History of Jonas Brothers in Timeline
The Jonas Brothers are an American pop rock band formed in 2005, consisting of brothers Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas. They gained prominence after signing with Hollywood Records and appearing on the Disney Channel, starring in "Camp Rock" and their own series, "Jonas." The band has released six studio albums, including "It's About Time," "Jonas Brothers," "A Little Bit Longer," "Lines, Vines and Trying Times," "Happiness Begins," and "The Album". Their music and Disney Channel appearances contributed significantly to their widespread popularity, establishing them as a prominent figure in pop culture.
2003: First Number One Song
In 2003, before Sucker, the Jonas Brothers had not had a number-one song and were the first number one by a boy band on the chart since B2K's "Bump, Bump, Bump".
2004: Release of "Joy to the World (A Christmas Prayer)"
In 2004, Nick Jonas released his solo single, "Joy to the World (A Christmas Prayer)".
December 27, 2005: Release of "Mandy"
On December 27, 2005, The Jonas Brothers' first single, "Mandy", was released.
2005: Formation of the Jonas Brothers
In 2005, the Jonas Brothers, consisting of Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas, formed as a pop rock band in Wyckoff, New Jersey and moved to Little Falls, New Jersey.
February 2006: Release of "Time for Me to Fly" on Aquamarine soundtrack
In February 2006, "Time for Me to Fly" was released on the Aquamarine soundtrack.
February 22, 2006: "Mandy" music video shown on MTV's Total Request Live
On February 22, 2006, the music video for "Mandy" was shown on MTV's Total Request Live and reached number four.
April 4, 2006: Release of "Yo Ho (A Pirate's Life for Me)" on Disneymania 4
On April 4, 2006, the Jonas Brothers' cover of "Yo Ho (A Pirate's Life for Me)" was released on the Disneymania 4 album.
June 2006: Theme song for American Dragon: Jake Long
In June 2006, The Jonas Brothers created the theme song for the second season of American Dragon: Jake Long.
August 8, 2006: Release of It's About Time album
On August 8, 2006, the Jonas Brothers' album It's About Time was released as a limited release.
October 3, 2006: Re-release of "Joy to the World (A Christmas Prayer)"
On October 3, 2006, Nick's 2004 solo single, "Joy to the World (A Christmas Prayer)", was re-released on Joy to the World: The Ultimate Christmas Collection.
2006: Start of Record Deal
In 2006, The Jonas Brothers began their record deal, and their fifth studio album would have been their first not to be released through Hollywood Records since then.
2006: Release of It's About Time
In 2006, the Jonas Brothers released their first album, It's About Time, on Hollywood Records.
January 2007: Premiere of "Year 3000" music video
In January 2007, the music video for the second single from It's About Time, "Year 3000", premiered on the Disney Channel.
February 2007: Signing with Hollywood Records
In February 2007, The Jonas Brothers signed with Hollywood Records.
April 9, 2007: First appearance at the White House
On April 9, 2007, the Jonas Brothers made their first appearance at the White House during the annual White House Easter Egg Roll, where they sang the National Anthem.
June 27, 2007: Second appearance at the White House
On June 27, 2007, the Jonas Brothers returned to the White House during a Celebrating Women in Sports Tee Ball game, where they sang the National Anthem again and entertained at the picnic-reception.
August 7, 2007: Release of Self-Titled Album
On August 7, 2007, The Jonas Brothers released their self-titled second album. Two singles with music videos were also released around this time – "Hold On" two weeks before, and "S.O.S.", four days before the release of the album.
August 2007: Guest appearance on Hannah Montana
In August 2007, the Jonas Brothers guest-starred in an episode of the Disney Channel show Hannah Montana titled "Me and Mr. Jonas and Mr. Jonas and Mr. Jonas".
September 2007: Airing of American Dragon: Jake Long ends
In September 2007, the theme song for American Dragon: Jake Long aired for the final time on the Disney Channel.
November 18, 2007: Performance at the American Music Awards
On November 18, 2007, the Jonas Brothers performed the song "S.O.S." at the American Music Awards.
2007: Jonas Brothers earnings and charity donation
In 2007, the Jonas Brothers earned an estimated $12 million and donated 10% of their earnings to their charity, Change for the Children Foundation.
2007: Public service announcement raising awareness about teenage homelessness
In 2007, the Jonas Brothers filmed a public service announcement raising awareness about teenage homelessness and encouraging teens to begin "jeans drives" in their communities to donate to the homeless.
2007: Release of Jonas Brothers
In 2007, the Jonas Brothers released their self-titled second album, Jonas Brothers.
