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Jake Haldenwang
Jake Haldenwang Bio
Jake Haldenwang is a 14-year-old rock blues guitarist, vocalist and song writer sensation. He was selected as the guitarist to represent the Carolina’s at the 25th, 2009 International Blues Challenge in Memphis. He delivers searing guitar solos and rhythms with an intensity that belies his youth. His performances combine a variety of powerful influences with a soulful feeling that is rarely witnessed in someone so young. He started playing the guitar when he was 11-years-old and was performing live, by the time he was 12. By the time he was age 13, he was a seasoned stage performer. Jake plays a brand of “scorchin’ rock blues” in a style that is all his own, combined with an undeniable stage presence, making him must see artist.
Jake has had the privilege of performing on stage with some great regional and national blues recording artists to include: legendary blues man “Buddy Guy”, The Tommy Castro Band, Robin & Tony Rogers, Dave Fields, Blind Mississippi Morris, BB Kings All Stars, Bob Margolin’s All Star Band, Contagious Blues Band, Rusty Barkley’s Part Time Blues Band, Mac Arnold (former bass player for Muddy Waters) and he has opened for producer, singer/song writer extraordinaire “Tom Hambridge in Nashville TN.
His five piece band “Jake Haldenwang & Hwy 61”, is a project fueled by the vocals and fiery leads of guitar sensation, Jake Haldenwang and the rich vocals of lead singer/harp player, John Haldenwang. Together they deliver a unique brand of scorchin' rock blues. Blending traditional, contemporary, progressive & original rock blues, with searing guitar solos, intense vocals and a hard-driving rhythm section, they are a high-powered must see act. They draw inspiration for their high-powered gritty blues sound from artist such as; Johnny Winter, Rory Gallagher, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Joe Bonamassa, Jimi Hendrix, ZZ Top, The Allman Brothers and Eric Clapton & Cream. When Jake Haldenwang & Hwy 61 hit the stage, they are in full tilt overdrive that will have your feet stomping and your heart pounding.
Jake has played club dates and festivals through-out the south east, to include “First Night” Charlotte’s New Years Eve Celebration Festival, the legendary Double Door Inn, Midtown Sundries, 51 South and the Visulite Theatre in Charlotte, NC., BB Kings, The Rum Boogie Café, Club 152 and Morgan Freemans “Ground Zero Club” in Memphis, TN., The Burgundy Blues Jazz Club in Anderson SC, Brackins Blues Bar in Maryville TN, The Funky Blues Shack in San Destin, Florida and 3rd & Lindsley in Nashville, TN
Additionally, he has been the featured artist on Charlotte Fox Radio -WRFX 99.7 FM “Rick Ballew’s “Smokin’ Bluz” Radio Program, “WBTV” Charlottes NBC affiliate news channel, Rock Hill’s CN2 News and WRHI 94.3 FM Radio, and WSGE-91.7 FM Gaston College.
Jake’s rising popularity has established him as a sought after artist, whose star continues to grow and shine brightly. After an evening with Jake, you will know why they call him “Smokin’ Jake Haldenwang”.
Jake Haldenwang’s Press
Link to All Press at-a-Glance
http://blogs.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.ListAllCustom&friendId=392619802&swapped=true&page=2
BUZZ/ Public Fan Comments "WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT JAKE HALDENWANG"
http://blogs.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.ListAllCustom&friendId=392619802&swapped=true&page=3
- Blues phenom plays Brackins
“They may card patrons at the door of Brackins Blues Bar in downtown Maryville tonight, but fortunately for those patrons, those age restrictions won't apply to the guy taking the stage. Otherwise, those in attendance wouldn't have the opportunity to see a true child prodigy -- 14-year-old blues player Jake Haldenwang, the guitarist for his own outfit, the “Hwy 61 Blues Band”.
Steve Wildsmith, Maryville Daily Times, July 23, 2009
http://www.thedailytimes.com/article/20090723/ENT/307239953
- Jake Haldenwang, “Young Guitar Wonder in Charlotte, NC”
Jake has the feel and the moves. We see more kids influenced by SRV than anyone, and if I had to pick the "Golden Child" who was SRV in the last lifetime, I still couldn't narrow it down below five kids out there. Jake is in my five though.
JP Stratoblogster Guitars “Young Guitar Wonders” May 28, 2009
http://stratoblogster.blogspot.com/2009/05/jake-haldenwang-young-guitar-wonder-in.html
- A Boy Sings the Blues
JR Dog, Open Salon Blogspot May 5, 2009
http://www.opensalon.com/blog/jrdog/2009/05/05/a_boy_sings_the_blues
- Blues Wunderkind Heating Up Music Scene
“Young Haldenwang steps up honorably and credibly to the heir-apparent role of blues rock guitarist/composer/song writer/vocalist wunderkind, whiz kid, rising star or whatever title best denotes remarkable talent revealed at a tender age”.
