History of Jonas Brothers in Timeline
The Jonas Brothers are an American pop rock band formed in 2005, comprising brothers Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas. They gained prominence after signing with Hollywood Records and through appearances on the Disney Channel, including starring roles in the 'Camp Rock' movies and their own series, 'Jonas' (later 'Jonas L.A.'). They have 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 association with Disney Channel significantly contributed to their initial success and widespread recognition.
2003: "Sucker" Becomes the First Number One Song Since 2003
In 2003's "Bump, Bump, Bump" by B2K becoming the Jonas Brothers' first number-one song since 2003.
2004: Release of "Joy to the World (A Christmas Prayer)"
In 2004, Nick Jonas released the 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 formed as a band consisting of three brothers: Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas, and moved to Little Falls, New Jersey, where they wrote their first record.
February 2006: Release of "Time for Me to Fly"
In February 2006, the Jonas Brothers released the song "Time for Me to Fly" on the Aquamarine soundtrack.
February 22, 2006: "Mandy" Music Video on MTV
On February 22, 2006, the music video for the Jonas Brothers' song "Mandy" was shown on MTV's Total Request Live.
April 4, 2006: Release of "Yo Ho (A Pirate's Life for Me)"
On April 4, 2006, the Jonas Brothers' cover of "Yo Ho (A Pirate's Life for Me)" from Pirates of the Caribbean 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
On August 8, 2006, the Jonas Brothers' album It's About Time was released.
October 3, 2006: Re-release of "Joy to the World (A Christmas Prayer)"
On October 3, 2006, Nick Jonas' 2004 solo single, "Joy to the World (A Christmas Prayer)", was re-released.
2006: Release of It's About Time
In 2006, the Jonas Brothers released their debut album, It's About Time.
2006: Recording Deal with Hollywood Records since 2006
In 2006, the Jonas Brothers signed a record deal with Hollywood Records, which would have been their first not to be released through Hollywood Records since 2006 and their first record since 2009's Lines, Vines and Trying Times.
January 2007: Premiere of "Year 3000" Music Video
In January 2007, the music video for the Jonas Brothers' second single, "Year 3000", premiered on the Disney Channel.
February 2007: Signed with Hollywood Records
In February 2007, the Jonas Brothers signed with Hollywood Records.
April 9, 2007: Performance at the White House Easter Egg Roll
On April 9, 2007, the Jonas Brothers made their first appearance at the White House during the annual White House Easter Egg Roll and sang the National Anthem.
June 27, 2007: Performance at Celebrating Women in Sports Tee Ball Game
On June 27, 2007, the Jonas Brothers returned to the White House during a Celebrating Women in Sports Tee Ball game and sang the National Anthem again.
August 7, 2007: Release of Jonas Brothers Album
On August 7, 2007, the Jonas Brothers' self-titled second album was released.
August 2007: Guest Appearance on Hannah Montana
In August 2007, the Jonas Brothers made several appearances on television, including guest-starring in an episode of the Disney Channel show Hannah Montana titled "Me and Mr. Jonas and Mr. Jonas and Mr. Jonas".
September 2007: Theme Song for American Dragon: Jake Long Aired
In September 2007, the theme song for the second season of American Dragon: Jake Long that was performed by the Jonas Brothers aired on 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: Filmed 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: Jonas Brothers Earned $12 Million and Donated to Charity
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: Release of Jonas Brothers
In 2007, the Jonas Brothers released their self-titled second album, Jonas Brothers.
January 31, 2008: Kicked 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.
June 2008: Opening for Avril Lavigne's Best Damn Tour
In June 2008, the Jonas Brothers opened 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.
June 20, 2008: Premiere of Camp Rock
On June 20, 2008, the Jonas Brothers' film debut, Camp Rock, premiered in the United States on Disney Channel.
June 24, 2008: iTunes Release of Songs from A Little Bit Longer
On June 24, 2008, iTunes announced that it would release four songs from the Jonas Brothers' album 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 Toronto, Ontario, to promote A Little Bit Longer.
July 2008: Featured in Rolling Stone Magazine
In July 2008, the Jonas Brothers were featured in the July issue of Rolling Stone magazine and became the youngest band to be on the cover of the magazine.
August 6, 2008: Nick Jonas Partners 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. Nick, who was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at 13, 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 released their third studio album, A Little Bit Longer, in the United States.