January 31, 2008: Kick off Look Me in the Eyes Tour
On January 31, 2008, the Jonas Brothers kicked off their Look Me in the Eyes Tour in Tucson, Arizona.
March 22, 2008: End of Look Me in the Eyes Tour
On March 22, 2008, the Jonas Brothers' Look Me in the Eyes Tour ended. Following this, they announced they would open for Avril Lavigne's Best Damn Tour in Europe.
June 17, 2008: Release of Camp Rock soundtrack
On June 17, 2008, the soundtrack for the film Camp Rock was released, debuting at No. 3 on the Billboard 200.
June 20, 2008: Premiere of Camp Rock
On June 20, 2008, the Jonas Brothers' film debut in the Disney Channel Original Movie Camp Rock premiered in the United States on Disney Channel, and Canada on Family.
June 24, 2008: iTunes release of songs from A Little Bit Longer
On June 24, 2008, iTunes announced it would release four songs from A Little Bit Longer, one roughly every two weeks.
July 4, 2008: Start of Burnin' Up Tour
On July 4, 2008, the Jonas Brothers started the Burnin' Up Tour in North America, promoting A Little Bit Longer, beginning at the Molson Amphitheatre in Toronto, Ontario.
July 2008: Feature in Rolling Stone Magazine
In July 2008, the Jonas Brothers were featured in Rolling Stone magazine and became the youngest band to be on the cover of the magazine.
August 6, 2008: Partnership with Bayer Diabetes Care
On August 6, 2008, Bayer Diabetes Care partnered with Nick Jonas as a diabetes ambassador to promote diabetes management among young people, following Nick's diagnosis with Type 1 diabetes at age 13. He also testified in the U.S. Senate to advocate for more research funding for the disease.
August 12, 2008: Release of A Little Bit Longer
On August 12, 2008, the Jonas Brothers' third studio album, A Little Bit Longer, was released in the United States.
August 22, 2008: Visit to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
On August 22, 2008, the Jonas Brothers visited the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio, and presented the suits they wore on the cover of A Little Bit Longer to Jim Henke, vice president of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
September 23, 2008: Release of Demi Lovato's Don't Forget
On September 23, 2008, Demi Lovato's album Don't Forget, co-produced by the Jonas Brothers, was released.
December 2008: Nomination for Best New Artist at the Grammy Awards
In December 2008, the Jonas Brothers were nominated for the Best New Artist award at the 51st Grammy Awards.
2008: Filming of Burnin' Up Tour for 3D concert film
During the summer of 2008, two shows from the Jonas Brothers' Burnin' Up Tour in Anaheim were filmed for their 3D concert biopic, Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience.
2008: Nominated for Best New Artist at the Grammy Awards
In 2008, The Jonas Brothers were nominated for the Best New Artist award at the 51st Annual Grammy Awards and won the award for Breakthrough Artist at the American Music Awards.
2008: Starring in Camp Rock
In 2008, the Jonas Brothers starred in the Disney Channel Original Movie Camp Rock.
2008: Writing and Recording Songs
In mid-2008, the Jonas Brothers started writing and recording songs for their fourth studio album, Lines, Vines and Trying Times, during their Burnin' Up tour.
2008: Last Top 10 Before Sucker
Prior to the comeback of the Jonas Brothers, in 2008, their last top 10 song was "Tonight".
February 14, 2009: Musical guest on Saturday Night Live
On February 14, 2009, the Jonas Brothers appeared as musical guest on Saturday Night Live's 34th season, making their SNL debut.
February 22, 2009: Theatrical release of Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience
On February 22, 2009, Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience, a 3D concert biopic, was released in theaters.
March 11, 2009: Announcement of World Tour
On March 11, 2009, the Jonas Brothers announced that they would be embarking on a world tour in mid-2009, joined by the Korean girl band Wonder Girls as their opening act.
April 2009: Filming of first season of Jonas
In April 2009, the Jonas Brothers finished filming the first season of their Disney Channel Original Series, Jonas.
May 2, 2009: Premiere of Jonas
On May 2, 2009, the Disney Channel Original Series, Jonas, premiered.
May 22, 2009: Release of Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian
On May 22, 2009, the Jonas Brothers voiced three stone cherubs in the film Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian, which was released.
June 15, 2009: Release of Lines, Vines and Trying Times
On June 15, 2009, the Jonas Brothers released their fourth studio album, Lines, Vines and Trying Times. It debuted at number one, becoming their second No. 1 album.
July 7, 2009: Signing Honor Society
On July 7, 2009, the Jonas Brothers announced that they had signed Honor Society to the record label they started with Hollywood Records.
