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Bio

Jake McKelvie has traveled the DIY touring circuit in the US and UK for over a decade, carving out a niche for himself as a songwriter and performer. Known for his off-kilter and whimsical "stream of self-consciousness" lyricism and charming stage demeanor, he keeps audiences engaged both as a solo performer or with his newly minted backing band, “the New Old Band". He released his latest LP "A New Kind of Hat" in 2024 and has been touring in support of that since.

Past Press

“If you like a literate singer-songwriter with a witty turn of phrase then Jake is your man.” Americana UK
“McKelvie has carved himself a niche as a songwriter, combining a rapid delivery with stream-of-self-consciousness writing in a manner so singular that it is never in question whose songs are being played.” Impose
“McKelvie very clearly knows how to write a pop song and has decided to fill his with all sorts of unexpected magic.” Independent Clauses
“...It just slyly worms its way into your brain.” No Depression
“Probably the most refreshing CD I've heard in the last ten years.” The Noise - Boston