Dave Jackson
Rhythm & News Music Director | HostDave Jackson curates the music on JPR's Rhythm and News Service, manages music staff and hosts Open Air, JPR's hand-picked house blend of music, JPR Live Sessions and Open Air Amplified. The exploration of music has been one of his lifelong passions.
Dave came to JPR as a volunteer in 2011 after responding to a JPR Facebook post. He credits the depth and variety of music played on JPR with developing his musical tastes for most of the last 20 years.
In his spare time, Dave sings and plays guitar in various local projects. He and his wife Kirsten live in Central Point and enjoy many of the outdoor activities our region has to offer, including rafting, camping and skiing.
“Without music to decorate it, time is just a bunch of boring production deadlines or dates by which bills must be paid.” - Frank Zappa
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Each year, NPR Music's Tiny Desk Contest attracts entries from all across the country and across genres. We're highlighting a few entries from Southern Oregon and Northern California that stood out. -
The dynamic singer/songwriter is touring on his debut release -For The First Time, Again. He joined ahead of his show at the Holly Theatre is support of St. Paul & the Broken Bones. -
On Future Soul, Tedeschi Trucks Band trades epic jams for tight concise tunes that span the blues and Americana spectrum. -
Known for using live-looping as a "one-woman band," Victoria Cardona is backed by a full band on her debut "Que Paso." -
Cecilia Duarte - a Grammy-winning mezzo soprano returned to Ashland with her trio, to perform at the SOU Music Recital Hall. -
In a career spent thumbing his nose at Nashville, Mutiny After Midnight, is another bold departure from mainstream country. -
For Women's History Month, we're highlighting female artists from the past and the newer artists they've inspired. -
Calling himself a disciple of JTE, Sammy Brue dedicated The Journals to the late singer/songwriter's widow, Jenn Marie Earle, and their daughter Etta Earle. -
On "My World is the Sun," Dominique Fils-Aimé explores her own truth via a mix of jazz, soul, and blues. -
The emerging singer/songwriter Tyler Ballgame just released his debut – For The First Time, Again. It’s steeped in classic rock sounds, giving a platform to Ballgame’s honest and thoughtful songwriting, and his dynamic voice that’s drawn comparisons to Roy Orbison. -
The self-proclaimed Minister of the Church of Better Daze, dives into philosophy and life lessons on his new album. -
The emerging singer/songwriter Tyler Ballgame just released his debut – For The First Time, Again. It’s steeped in classic rock sounds, giving a platform to Ballgame’s honest and thoughtful songwriting, and dynamic voice that’s drawn comparisons to Roy Orbison.
