Raised in Iowa and based out of the American Riviera in Southern California, Jared Nels is a bluegrass and soul driven songwriter known for his innovative style of yodeling that was featured on American Idol season 18 and has taken audiences by surprise. His lifetime of immersion in a diverse array of music has cultivated a unique sound forged from several genres and life experience. Jared’s music is just as melodic and dynamic as it is thought provoking - his deep lyrics explore the world from an introspective outlook, and can often be interpreted subjectively. Jared doesn’t hide his personal thoughts or intimate feelings in his music as he simultaneously displays his high energy and upbeat passion for life in the way he demands the stage. From foot stomping bluegrass, lofi eccentric blues tones, country western yodeling ballads, thought provoking anthems, and face melting guitar solos, Jared Nels is an artist you'll want to see live!