BIO
Nate Jones is a GRAMMY ballot recording artist, singer-songwriter, and performer from Rhode Island. He is the founder and organizer/producer of GardenFest and other conscious festivals, retreats, and community gatherings around the country.
Channeling his own unique blend of medicine music and classic rock, Nate captivates audiences with his dynamic performances and transforms any event into a healing and uplifting experience. His soulful, high-energy sets feature guitar, vocals, harmonica, Native American flute, shruti box, and live looping. Whether at a festival or intimate gathering, Nate’s presence guides audiences toward positivity, connection, and inner reflection.
Nate is also the author of Amazon #1 bestseller Permission to Create, a collection of songs, stories, lyrics, and insights into the creative process and spiritual growth. He also leads art and music retreats across New England, fostering conscious community through creative expression. He is passionate about music therapy, and regularly performs at nursing homes to bring joy to our forgotten community elders.
His debut single, Safe As We Can, earned two spots on the official 2019 GRAMMY Awards Ballot for Best Rock Song and Best Rock Performance. Since then, Nate has graced stages worldwide, performing at conscious festivals such as Envision, High Vibe Fest, Pyro, and Maine Fungi Fest. He has shared the stage with award winning artists including Porangui, Paul Izak, Tubby Love, John De Kadt, Murray Kyle, Sierra Marin, and many more. His music continues to resonate with those seeking soulful, transformative experiences.
~Nate