Carl Jackson solo
With the release of “White Collar Hippie “, Carl has a second album of new material, furthering his brand in the musical universe. His prior and current “claim to fame” is having a most extensive variety of cover songs to touch the soul of the listener. That repertoire joins with his two CD’s for his own flavor of originality for the future. Inviting all to enjoy a musical ride!
jackson/dawson
Duo with Naomi Dawson who has played violin in Texas, Arizona, and Oregon in country, folk and symphonies. She plays fiddle on country/bluegrass and violin on Celtic and their bluesy folk/rock songs. A genre bending show.
Carl Jackson with Wild Spirits
Carls Vintage telecaster gets a great workout with the Wild Spirits. They blend the showmanship of Abba, the country twang of Little Big Town and the individual musicianship of Fleetwood Mac. Playing historically great classics, hot picking and close harmonies at festivals, street dances and night clubs is their passion. They are always a summer party favorite.
History
Carl has been a lifelong musician. He made the finals of the ‘Ted Mack Talent Search’ in 1968. It was the ‘American Idol’ of its time. That same year, he played and sang on television at eleven years old.
His musical journey joined the family band at fourteen, hosting radio shows, winning the Wisconsin State Band Championship, and playing every honky-tonk, dance hall, and large event under the sun. With the Jackson Family, he was inducted into the Central Wisconsin Music Hall of Fame in 2004.
His first solo release was “Shootin’ Out the Lights” in 2011. His solo act features originals and many popular and eclectic covers. His second album “White Collar Hippie” was released in September 2019.