August 22, 2008: Visit to Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
On August 22, 2008, the Jonas Brothers visited the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and presented the suits they wore on the cover of A Little Bit Longer.
September 23, 2008: Release of Demi Lovato's Don't Forget Album
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 Grammy
In December 2008, the Jonas Brothers were nominated for the Best New Artist award at the 51st Grammy Awards.
2008: First Entry on the Chart Since 2008
In 2008's "Tonight" and their first top 10 since 2008's "Tonight".
2008: Filming of Burnin' Up Tour for 3D Concert Experience
In 2008, shows from the Jonas Brothers' Burnin' Up Tour were filmed for their 3D concert biopic, Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience.
2008: Starred in Camp Rock
In 2008, the Jonas Brothers starred in the Disney Channel Original Movie Camp Rock.
2008: Writing and Recording for Lines, Vines and Trying Times
In 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: Nominated for Grammy Award and Won AMA
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.
February 14, 2009: Musical Guest on Saturday Night Live
On February 14, 2009, the Jonas Brothers appeared as musical guests on Saturday Night Live's 34th season, making their SNL debut.
February 22, 2009: Release of Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience
On February 22, 2009, the Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience 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.
April 2009: Finished filming the 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 Jonas Brothers' Disney Channel Original Series, Jonas, premiered.
May 22, 2009: Voice Acting in 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.
June 15, 2009: Lines, Vines and Trying Times Album Release
On June 15, 2009, the Jonas Brothers released their fourth studio album, Lines, Vines and Trying Times. The album debuted at number one, becoming their second No. 1 album.
July 7, 2009: Signing Honor Society to Record Label
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 the 2009 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
On September 3, 2009, production began on the film Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam.
October 16, 2009: Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam Production Wraps
On October 16, 2009, the production wrapped on the film Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam.
2009: Lines, Vines, and Trying Times Release
In 2009, the Jonas Brothers released Lines, Vines, and Trying Times, the first record since 2009's Lines, Vines and Trying Times, scheduled to be released in 2013.
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 Judge on American Idol
On January 27, 2010, Joe Jonas was a guest judge on American Idol during the Dallas auditions.
September 3, 2010: Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam Airs on Disney Channel
On September 3, 2010, Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam aired on Disney Channel.
2010: Nick Volunteers for Do Something "Teens for Jeans" Campaign
In 2010, Nick Jonas volunteered his time as a prize to teens who donated jeans to Do Something and Aeropostale's "Teens for Jeans" campaign and 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: Starred in Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam
In 2010, the Jonas Brothers starred in the sequel to Camp Rock, titled Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam.
2010: Hiatus for Solo Projects
In 2010, the Jonas Brothers went on a hiatus to pursue solo projects.
December 2011: "Dance Until Tomorrow" Leaks Online
In December 2011, the song "Dance Until Tomorrow" by the Jonas Brothers leaked on the internet.
2011: Hiatus for Solo Projects
In 2011, the Jonas Brothers were still on hiatus to pursue solo projects.
August 2012: Kevin Stars in 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.
August 17, 2012: World Tour 2012/2013 Announcement
On August 17, 2012, the Jonas Brothers announced a new concert tour, the World Tour 2012/2013, after two years of not working together.
October 3, 2012: "Meet You in Paris" Preview Release
On October 3, 2012, a preview of the Jonas Brothers' song "Meet You in Paris" was released on Cambio.
October 11, 2012: World Tour 2012/2013 Starts
On October 11, 2012, the Jonas Brothers' World Tour 2012/2013 started at Radio City Music Hall in New York City.
December 1, 2012: Performance at Jingle Ball at L.A. Live
On December 1, 2012, the Jonas Brothers performed at Jingle Ball at L.A. Live.
2012: Reunion to Record New Album
In 2012, the Jonas Brothers reunited to record a new album.
February 2013: "Pom Poms" Music Video Filmed
In February 2013, the Jonas Brothers filmed the music video for their song "Pom Poms" in New Orleans, Louisiana.
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: "Pom Poms" Release
On April 2, 2013, the Jonas Brothers released "Pom Poms" as the lead single from their upcoming fifth studio album, V. The music video also premiered on E! on the same day.
June 25, 2013: "First Time" Release
On June 25, 2013, the Jonas Brothers released "First Time" as the second single from their fifth album, V.
