Producer: Jack Criddle

Jackson Whalan is a lyricist and producer who creates eclectic hip-hop with a modern flair to invoke positive social change. He started rapping and making beats at age 11 when he discovered that the power of hip-hop gave him unstoppable purpose. In 2008, at age 17, he performed at United Nations Headquarters and again in 2013 to support the International Day of Peace. In addition to consistently releasing his own music and videos, Jackson also produces and engineers in recording studios for other artists. His music has been featured in film and television and he has toured throughout the United States, most recently as direct support for Moon Hooch. Whalan has an extensive catalog of original and collaborative albums, EPs and singles, and he has worked and performed alongside a diverse spectrum of artists, including Talib Kweli, The Arcitype, Mr. Lif, Dave Eggar, Myka 9, Esseks, Space Jesus, Jade Cicada, Honeycomb and countless others. Jackson is known for his freestyle rapping at shows and is widely recognized for his comical side, expressed in his S.N.A.G. (Sensitive New Age Guy) music video. A graduate of The New School in New York City, Jackson now resides in the Berkshires in western Massachusetts. He is currently focusing on his live band project in order to transform his live performance into an unforgettable experience for listeners near and far. More info at https://www.jacksonwhalan.com/

Producer

Jack Criddle

Series

Musical Showcase

Category

Studio Shows & Interviews

Jackson Whalan is a lyricist and producer who creates eclectic hip-hop with a modern flair to invoke positive social change. He started rapping and making beats at age 11 when he discovered that the power of hip-hop gave him unstoppable purpose. In 2008, at age 17, he performed at United Nations Headquarters and again in 2013 to support the International Day of Peace. In addition to consistently releasing his own music and videos, Jackson also produces and engineers in recording studios for other artists. His music has been featured in film and television and he has toured throughout the United States, most recently as direct support for Moon Hooch. Whalan has an extensive catalog of original and collaborative albums, EPs and singles, and he has worked and performed alongside a diverse spectrum of artists, including Talib Kweli, The Arcitype, Mr. Lif, Dave Eggar, Myka 9, Esseks, Space Jesus, Jade Cicada, Honeycomb and countless others. Jackson is known for his freestyle rapping at shows and is widely recognized for his comical side, expressed in his S.N.A.G. (Sensitive New Age Guy) music video. A graduate of The New School in New York City, Jackson now resides in the Berkshires in western Massachusetts. He is currently focusing on his live band project in order to transform his live performance into an unforgettable experience for listeners near and far. More info at https://www.jacksonwhalan.com/

Producer

Jack Criddle

Series

Musical Showcase

Category

Studio Shows & Interviews

Jackson Whalan is a lyricist and producer who creates eclectic hip-hop with a modern flair to invoke positive social change. He started rapping and making beats at age 11 when he discovered that the power of hip-hop gave him unstoppable purpose. In 2008, at age 17, he performed at United Nations Headquarters and again in 2013 to support the International Day of Peace. In addition to consistently releasing his own music and videos, Jackson also produces and engineers in recording studios for other artists. His music has been featured in film and television and he has toured throughout the United States, most recently as direct support for Moon Hooch. Whalan has an extensive catalog of original and collaborative albums, EPs and singles, and he has worked and performed alongside a diverse spectrum of artists, including Talib Kweli, The Arcitype, Mr. Lif, Dave Eggar, Myka 9, Esseks, Space Jesus, Jade Cicada, Honeycomb and countless others. Jackson is known for his freestyle rapping at shows and is widely recognized for his comical side, expressed in his S.N.A.G. (Sensitive New Age Guy) music video. A graduate of The New School in New York City, Jackson now resides in the Berkshires in western Massachusetts. He is currently focusing on his live band project in order to transform his live performance into an unforgettable experience for listeners near and far. More info at https://www.jacksonwhalan.com/

Producer

Jack Criddle

Series

Musical Showcase

Category

Studio Shows & Interviews

Darling Valley is a quartet of two married couples making music from the comfort of their homes in Upstate NY. Sometimes the songs are folky, sometimes they're louder. They released their full-length album CROOKED ORCHARDS in 2016, then half the band had a baby. A new collection of songs called WATCH THE WORLD GO BY is coming on June 23, 2017, then the other half of the band is having a baby. Carrying on their elegant, powerful, folky sound, the new five-song EP was recorded in band member TJ Foster’s home studio. (“Yes, there are probably baby noises in the background of at least one of the tracks,” quips guitarist Jordan Stewart.) DV’s beautiful harmonies, driving beat and poignant lyrics touch on love being both difficult and amazing, and trying to appreciate the good things: “Is there light among the dark? / Is there a fire in your heart? / 'Cus I can't refrain from the chase even though it's harder every day / I'm not as young as I once was / And I struggle to accept I need to change,” the band sings on the EP's title track. “I like that this EP has a lot of contrasts in it,” says Stewart. “It has some of our quietest songs (“Love Is Kind”) and some of our loudest (“I Want To Live…”) - some of our happiest moments (“Journey”) to some of the darkest (“Holy Water”). The title track acts as the middle ground between all of that, a commentary on feeling disconnected from the world, but still trying to appreciate that there is always time for change.” WATCH THE WORLD GO BY is available now on Bandcamp, Spotify, Apple Music and all other digital distributors via Sounds & Tones Records. You can also find their debut full-length CROOKED ORCHARDS on those same outlets. For more information and booking, visit www.darlingvalleyband.com.

Producer

Jack Criddle

Series

Musical Showcase

Category

Studio Shows & Interviews

Whiskey City is a high-energy country rock band consisting of professionally experienced musicians from Berkshire County, MA. These musicians have been blessed with the opportunities to tour nationally and share the stage with legends like Eric Church, Brett Eldredge, Thompson Square, James Wesley, Dustin Lynch, Willie Nelson, Pete Seeger, Arlo Guthrie, Little Feat, Foghat & The Outlaws and many more. Started in March of 2010, they have had great success locally. Voted Best Live Band in the Berkshires the last 4 years, by the Berkshire Eagle readers Poll. And Best live band 2015 in The Berkshire Record. They are always looking to widen the fun to new areas as well! "There was an innate sense from these 6 guys & one gal being able to musically feed off each other from the get-go! They bring a pro-quality show every time they perform, with plenty of heel-stompin and Yee-Haws". The crowds pick up on Whiskey City’s energy and happily saddle up with them for the ride. They released their first CD “Concrete Rodeo”, which has garnered great reviews and extensive airplay in Western Massachusetts. They also recorded and produced a special DVD of their performance and experience playing at CountryFest 2012, Albany NY. Currently at work writing and recording their new CD. Combine Whiskey City’s exciting stage show, original material and hundreds of cover songs, you got a no-fail way to make a crowd get up and stay on the dance floor all night long.

Producer

Jack Criddle

Series

Musical Showcase

Category

Studio Shows & Interviews