History of Adam Levine in Timeline
Adam Levine is an American singer and musician widely recognized as the frontman of the popular pop rock band Maroon 5. He serves as the band's lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist, remaining the only original member consistently present throughout the group's existence.
March 18, 1979: Birth of Adam Levine
Adam Noah Levine was born on March 18, 1979.
February 1994: Formation of Kara's Flowers
Adam Levine, Jesse Carmichael, Mickey Madden, and Ryan Dusick formed the garage band Kara's Flowers in February 1994.
1994: Formation of Kara's Flowers
Adam Levine began his musical career in 1994 with the band Kara's Flowers.
1995: Kara's Flowers' First Gig
Kara's Flowers played their first gig at the Whisky a Go Go in West Hollywood, California, in 1995.
August 1997: Release of "The Fourth World" and Appearance on "Beverly Hills, 90210"
Kara's Flowers released their debut album, "The Fourth World," and appeared on an episode of "Beverly Hills, 90210" in August 1997.
2001: Formation of Maroon 5
Kara's Flowers was reformed in 2001 as Maroon 5, with James Valentine replacing Levine as lead guitarist.
June 2002: Release of "Songs About Jane"
Maroon 5's debut album, "Songs About Jane," was released in June 2002.
2002: Reformation and Musical Exploration
After Kara's Flowers disbanded, Levine and Carmichael attended Five Towns College in New York before reuniting with Madden and Dusick in 2002 to form a new band, experimenting with various musical styles.
2002: Release of "Songs About Jane"
Maroon 5 released their debut album, "Songs About Jane," in 2002.
2004: "Songs About Jane" Achieves Sleeper Hit Status
"Songs About Jane" became a sleeper hit, selling an estimated 10 million copies and becoming the tenth best-selling album of 2004.
2005: Levine Collaborates with Various Artists
Adam Levine engaged in several musical collaborations in 2005. He was featured on Ying Yang Twins' "Live Again," Kanye West's "Heard 'Em Say" from the album "Late Registration," and contributed to Alicia Keys' "Wild Horses" cover for her "MTV Unplugged" album. He also worked with K'naan on the single "Bang Bang."
2005: First Grammy Award Win
Maroon 5 won their first Grammy Award for Best New Artist in 2005.
2006: Start of Recording for Second Album
Maroon 5 began recording their second album in 2006.
May 2007: Release of "It Won't Be Soon Before Long"
Maroon 5's second album, "It Won't Be Soon Before Long," was released in May 2007.
June 2007: Ten-Date Club Tour
Maroon 5 embarked on a ten-date club tour in Europe and the United States to support "It Won't Be Soon Before Long" from April to June 2007.
2007: Levine Debuts on "SNL" with "Iran So Far"
Adam Levine made his first notable comedic appearance on television in the 2007 season premiere of "Saturday Night Live." He participated in the "SNL Digital Short" titled "Iran So Far," performing alongside Andy Samberg, Fred Armisen, and Jake Gyllenhaal.
2007: Levine Contemplates Maroon 5's Future
In 2007, Adam Levine expressed his belief that Maroon 5 might be nearing its peak and hinted at the possibility of disbanding after one more album. He shared his desire to explore different paths in his career.
2007: Release of "It Won't Be Soon Before Long"
Maroon 5 released their second album, "It Won't Be Soon Before Long," in 2007.
October 2008: Levine Collaborates with First Act and Launches Fashion Line
Adam Levine teamed up with First Act to create a guitar designed to his specifications, the First Act 222 Guitar, sold exclusively at Target. That same year, he launched his fashion line, "222," at the Project Trade Show in Las Vegas, featuring jeans, t-shirts, and leather jackets.
2008: Levine Performs at "Night of Too Many Stars" and Endorses Obama
Adam Levine showcased his comedic side and philanthropic spirit in 2008. He performed at Comedy Central's "Night of Too Many Stars" and made a cameo appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" He also publicly endorsed Barack Obama during the 2008 Presidential Election.
2008: Levine Featured on People's "Single and Sexy Men" List
Adam Levine was featured on People magazine's "Single and Sexy Men" list in 2008.
2009: Levine Lends Vocals to Slash's Solo Album
In 2009, Adam Levine recorded "Gotten" for Slash's debut solo album, "Slash," released in 2010.