August 9, 2009: Hosting and Performing at Teen Choice Awards
On August 9, 2009, the Jonas Brothers hosted and performed at the 2009 Teen Choice Awards.
September 3, 2009: Production Begins on Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam
Production on the film Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam began on September 3, 2009, in Ontario, Canada.
October 16, 2009: Filming Wraps for Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam
On October 16, 2009, the filming of Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam wrapped up.
2009: Last Record
In 2009, Lines, Vines and Trying Times was released, and their fifth studio album would have been their first record since then.
2009: Release of Lines, Vines and Trying Times
In 2009, the Jonas Brothers released their fourth album, Lines, Vines and Trying Times.
January 27, 2010: Joe Jonas Guest Judges on American Idol
On January 27, 2010, Joe Jonas was a guest judge on American Idol during the Dallas auditions.
September 3, 2010: Airing of Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam
On September 3, 2010, the film Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam was aired on the Disney Channel.
2010: Nick Jonas volunteering efforts for Do Something
In 2010, Nick Jonas volunteered his efforts for Do Something by offering his time as a prize to teens who donated jeans to Do Something and Aeropostale's "Teens for Jeans" campaign. Further, Nick filmed another public service announcement, this one in support of Do Something's "Battle of the Bands" campaign for the advancement of music education in schools.
2010: Starring in Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam
In 2010, the Jonas Brothers starred in Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam, the sequel to Camp Rock.
2010: Hiatus to Pursue Solo Projects
In 2010, the Jonas Brothers went on hiatus to pursue solo projects.
December 2011: Song Leak: Dance Until Tomorrow
In December 2011, the song "Dance Until Tomorrow" by Jonas Brothers leaked on the internet, but it was never officially released.
2011: Hiatus to Pursue Solo Projects
In 2011, the Jonas Brothers were still on hiatus to pursue solo projects.
August 2012: Kevin Stars in Reality Series Married to Jonas
In August 2012, Kevin Jonas starred in the E! reality series Married to Jonas alongside his wife Danielle and brothers Nick and Joe, documenting the young couple's domestic life.
August 17, 2012: Announcement of World Tour 2012/2013
On August 17, 2012, after two years of their last work together, the Jonas Brothers announced a new concert tour, the World Tour 2012/2013.
October 3, 2012: Preview of Meet You in Paris Released
On October 3, 2012, a preview of the song "Meet You in Paris" was released on Cambio.
October 11, 2012: Start of World Tour 2012/2013
On October 11, 2012, the Jonas Brothers' World Tour 2012/2013 started at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, where they performed several songs from their previous albums along with a new song entitled "Let's Go".
December 1, 2012: Performance at Jingle Ball
On December 1, 2012, the Jonas Brothers performed at Jingle Ball at L.A. Live and announced several tour dates to take place in South America.
2012: Reunion to Record New Album
In 2012, the Jonas Brothers reunited to record a new album.
February 2013: Filming of Pom Poms Music Video
In February 2013, The Jonas Brothers filmed the music video for their song "Pom Poms" in New Orleans, Louisiana, which premiered on E! on April 2, 2013.
February 28, 2013: Performance at Viña del Mar International Song Festival
On February 28, 2013, the Jonas Brothers performed at the Viña del Mar International Song Festival in Chile.
April 2, 2013: Release of "Pom Poms" and Music Video Premiere
On April 2, 2013, the Jonas Brothers released the lead single "Pom Poms" from their upcoming fifth studio album, V, and the music video premiered on E! The video was filmed in February 2013 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
June 25, 2013: Release of "First Time"
On June 25, 2013, the Jonas Brothers released "First Time", the second single from their fifth album.
October 9, 2013: Cancellation of Tour Dates
On October 9, 2013, the Jonas Brothers cancelled 23 tour dates between October and December, citing a "deep rift within the band" over "creative differences".
October 29, 2013: Break-up of Jonas Brothers
On October 29, 2013, the Jonas Brothers broke up, canceling their new album.
2013: First entry on Chart since Pom Poms
In 2013, prior to the comeback of the Jonas Brothers, their last entry on the Billboard chart was "Pom Poms".
February 28, 2019: Comeback Announcement
On February 28, 2019, the Jonas Brothers announced their comeback via social media.
March 1, 2019: Release of "Sucker"
On March 1, 2019, the Jonas Brothers reunited with the release of the song "Sucker," which debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
April 13, 2019: "Sucker" Reaches Top 10 on Dance/Mix Show Airplay
In its April 13, 2019, issue, "Sucker" became the Jonas Brothers' first top 10 on Dance/Mix Show Airplay, surging 20–6 in its third week of charting.
