wesleyjackson1

Pittsburgh, PA, USA

Singer-songwriter Wesley Jackson blends Motown, RnB, Pop, Funk and Hip-Hop to create an irresistibly catchy and uplifting sound. With a sense of love and respect for the artists who have come before him, Wesley is fueled by his roots – both musically and stemming from his upbringing in the Pennsylvania borough of Coraopolis. Rich textures and an in-depth love for music history flow throughout his work. Wesley’s first spark of inspiration came during the filming of the Temptations movie in his hometown, when a serendipitous meeting with the actor playing lead Temptation David Ruffin passed on the musical bug. Retro yet personal, his musical discovery and exploration growing up now feed into his present-day work. Celebrating Afrocentric musical influences whilst combining them with his personal experiences, Wesley’s work hits the heart on both a wider social level and through individual intimacy. From the mellow guitar riffs of Couch Potato to the more lo-fi hip-hop inspire