I am a singer-songwriter and guitarist based in Charlotte, NC. I specialize in soft, gentle and romantic music for weddings, private parties, and other intimate settings. I have a 100+ song list consisting of love songs, ballads, and folk tunes ranging from the 50s to now as well as many originals. Specific song requests are also negotiable. I'm looking forward to talking with you about your event and specific needs!
From the moment I first heard Jackson's demo when he inquired about a gig at Madison Perk Coffee Bar, I knew I was hearing something special. He was such an anomaly as a young artist bringing freshness and heart to classic folk tunes. He breathes new life into these classic covers and he's also a top-notch songwriter with incredible original tunes. Do yourself a favor and get some Jackson Harden in your life.
Jackson did an amazing job of mesmerizing the crowd with his dreamy ethereal music. He transported us to otherworldly places, bringing us on a phenomenal journey that I’ll never forget.
Jackson performed at our vow-renewal ceremony and he was the highlight of the day! Everyone enjoyed his music - from the selection of songs to his execution of covers and originals to his overall sound. We highly recommend him for any event that you want to take to the next level. We will definitely be calling him for our next event!
Louis & Karen B.
Jackson responded to my initial inquiry that he thought he’d be a good match for my daughter’s musical preferences, and he most definitely was! Jackson is extremely talented, and our guests made many positive connects about his performance at our party. He even learned two new songs to accommodate my daughter and her voice teacher, who each wanted to sing a special song with him to commemorate her high school graduation. He has a great voice and plays the guitar beautifully. Jackson is also very nice, consistently responsive, and easy to work with. Highly recommend!
Response from Jackson Harden:
Thank you again Diane for having me and for the kind words! It was a joy to accompany her and her voice teacher. All the best!
Jackson played guitar at my wedding and it was amazing! If there is anything to put your money towards I would highly suggest it being live music! He performed “yours” by Russell Dickerson as I walked down the isle with my dad and he made the day/moment so sentimental and I’ll never forget it! He was kind and assertive and really paid attention to when the music needed to be louder or softer depending on what was happening throughout the whole wedding day!
Price Range: $100 and up
Gig Length: 10 - 180 minutes
Languages: English
I am fairly flexible and can tailor to your specific needs and requests. I typically play more relaxing acoustic guitar with gentle vocals but can play more upbeat and energetic alternative/rock as well. I can play long sets for weddings/parties/etc or play a single song for engagements or as you walk down the aisle. I can also just play instrumental fingerstyle guitar in the background. I am open to learning a specific song or two at your request with sufficient notice beforehand.
I am a 27 year old, Utah native currently based in Charlotte, NC. I have been singing, writing songs, and playing the guitar for 19 years and have performed solo and in a handful of bands throughout my life. I received my bachelor's degree in music in 2019 from Snow College and I am a Breedlove Guitar sponsored artist.
I can provide my own 2 channel 600W PA system, microphone, mic stand, cables, extension cord, etc. All I need is an electrical outlet within 50 feet of me. I can also easily plug in to any in house system. My setup is fairly simple and I typically only require a direct acoustic guitar input and a quality microphone.