2009: Recording of "Hands All Over"
Maroon 5 began recording their third studio album, "Hands All Over," in Switzerland with producer Mutt Lange in 2009.
February 2010: Levine Joins "We Are the World 25 for Haiti"
In February 2010, Adam Levine joined a group of around 80 musicians to record "We Are the World 25 for Haiti," a charity single aimed at raising funds for earthquake relief efforts in Haiti.
2010: Levine Begins Dating Anne Vyalitsyna
Adam Levine's relationship with Sports Illustrated model Anne Vyalitsyna started after they met at a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue release party in Las Vegas.
2010: Levine Contributes to "Slash" Album Release
Adam Levine's vocals were featured on the song "Gotten" from Slash's self-titled debut solo album, "Slash," which was released in 2010.
2010: Levine Dismisses Breakup Rumors, Affirms Passion for Music
Adam Levine, in 2010, refuted rumors of Maroon 5's breakup. He affirmed his love for music and the band's commitment to continuing, while acknowledging the challenges of a musical career.
2010: Release of "Hands All Over"
Maroon 5 released their third studio album, "Hands All Over," in 2010.
2010: Release of "Hands All Over"
Maroon 5 released their third studio album, "Hands All Over," in 2010.
February 2011: Levine Poses for Cosmopolitan UK to Raise Awareness for Testicular Cancer
Adam Levine appeared nude in a centerfold for the February 2011 issue of Cosmopolitan UK to raise awareness for testicular cancer.
June 2011: Levine Participates in ADHD Awareness Campaign
In June 2011, Adam Levine joined an educational campaign to raise awareness for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). He openly shared his experiences with ADHD to help others understand the condition.
2011: Release of "Moves Like Jagger"
Maroon 5 released "Moves Like Jagger," featuring Christina Aguilera, as a single in 2011.
2011: Adam Levine Joins "The Voice"
Adam Levine became a coach on NBC's reality talent show "The Voice" in 2011.
2011: Release of "Stereo Hearts"
Adam Levine was featured on Gym Class Heroes' single "Stereo Hearts" in 2011.
2011: Levine Creates Video for It Gets Better Project
Adam Levine showed his support for the It Gets Better project by creating a video on Maroon 5's official YouTube channel in 2011.
2011: Levine Joins "The Voice" as Coach
Adam Levine embarked on a significant television journey in 2011 by joining the reality talent show "The Voice" as a contestant judge and coach.
2011: Levine Collaborates with Gym Class Heroes
Adam Levine collaborated with Gym Class Heroes on their song "Stereo Hearts" in 2011.
January 2012: Maroon 5 Changes Post-Grammy Show Location
In January 2012, Adam Levine announced that Maroon 5 had moved their post-Grammy Awards show venue due to the original location's support of Proposition 8.
February 2012: Levine Founds 222 Records
Adam Levine established his record label, 222 Records, in February 2012, signing artists like Rozzi Crane, Matthew Morrison, Diego Boneta, and Tony Lucca.
April 2012: Levine Ranked on Shalom Life's "Top 50 Hottest Jewish Men"
In April 2012, Adam Levine was ranked seventh on Shalom Life's list of the "Top 50 Hottest Jewish Men in the World."
April 2012: Levine and Anne Vyalitsyna Split
Adam Levine and model Anne Vyalitsyna ended their relationship amicably in April 2012.
May 2012: Levine Begins Dating Behati Prinsloo
Adam Levine's relationship with Namibian Victoria's Secret model Behati Prinsloo began in May 2012.
June 2012: Levine Cast in "Begin Again"
In June 2012, Adam Levine was cast in the movie "Begin Again," directed by John Carney. He played Dave Kohl, a musician who leaves Keira Knightley's character behind after achieving musical success.
September 2012: Levine Collaborates with Bench and Becomes Proactiv Spokesperson
Adam Levine partnered with clothing company Bench to release a menswear collection in the Philippines. Later, he became a celebrity spokesperson for Proactiv, sharing his experiences with acne and promoting their products.
2012: Release of "Overexposed"
Maroon 5 released their fourth studio album, "Overexposed," in 2012.
2012: Overexposed Era Begins
Maroon 5, venturing further into collaborative songwriting, released their album "Overexposed" in 2012. The album, featuring the hit single "Payphone," was noted for its dance-heavy sound and earned Grammy nominations.