October 9, 2013: Tour Dates Cancelled Due to "Deep Rift"
On October 9, 2013, the Jonas Brothers cancelled 23 tour dates, citing a "deep rift within the band" over "creative differences".
October 29, 2013: Break-Up of the Jonas Brothers
On October 29, 2013, the Jonas Brothers broke up, cancelling the new album they were working on.
2013: First Entry on the Chart Since 2013
In 2013's "Pom Poms" and their first top 10 since 2008's "Tonight".
February 28, 2019: Jonas Brothers Comeback Announcement
On February 28, 2019, the Jonas Brothers announced their comeback via social media.
March 1, 2019: Release of "Sucker" and Reunion
On March 1, 2019, the Jonas Brothers reunited with the release of "Sucker," which debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
April 13, 2019: "Sucker" Becomes First 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: Performances and Releases in 2019
Throughout 2019, the Jonas Brothers performed at Capital's Summertime Ball, released the promotional single "Greenlight", were featured on "Runaway", released "Only Human", Diplo released "Lonely" featuring the Jonas Brothers, and they released a Christmas song titled "Like It's Christmas".
January 17, 2020: "What a Man Gotta Do" Single Release
On January 17, 2020, the Jonas Brothers released the single "What a Man Gotta Do".
2020: "Remember This" Premieres at the Summer Olympics
In 2020, the Jonas Brothers' single "Remember This" Premiered at the 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" featuring the Jonas Brothers.
May 19, 2021: Remember This Tour Announcement
On May 19, 2021, the Jonas Brothers announced their eleventh headlining tour, the Remember This Tour, set to begin on August 20, 2021.
August 2021: Jonas Brothers Partner 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: Remember This Tour Begins
The Remember This Tour by the Jonas Brothers began on August 20, 2021, in Las Vegas.
September 5, 2021: "Who's in Your Head" Premiered During Remember This Tour
On September 5, 2021, the Jonas Brothers premiered a song titled "Who's in Your Head" during their Remember This Tour, while performing at the Red Rocks Parks and Amphitheater in Colorado.
March 1, 2022: Jonas Brothers: Live in Vegas Residency Announced
On March 1, 2022, the Jonas Brothers announced a 5-dates 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 advocate in the fight against hunger worldwide.
January 2023: New Album Completed Announcement
In January 2023, Nick Jonas announced that the band's new album was completed.
January 30, 2023: Hollywood Walk of Fame Star and Album Announcement
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: "Waffle House" Released as Second Single
On April 7, 2023, the Jonas Brothers released "Waffle House" as the second single from their upcoming album, The Album.
May 5, 2023: The Album Release Postponed
On May 5, 2023, the Jonas Brothers postponed the release of their sixth studio album, titled The Album, to and released on May 12.
May 12, 2023: Release of The Album
On May 12, 2023, the Jonas Brothers released their sixth studio album, The Album, which was produced by Jon Bellion.
June 5, 2023: "Summer Baby" Sent to Adult Contemporary Radio
On June 5, 2023, the Jonas Brothers' song "Summer Baby" was sent to adult contemporary radio as the third single.
July 7, 2023: "Do It Like That" Collaboration Release
On July 7, 2023, the Jonas Brothers released the single "Do It Like That", a collaboration with South Korean boy band Tomorrow X Together.
July 27, 2023: "Year 3000 2.0" Collaboration Release
On July 27, 2023, the Jonas Brothers released "Year 3000 2.0" with Busted.
November 10, 2023: "Strong Enough" Collaboration Release
On November 10, 2023, the Jonas Brothers released "Strong Enough", a collaboration with Bailey Zimmerman.
2023: Release of The Album
In 2023, the Jonas Brothers released their sixth album, The Album.
November 17, 2024: Halftime Performance at the 111th Grey Cup
On November 17, 2024, the Jonas Brothers are scheduled to perform at the halftime show at the 111th Grey Cup in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
January 2025: Christmas Comedy Film Announcement
In January 2025, it was announced that the Jonas Brothers would be producing and starring in a Christmas comedy film for Disney+.
January 17, 2025: "Slow Motion" Single Release
On January 17, 2025, the Jonas Brothers released the single "Slow Motion" as their second collaboration with Marshmello.
