My music is feeling driven! Whether it be in the message of the song, or in the sound of a string's soulful bend, feeling is being poured out! Growing up, I was exposed to "live" music at an early age, and it's not hard to see how much that has influenced my constantly evolving style. I'm mostly influenced by soulful Artists and Bands that aren't afraid to improv. Such as: Jerry Garcia (GD), Ben Harper, John Bell (WSP), Neil Young, Eddie Vedder, Warren Haynes, Greg Allman, Todd Park Mohr (BHT), and The Dave Mathews Band! Having a true passion for live performance, I take great pride in my shows! I'm always incorporating new improvisation, transitions, and song selections to assure that no two shows are ever played the same! Currently, I just finished recording a brand new full length album, right here in Nashville, TN. Though some of my music can be dark, as real life is sometimes, I always count on positivity to prevail!! I've never been more excited about this than now!! I thank God for blessing me with great friends and family to make this whole project possible!!! I'm reminded everyday, what little is possible with my own strength. That's why my new CD entitled "Thank Your Friends" (due to be released later this year) is dedicated to my friends, family, and The One Above! Thanks for believing in ME!! If I can give back to people, with my music, even a fraction of the joy that music has given me, than I'm doing my job well!!! See you out there, Jake Dean