John Holiday is a distinctive and versatile artist, praised as “one of the finest countertenors of his generation” (Los Angeles Times) and for singing that is “arrestingly powerful, secure and dramatically high” (The Wall Street Journal). His voice has been praised as “a thing of astonishing beauty” (New Yorker), “exceptional [and] strong...even in its highest range” (The New York Times) and “timeless”(Washington Post). Moving fluidly between Baroque repertoire, contemporary opera, and American song with technical assurance, stylistic authority, and remarkable storytelling ability, he has been described by The Guardian, The New York Times and The New Yorker, as “a natural stage presence with a gloriously rich and pure sound.” His unique artistry and personal story have been the subject of major national profiles in CNN’s Great Big Story, the Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, and the Tiny Desk Concert NPR's series. Over My Head, his debut album, is out on Pentatone July 17, 2026!