Debby Jet Jennings, Rock Hill Herald, May 15, 2009
http://www.heraldonline.com/324/story/1343597.html
- Tap into Powerful Forces over Holiday Weekend
“A just-turned teen talent, ably bringing together traditional and contemporary blues inspiration from influences likes Johnny Winter, Rory Gallagher, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimi Hendrix and B.B. King.”
Debby Jet Jennings, Rock Hill Herald, Feb 13, 2009
http://www.istockanalyst.com/article/viewiStockNews/articleid/3037461
- Look out Memphis! “Charlotte Well-Represented at 2009 International Blues Challenge”
“13-year-old blues guitar marvel, chosen for the IBC to represent Charlotte”
Debbie Jet Jennings-Amps 11 Magazine, Feb, 2009
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- Jake Haldenwang & Hwy 61, Bring in the New Year at Charlotte “First Night” New Years Eve Celebration
WBTV-CBS Affiliate Station, Televised Live Performance of Jake Haldenwang’s “Hwy 61 Blues”
http://www.wbtv.com/global/story.asp?s=9604336
- CN2 News, Thanksgiving Show Special “Talented and Accomplished Youth”
“Laurabree Monday, Profiles a young music phenom from Tega Cay, who at just 13 is bringing the house down”!
Laurabree Monday, CN2 News Director/Anchor---Nov. 27, 2008
http://www.cn2.com/video.php?media_id=001034
- The Guitar Styling’s of Jake Haldenwang
WRHI-Radio Jay Taylor Morning Show Interview
Jay Taylor Morning Show---FM 94.3 &AM 1340--- 09/25/08
http://www.wrhi.com/content/jake-haldenwang
-Young ‘Smokin' Jake Kicks off Blues Festival
Tega Cay teen's band is part of the opening for a new art exhibit. “Jake Haldenwang & the Highway 61 Blues Band, led by a 13-year-old blues phenomenon, perform Thursday evening at the Center for the Arts. Nicknamed “Smokin' Jake Haldenwang,” the Tega Cay teen is already a seasoned music pro.”
Charlotte Observer.com on line, Ashley Barron, Sept. 28, 2008
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/281/story/217104.html
-25 Reasons to Love SummerFest“Highway 61 Blues Band, featuring the impressive guitar skills of 13-year-old Jake Haldenwang. That kid can rock. As they played, "Secret Agent Man," I wondered if I'll ever be half as good as Jake.”Enquirer Herald, Shannon Greene, Aug. 28, 2008
http://www.enquirerherald.com/356/story/301022.html
- 12-Year-Old On Benefit Stage
Tega Cay's “Smokin” Jake Haldenwang will be a special guest musician at the Charlotte Blues Fest on Saturday. The 12-year old has been playing in local events and for charity all spring and will be playing with Rusty Barkley.
Charlotte Observer, Donna Britsch, July 11, 2008
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/281/story/68081.html
- Even at Twelve, You Can Now Play the Blues
“When I got there, I heard comments such as, “The kid is playing tonight!” That piqued my curiosity, so asked around and was introduced to “Smokin Jake” Haldenwang.
Charlotte Observer, Donna Britsch, April 13, 2008
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- Get Your Blues On
“Haldenwang’s son definitely has plenty of experience. Jake is a 12-year -old guitar prodigy who has the chops needed to fuel Highway 61's tight sets.”
