Career Beginnings and Rise to Fame
This timeline highlights the key events and milestones in Adele's early career, from her first recordings to her breakthrough success.
2006
Demo Posting on Myspace
A friend posted Adele's demo on Myspace, gaining her early recognition
2006
Record Deal with XL Recordings
Signed a record deal with XL Recordings after graduating from BRIT School
2007
Brit Awards “Critics’ Choice”
Received the Brit Awards “Critics’ Choice” award
2008
Release of Debut Album 19
Debut album 19 was released to commercial and critical success
2008
Performance on Saturday Night Live
Appeared on Saturday Night Live, boosting her US career
2009
Grammy Awards
Won Grammy Awards for Best New Artist and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance
