Bio
J.R. Ward is an independent country singer/songwriter originally from Chattanooga, TN who currently resides in Townsend, TN. Drawing influences from artists such as Waylon Jennings, Gary Allan, and Jamey Johnson, J.R. writes and sings songs that show elements of another time with a fresh new sound all of his own. J.R. has toured throughout the Southeast and continues to win over crowds with his soulful authentic approach to his performances and songwriting.
One of the biggest influences early on in J.R.'s career was playing for people in assisted living and nursing homes. "You really find out what's important when you play music for people who are at the end of their life. It reminds me to do what I love, and that's creating memories with music."
J.R. has both headlined venues and played support for national touring acts such as The Steel Woods, Ward Davis, Ray Scott, Wade Bowen, Dillon Carmichael, Josh Ward, Alex Williams and Sam Riggs. J.R. has released an EP and 4 singles independently. He has co-written with hit songwriter Kendell Marvel a song called "If This Place Shuts Down." A Song inspired by all of the music venues and bars that were forced to close their doors forever during the pandemic. He recently released a song co-written with his wife Jennifer Henszey “I'm Always Home.” A new album is in the works for a summer 2024 release.