June 7, 2019: Release of Happiness Begins album
On June 7, 2019, the Jonas Brothers released their fifth studio album, Happiness Begins, which topped the US Billboard 200.
2019: Release of Happiness Begins
In 2019, the Jonas Brothers released their fifth album, Happiness Begins.
2019: Summer Activities
In the Summer of 2019, the band performed at Capital's Summertime Ball, released "Greenlight", was featured on "Runaway", and released "Only Human".
January 17, 2020: Release of What a Man Gotta Do
On January 17, 2020, the Jonas Brothers released the single "What a Man Gotta Do".
2020: "Remember This" used in Olympics Coverage
In 2020, The single "Remember This" premiered on June 18 and was used in NBC's coverage of the 2020 Summer Olympics.
March 15, 2021: Deluxe Version of Spaceman Released
On March 15, 2021, a deluxe version of Nick Jonas' fourth studio album, Spaceman, was released, including the song "Selfish" which featured the Jonas Brothers.
May 19, 2021: Announcement of Remember This Tour
On May 19, 2021, the Jonas Brothers announced that they would be embarking on their eleventh headlining tour, the Remember This Tour, consisting of 44 shows at outdoor venues around the United States, with the tour beginning on August 20, 2021, in Las Vegas.
August 2021: Partnership with Feeding America
In August 2021, the Jonas Brothers partnered with NGO Feeding America to promote donations to the organization by holding a competition to have dinner with a selected fan at a Los Angeles restaurant.
August 20, 2021: Start of Remember This Tour
On August 20, 2021, the Jonas Brothers began their Remember This Tour in Las Vegas.
September 5, 2021: Premiere of Who's in Your Head
On September 5, 2021, the Jonas Brothers premiered a song titled "Who's in Your Head" during the band's Remember This Tour while performing at the Red Rocks Parks and Amphitheater in Colorado.
March 1, 2022: Announcement of Las Vegas Residency
On March 1, 2022, the Jonas Brothers announced a 5-date residency show in Las Vegas named Jonas Brothers: Live in Vegas, taking place from June 3 to 11.
2022: Partnership with Global Citizen
In early 2022, the Jonas Brothers partnered with Global Citizen, which fights extreme poverty, among other issues, to continue their advocacy to fight hunger worldwide.
January 2023: New album completed
In January 2023, the Jonas Brothers announced that the band's new album was completed.
January 30, 2023: Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame and Announcement of The Album
On January 30, 2023, the Jonas Brothers received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and announced that their sixth studio album, titled The Album, would be released on May 5, 2023.
April 7, 2023: Release of Waffle House
On April 7, 2023, the Jonas Brothers released "Waffle House" as the second single from their sixth studio album, The Album.
May 5, 2023: Original Release Date of The Album
On May 5, 2023, The Album by Jonas Brothers was supposed to be released, but it was later delayed to May 12, 2023.
May 12, 2023: Release of The Album
On May 12, 2023, the Jonas Brothers released their sixth studio album, The Album, which was preceded by the singles "Waffle House" and "Wings" and produced by Jon Bellion.
June 5, 2023: Release of Summer Baby
On June 5, 2023, "Summer Baby" by The Jonas Brothers, was sent to adult contemporary radio.
July 7, 2023: Release of Do It Like That
On July 7, 2023, the single "Do It Like That", a collaboration between Jonas Brothers and Tomorrow X Together, was released.
July 27, 2023: Busted released Year 3000 2.0
On July 27, 2023, Busted released "Year 3000 2.0", which features the Jonas Brothers in a collaboration celebrating the 20th anniversary of Busted. The song is included in the compilation album Greatest Hits 2.0.
November 10, 2023: Release of Strong Enough
On November 10, 2023, the single "Strong Enough", a collaboration between Jonas Brothers and Bailey Zimmerman, was released.
2023: Release of The Album
In 2023, the Jonas Brothers released their sixth album, The Album.
November 17, 2024: Halftime Show at the 111th Grey Cup
On November 17, 2024, the Jonas Brothers performed at the halftime show at the 111th Grey Cup in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
January 2025: Announcement of Christmas comedy film
In January 2025, the Jonas Brothers announced they would be producing and starring in a Christmas comedy film for Disney+. The film will portray fictionalized versions of themselves facing obstacles while trying to reach their families in New York for Christmas. The release is slated for the 2025 holiday season.
January 17, 2025: Release of "Slow Motion"
On January 17, 2025, the Jonas Brothers released "Slow Motion", their second collaboration with Marshmello.
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