Jason DeFord
IndiamusicianMaleb. 19847.0Global Dominance: 0.01%Known professionally as Jelly Roll, Jason DeFord is a rising country music star who gained mainstream attention in 2022 with hit singles like 'Son of a Sinner' and 'Need a Favor.' Born and raised in Nashville, he has a deep connection to the city's music scene and recently made headlines for headlining Nashville's first-ever rodeo alongside country legends Reba McEntire and Tim McGraw. Jelly Roll's journey to success is marked by personal struggles, including battles with substance abuse, which he openly discusses as a means of inspiring others. He has earned several awards for his music, including new artist of the year at the 2023 CMA Awards.
Country presence
Recent news mentions
Jelly Roll, whose real name is Jason DeFord, has broken his silence on his divorce from wife Bunnie Xo, dismissing speculation surrounding their split.
Jelly Roll Defends His Marriage: "No Cheating, Just Best Friends" Amid Divorce from Bunnie Xo |India· 2026-06-19
Jelly Roll, whose name is Jason DeFord, wants to be able to perform internationally and continue to share about his reformation journey.
Tennessee Board of Parole recommends that governor pardon country star Jelly Roll
United States· 2025-04-24
Jelly Roll, whose real name is Jason DeFord, is a musician seeking a pardon for his past convictions.
'Save Me' singer Jelly Roll could get pardoned for past convictionsUnited States· 2025-04-23
Jelly Roll, known formally as Jason DeFord, began his singing career in 2003 and gained fame in 2022 for his singles, 'Son of a Sinner' and 'Need a Favor.'
Country star Jelly Roll headlining Nashville's first-ever rodeoUnited States· 2025-03-05