| June 01, 2024 • 12:00pm - 3:00pm | Personal Occasion |
| April 25, 2024 • 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Dinner Party |
Angel Olsen - Some Things Cosmic
Angel Olsen - Endless Road
Arctic Monkeys - Love is a Laserquest
Arctic Monkeys - No. 1 Party Anthem
Arctic Monkeys - Only Ones Who Know
Alex Turner - Hiding Tonight
Audrey Hepburn - Moon River
The Avett Brothers - No Hard Feelings
The Avett Brothers - Ballad of Love and Hate
The Beatles - Yesterday
The Beatles - Across the Universe
The Beatles - Cry Baby Cry
The Beatles - In My Life
The Beatles - Dear Prudence
The Beatles - I Will
Big Star - Thirteen
Blaze Foley - Clay Pigeons
Bob Dylan - The Times They Are A-Changin'
Bob Dylan - Girl From The North Country
Bob Dylan - Blowin' in the Wind
Bob Dylan - Don't Think Twice, It's Alright
Bob Dylan - Boots of Spanish Leather
Bob Dylan - Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues
Bob Dylan - Knockin' On Heaven's Door
Bob Dylan - She Belongs To Me
Bob Dylan - Walkin' Down the Line
Bob Dylan - Mama You've Been On My Mind
Bob Dylan - Desolation Row
Bob Dylan - Mr. Tambourine Man
Bob Dylan/The Byrds - You Ain't Goin' Nowhere
Bo Burnham - That Funny Feeling
Buddy Holly - Everyday
boygenius - Ketchum, ID
Counting Crows - Accidentally In Love
Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young - Our House
Cut Worms - Song of the Highest Tower
Death Cab For Cutie - I Will Follow You Into the Dark
Don Gibson - Heartbreak Avenue
Don Gibson - Oh, Such A Stranger
The Eagles - Peaceful Easy Feeling
Eddy Arnold/Patsy Cline - Wayward Wind
Elizabeth Cotten - Freight Train
Elliott Smith - Ballad of Big Nothing
Elliott Smith - The Biggest Lie
Elliott Smith - Between the Bars
Elliott Smith - Twilight
Elliott Smith - Clementine
Elliott Smith - Say Yes
Elliott Smith - Everything Reminds Me of Her
Elvis Presley - Can't Help Falling In Love
Elvis Presley - Loving You
The Everly Brothers - All I Have To Do Is Dream
The Everly Brothers - Bye Bye Love
The Everly Brothers - Christmas Eve Can Kill You
Fairport Convention - Who Knows Where the Time Goes?
Fionn Regan - 67 Blackout
Green Day - Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)
Green Day - Waiting
Hank Williams - I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry
Hank Williams - Ramblin' Man
James Taylor - Carolina In My Mind
James Taylor - Sweet Baby James
Jim Croce - Operator (That's Not the Way It Feels)
Jimmy Buffet - Pirate Looks at 40
John Conlee - Cars
John Denver - Take Me Home, Country Roads
John Denver - Leavin' on a Jet Plane
John Prine - Christmas In Prison
Johnny Cash - Remember Me
Joni Mitchell - Both Sides Now
Leonard Cohen/Jeff Buckley - Hallelujah
Lucinda Williams - Drunken Angel
Mama Cass - Make Your Own Kind Of Music
Marty Robbins - The Red Hills of Utah
Mazzy Star - Fade Into You
Mitski - My Love Mine All Mine
my bloody valentine - When You Sleep
Neil Young - Unknown Legend
Nirvana - Something in the Way
Noah Kahan - Stick Season
Paul Baribeau - Christmas Lights
Phoebe Bridgers - Scott Street
Phoebe Bridgers - Kyoto
Richard Hawley - (Wading Through) The Waters Of My Time
Ricky Nelson - Lonesome Town
Ricky Nelson & Dean Martin - My Rifle, My Pony and Me
Sierra Ferrell - Bells of Every Chapel
Simon & Garfunkel - The Only Living Boy in New York
Simon & Garfunkel - 59th Street Bridge Song
Skeeter Davis - The End of the World
Smashing Pumpkins - 1979
The Smiths - Ask
Stevie Wonder - Someday At Christmas
Sufjan Stevens - Casimir Pulaski Day
Tom Petty - Free Fallin'
Townes Van Zandt - In the Morning
Townes Van Zandt - Fare Thee Well, Miss Carousel
Traditional - The Water Is Wide
Traditional - Wild Mountain Thyme
Weezer - Island in the Sun
The White Stripes - We're Going To Be Friends
Wilco - Country Song Upside-down
Wilco - Jesus, Etc.
30+ original songs
*this list is constantly growing and may not be completely up to date
*I am open to learning a specific song for your event at your request
Bob Dylan, Nick Drake, Elliott Smith, Phoebe Bridgers, Arctic Monkeys, The Beatles
I can bring my own 2 channel 600W PA system. All I need is a place to play and a standard electrical outlet.
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