Experience the electrifying energy of “Call Me” in this live studio performance. Filmed in a raw, intimate setting, this session captures Jake Nielsen’s signature blend of blues, funk, and reggae — showcasing the power, precision, and passion that have defined his journey as a groundbreaking guitarist and performer with cerebral palsy.
Inspirational Singer/Guitarist Jake Nielsen is a blend Blues/Rock/Reggae Group from Santa Cruz CA. Jake has headlined International Festivals and has toured thousends of miles.His Group "Jake Nielsen" has seen a couple Read more
Inspirational Singer/Guitarist Jake Nielsen is a blend Blues/Rock/Reggae Group from Santa Cruz CA. Jake has headlined International Festivals and has toured thousends of miles.His Group "Jake Nielsen" has seen a couple variations of great players but has always had his drummer Kyle "salty" Talty. Jake has shared the stage and opened for such acts as Dirty Heads, The Expendables, Ballyhoo,
Despite having been born with cerebral palsey witch prohibits the use of his legs, that hasn't stopped him from becoming one of the most talented and in-demand guitarists in Northern California. - SanJose.com
Triple Threat is a little bit Stevie, a little bit Sublime. He has a new record and will be at Whiskey Dick's on Saturday. He's a great guy who puts on a great show - Tim Parsons, Tahoe Onstage
After watching Nielsen perform once, it becomes evident he’s not just another novelty act: The 26-year-old plays with the intensity of Alvin Lee, the clarity of B.B. King and the originality of Jimmy Page - Monterey County Weekly
A young guy coming up, with all the old timers that have been doing it a while—people are like, ‘what does this kid know about the blues?’” Nielsen says. “Once I get on stage, I just feel it—and it comes out, and people look at me a little differently afterward. - Santa Cruz Good Times
From riding in rodeos to forming bands, he has been a wunderkind, who now is spreading his blues work throughout California - Marina Times
These days playing guitar with his crutches serves as one element which enables Nielsen to standout from other local acts. - Zachary Fennell
Now he’s a one-man triple threat. He’s an accomplished guitarist, singer and songwriter Tahoe Onstage