Fort Mill Times, Christopher Corrado, April 08, 2008
http://www.fortmilltimes.com/187/story/126640.html
Jake Haldenwang’s Show Schedule to Date
Jan 30, 2010 The Fat Parrot~~Charlotte, North Carolina
Nov 6, 2009 Sammy’s~~Charlotte, North Carolina
Nov 7, 2009 Fuel Depot~~Salisbury, North Carolina
Oct 10, 2009 The Fat Parrot~~Charlotte, North Carolina
Sept 26, 2009 The Funky Blues Shack~~San Destin, Florida
Sept 25, 2009 The Funky Blues Shack~~San Destin, Florida
Sept18, 2009 Fuel Depot~~Salisbury, North Carolina
Aug 28, 2009 Midtown Sundries University~~Charlotte, North Carolina
Aug 22, 2009 York SummerFest~~York, South Carolina
Aug 20, 2009 Fall Downtown Shindig~~City of Gaffney, South Carolina
Aug 7, 2009 McHales Pub~~Fort Mill, South Carolina
Aug 2, 2009 Double Door Inn~~Charlotte, North Carolina
July 25 Thru Memphis Tour~~Various Clubs
Aug 1, 2009
July 24, 2009 Brackins Blues Club~~Maryville, Tennessee
July 18, 2009 Fuel Depot~~Salisbury, North Carolina
July 11, 2009 Birkdale Village~~Huntersville, North Carolina
July 10, 2009 The End Zone~~Rock Hill, South Carolina
July 8, 2009 Morgan Freeman’s “Ground Zero” Clarksdale, Mississippi
July 5 , 2009 3rd & Lindsley~~“Opening for Tom Hambridge” Nashville, Tennessee
July 4, 2009 4th of July~~“Private Party” Tega Cay, South Carolina
July 3, 2009 Midtown Sundries~~University-Charlotte, North Carolina
June 27, 2009 McHaleStock Summer Festival~~Fort Mill, South Carolina
June 26, 2009 Fifty-1 South~~Charlotte, North Carolina
June 19, 2009 McHales Pub~~Fort Mill, South Carolina
June 6, 2009 The Fat Parrot~~Charlotte, North Carolina
May 22, 2009 Burgundy Blues & Jazz Club~~Greenville, South Carolina
May 20, 2009 Quaker Steak & Lube-Bike Night~~Greenville, South Carolina
May 16, 2009 The End Zone~~Rock Hill, South Carolina
May 7, 2009 McHales Pub~~Rock Hill, South Carolina
May 3, 2009 The Money~~Rock Hill, South Carolina
May 2, 2009 SpringFest~~Fort Mill, South Carolina
May 1, 2009 Birkdale Village~~Huntersville, North Carolina
Apr 30, 2009 Halton Arena~~Guest performance with Buddy Guy, Charlotte NC
Apr 25, 2009 Blues Fest at the Garden~~York South Carolina
Apr 3, 2009 Steve & Kelly’s~~Fort Mill, South Carolina
Mar 20, 2009 Midtown Sundries-University~~Charlotte, North Carolina
Feb 21, 2009 Midtown Sundries~~Lake Norman, Cornelius, North Carolina
Feb 13, 2009 McHales Irish Pub~~Fort Mill, South Carolina
Feb. 4th thru “International Blues Challenge”~~Club 152, Rum Boogie Café, Superior
Feb 9, 2009 Club, WC Handy Club, the Old Daisy Theatre, BB Kings Club & Morgan Freemans “Ground Zero” Memphis, Tennessee
Jan 17, 2009 McKoy’s Smokehouse~~Pineville, North Carolina
Jan 4, 2009 Double Door Inn~~Charlotte, North Carolina
Dec 31, 2008 Charlotte Center City Partners "Charlotte's First Night" New Years Eve Festival Celebration (Jake Haldenwang & the Hwy 61 Blues Band) Band televised by WBTV (CBS affiliate in Charlotte)
Dec 26, 2008 The Water Tank~~Clover, South Carolina
Oct 5, 2008 Double Door Inn~~“Electric Band Competition” Charlotte Blues Society announces, Jake Haldenwang as the as the Chosen Youth Guitarist to represent the Charlotte NC area at the 2009 IBC, in Memphis.
Oct 2, 2008 Rock Hill Downtown Festival~~Rock Hill, South Carolina
Sept 27, 2008 McHale Stock Fall Festival~~Fort Mill, South Carolina
Sept 20, 2008 Festival in the Park at Freedom Park~~Charlotte, North Carolina
Sept 13, 2008 Blues, Brews & BBQ-Charlotte's Shout Celebration"~~Charlotte, NC (Solo/Duo Performance Jake & JohnHaldenwang)
Aug 23, 2008 York County Summer Fest~~York, South Carolina
Aug 8, 2008 Visulite Theatre~~with Contagious Blues Band.) Charlotte, NC
July 19, 2008 Visulite Theatre~~Charlotte Blues Society “Benefit & Festival” (special guest performer with Rusty Barkley & the Part Time Blues Band.) Charlotte, North Carolina
June 15, 2008 Midtown Sundries~~Fox Radio’s Rick Ballew's, "Smokin Blues Cruise", Lake Norman, NC. (Jake Haldenwang, performance with The Tommy Castro Band)
May 17, 2008 Rock Hill Cool Fest~~Rock Hill, South Carolina
May 4, 2008 Double Door Inn~~with the Bill Miller Band Charlotte, North Carolina
Apr 19, 2008 Fort Mill Spring Rock & Blues Fest~~Fort Mill, South Carolina
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