2012: "Moves Like Jagger" Becomes a Best-Selling Single
"Moves Like Jagger" achieved significant commercial success, becoming one of the best-selling digital singles of 2011 and 2012.
2012: Levine's Collaboration with 50 Cent and Eminem
A collaboration between Adam Levine and 50 Cent on the song "My Life," recorded nearly two years prior, was released as a single in 2012. The track also featured rapper Eminem.
2012: Acting Debut in "American Horror Story"
Adam Levine made his acting debut as Leo Morrison in the second season of "American Horror Story" in 2012.
2012: Levine Takes on Acting Role in "American Horror Story: Asylum"
Adam Levine ventured into acting with a recurring role in the second season of the anthology horror series "American Horror Story: Asylum" in 2012. He portrayed Leo Morrison, a photographer on honeymoon, alongside Jenna Dewan.
January 2013: Levine Partners with Sears Holdings
Adam Levine announced a partnership with Sears Holdings in January 2013 to launch a lifestyle brand encompassing apparel and accessories. The collection was later made available at Kmart stores and online.
February 2013: Levine Debuts Eponymous Scent
In February 2013, Adam Levine launched his debut fragrance line, featuring scents for both men and women, sold exclusively at Macy's.
November 2013: Levine Named People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive
Adam Levine was named People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive in November 2013, making him the first singer to receive this title.
2013: Levine Receives Positive Reviews for Stage Presence During Honda Civic Tour
Reviewers praised Adam Levine's stage presence during the 2013 Honda Civic Tour, noting his playful energy and strong work ethic.
2013: Overexposed Tour and Honda Civic Tour
Maroon 5 embarked on the Overexposed Tour, spanning 2012 to 2013, promoting their album "Overexposed." Additionally, they headlined the 2013 Honda Civic Tour, sharing the stage with artist Tony Lucca.
2013: Hostile Work Environment Lawsuit
In 2013, Adam Levine was named in a lawsuit alleging a hostile work environment at Universal Music Publishing Group's Santa Monica office. The lawsuit, filed by a security guard, cited pervasive drug use and alleged that Levine was given preferential treatment. UMPG denied the allegations, calling them "absurd".
2013: Levine's Success and Increased Recognition on "The Voice"
Adam Levine's presence on "The Voice" significantly boosted his popularity and revitalized Maroon 5's career following the lukewarm reception of their album "Hands All Over." His involvement reportedly earned him an estimated $10-12 million per season, highlighting his influence on the show's success.
2013: Levine Pens Song for "Community"
Adam Levine showcased his songwriting talent for television with "My Most Terrible Secret." This song, performed by the cast of the show "Community," was featured in the episode "Intro to Felt Surrogacy."
2013: Launch of Fragrance Line and Menswear Collection
Adam Levine launched his fragrance line and collaborated with Kmart and ShopYourWay.com to develop his menswear collection in 2013.
2013: Levine Starts Production Company, 222 Productions
Adam Levine founded his production company, 222 Productions, in 2013.
2013: "Begin Again" Premieres at Toronto International Film Festival
"Begin Again," the musical romance-drama film starring Adam Levine, premiered at the 2013 Toronto International Film Festival to generally positive reviews.
2013: Levine Hosts "SNL," Appears in Lonely Island Short
Adam Levine took on the role of host for an episode of "Saturday Night Live" in 2013. The episode featured a collaboration with Kendrick Lamar on The Lonely Island's digital short "YOLO," a parody of the popular acronym.
July 19, 2014: Levine and Behati Prinsloo Wed
Adam Levine married Behati Prinsloo on July 19, 2014, in a ceremony officiated by Jonah Hill.
2014: Overexposed Tour Extends
Due to scheduling conflicts, the European leg of Maroon 5's Overexposed Tour, in support of their album "Overexposed," was extended into 2014.
2014: Release of "V"
Maroon 5 released their fifth studio album, "V," in 2014.
2014: Maroon 5 Unveils "V"
Maroon 5, continuing their established songwriting process, released their fifth studio album, "V," in 2014. The album featured collaborations with artists like Ryan Tedder and Max Martin.
February 2015: Maroon V Tour Kicks Off
February 2015 marked the beginning of Maroon 5's Maroon V Tour, launched in Dallas, promoting their fifth studio album, "V."
