Daniel Champagne
The young Australian virtuoso recently described as “the finest guitar player of this generation” has been selling out shows all over the globe and will be bringing his dynamite live show back to US audiences this September!
BIOGRAPHY
Growing up in the Bega Valley on the Far South Coast of New South Wales, Australia the story goes that the young singer-songwriter and one of a kind guitar virtuoso first picked up his instrument of choice as a 5-year-old following in the footsteps of a musical father. He began writing songs at 12, training classically throughout his teens and performing wherever he could, honing his craft and developing the dynamic live show that he is renowned for today. At 18 he finished school, turned professional and hit the road without looking back.
The following 15 years have seen him independently release 7 studio albums, tour relentlessly around the globe, play some of the biggest festivals under the sun and share stages with the likes of Tommy Emmanuel, INXS, John Butler, Lucinda Williams, Ani DiFranco, Judy Collins and Rodrigo y Gabriela.
He has been described as “the finest guitar player of this generation”, “a leading light in acoustic music” and “a performer that must be seen to be believed” and in September 2024 he will be back touring across the United States!
WHAT THE PRESS SAY..
“The word Prodigy seems to entirely fall short of this soft-spoken young man’s skills, he coaxes sounds and melodies out of his instrument that literally drop jaws.” The Calgary Herald, CANADA
“Today I saw the future of Folk – Festival goers flocking in the thousands towards the main stage to witness a young musical phenomenon from Australia dish out an absolute show-stopper.” The Firefly Column, USA
“Daniel Champagne is at a crossroads. Fusing the strong traditions of Blues, Folk and other roots art with pop showmanship and admirable lyrical ability. I firmly believe that he will become an ambassador for roots music in a time where it desperately needs representation.” The Indie Blender, CANADA
“reinventing roots guitar” Rhythms Magazine, AUSTRALIA
“Watching Daniel Champagne perform is a once in a lifetime experience. He is a true prodigy that plays like no one else could possibly play unless they spent at least two lifetimes studying the art.” BW Review, NEW ZEALAND
“Daniel Champagne exudes a natural ease on stage, as he sings poignant lyrics and beautifully crafted melodies that invariably whisk the heart up with grand romanticism. Coupled with an exhilarating guitar talent that transcends mere acoustic playing to replicate a whole band, Champagne is just magical” Themusic.com.au, AUSTRALIA
"You feel as if he just invented the instrument yesterday and was discovering its possibilities afresh” Ted Gioia (American jazz critic and music historian)
Jason Patrick Meyers
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*2023 Best Male Vocalist and Best Singer/Songwriter Cleveland Scene Nominee
*Winner- 2020 Cleveland Scene Best Singer/Songwriter award
With his gritty vocals and acoustic guitar stylings, Jason Patrick Meyers connects to his listeners with a well-crafted lyrical adventure of honesty lurking in every song. A 27-year veteran of the Cleveland Ohio music scene, Jason spends his days as Program Coordinator in the Music Therapy Department at University Hospitals and his nights performing at venues across the region. He has shared the stage with such acts as Leon Russell, Bret Michaels, Welshly Arms, Will Hoge, Cross Canadian Ragweed, The Gaslight Anthem, Saving Jane, Marcy Playground, Seven Mary Three, and many others.
Jason has performed for dignitaries including Governors, Congressmen, and the United States Ambassador to Ireland. He has performed at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, The House of Blues and the Huntington Cleveland Convention Center. Jason can also be heard spinning the bands and musicians from Northeast Ohio every Monday and Saturday night as host of NEORocks on WJCU 88.7 FM. As an active member of the Cleveland music scene, Jason works as Music Liaison for Brite Winter Festival. He also donates performances to non-profit causes and events throughout the year.