing and television presenting duo. They are identical twins and first appeared as John & Edward in the sixth series of The X Factor in 2009, generating a phenomenon of ironic popularity described as “the Jedward paradox”.
How many music videos does Jedward have released?
They have released 25 music videos, 18 of which they directed or co-directed themselves. “—” denotes releases that did not chart or were not released in that territory. “—” denotes releases that did not chart or were not released in that territory.
When did Jedward’s lipstick come out in Ireland?
On 12 February 2011, Jedward released their third single and Eurovision Song Contest entry “Lipstick”, which peaked at number one in Ireland.
When did Jedward perform in the Eurovision Song Contest?
Jedward also made an appearance at the Eurovision Song Contest 2014 first semi-final in Copenhagen, where during the Eurovision Book of Records segments they were given the awards for Biggest Shoulder Pads and Highest Hair. [show] Eurovision Song Contest 2011 [show] Eurovision Song Contest 2012
When did Jedward sign with Universal Music Ireland?
In March Jedward’s Sony contract ended, but the following day Universal Music Ireland signed them on a three-album contract. In April 2010, Jedward began their first solo tour, a 27-date tour of Ireland called the Planet Jedward Tour. Due to popular demand, it was extended with a second 43-date leg in the UK and Ireland.