2015: Levine Features in Rozzi Crane and R. City Tracks
Adam Levine's vocals were featured on two tracks in 2015: Rozzi Crane's "Painkiller" and R. City's single "Locked Away."
September 21, 2016: Levine and Prinsloo Welcome First Daughter
Adam Levine and his wife, Behati Prinsloo, welcomed their first daughter, Dusty Rose, on September 21, 2016.
2016: Appearance in "Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping"
Adam Levine appeared in the film "Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping" in 2016.
2016: Levine Joins The Lonely Island for "Popstar" Soundtrack
Adam Levine collaborated with The Lonely Island on the song "I'm So Humble" in 2016. The track was featured on the soundtrack album for the comedy film "Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping," in which both Levine and The Lonely Island made appearances.
February 10, 2017: Levine Receives Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
On February 10, 2017, Adam Levine was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in recognition of his significant contributions to the recording industry.
2017: Appearance in "Fun Mom Dinner" and "The Clapper"
Adam Levine appeared in the films "Fun Mom Dinner" and "The Clapper" in 2017.
2017: Release of "Red Pill Blues"
Maroon 5 released their sixth studio album, "Red Pill Blues," in 2017.
February 15, 2018: Levine and Prinsloo Welcome Second Daughter
Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo became parents for the second time on February 15, 2018, welcoming another daughter, Gio Grace.
2018: 222 Productions Releases "Sugar" on YouTube Premium
In 2018, 222 Productions, Adam Levine's production company, released "Sugar," a web television series inspired by Maroon 5's music video of the same name, on YouTube Premium.
April 2019: Levine Participates in "Earth" Charity Single
Adam Levine joined forces with 29 other musical artists in April 2019 to record the charity single "Earth." The song aimed to raise awareness about climate change.
May 2019: Levine Exits "The Voice"
After eight years and sixteen seasons, Adam Levine departed from his role as a coach on the reality talent show "The Voice" in May 2019.
May 28, 2019: Levine's "Songland" Premieres on NBC
Adam Levine served as executive producer on the reality competition series "Songland," which premiered on NBC on May 28, 2019.
2019: Adam Levine Departs "The Voice"
Adam Levine concluded his role as a coach on "The Voice" in 2019.
January 2020: Levine Becomes Brand Ambassador for Shure
Adam Levine took on the role of brand ambassador for Shure in January 2020, promoting their wireless earphones and headphones.
April 2, 2020: Levine's Shure Wireless Earphones and Headphones Become Available
Adam Levine's collaboration with Shure resulted in the release of the Aonic 215 and 50 wireless earphones and headphones, which became available for purchase on April 2, 2020.
July 2020: Collaboration with Ferrari and Save the Children
In July 2020, Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo partnered with Ferrari and Save the Children to raise funds for U.S. education programs impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
2020: Levine Features on Lil Wayne's "Funeral" and Jack Harlow's "Thats What They All Say"
In 2020, Adam Levine lent his vocals to two tracks: "Trust Nobody" with Lil Wayne on his album "Funeral" and "Same Guy" with Jack Harlow on his album "Thats What They All Say."
December 2021: Launch of Calirosa Tequila
In December 2021, Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo launched their tequila company, Calirosa, making their tequila brand available to the public.
2021: Release of "Jordi"
Maroon 5 released their seventh studio album, "Jordi," in 2021.
September 2022: Allegations of Inappropriate Behavior
In September 2022, Adam Levine faced accusations of inappropriate behavior from multiple women. These allegations, which surfaced while he was married to Behati Prinsloo, were supported by alleged DMs, texts, and TikTok videos. Levine denied having an affair but admitted to crossing boundaries and committed to addressing the issue with his family.
January 28, 2023: Levine and Prinsloo Welcome Son
On January 28, 2023, Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo celebrated the birth of their third child, a son.
June 2024: Levine Announces "The Voice" Return
Adam Levine's return to "The Voice" was revealed in June 2024, marking his comeback to the show after a five-year hiatus.
2025: Levine Returns for Season 27 of "The Voice"
Adam Levine is set to rejoin the coaching panel of "The Voice" for its 27th season, scheduled to premiere in the spring of 2025.
2025: Return to "The Voice"
Adam Levine is set to return to "The Voice" for its 27th season in 2025.