17 year old Jesse Kinch is part of a new generation of young talent who want to bring rock n’ roll back to its glory days! Jesse’s influences include: Jimi Hendrix, John Lennon, Kurt Cobain, Jim Morrison, Bruce Springsteen, Vernon Reid, Roger McGuinn, Rory Gallagher, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Bob Dylan, Tom Morello, Eddie Vedder, David Grohl and many more.
Jesse has performed in some of New York’s most famous and legendary rock venues including Kenny’s Castaways, The Cutting Room, Crash Mansion, Rock 45 Times Square, Sullivan Hall, Snitch, The Downtown and the Crazy Donkey. Jesse and his band have been opening act for the legendary band Living Colour, Lukas Rossi (Rockstar Supernova), and Ryan Star (Atlantic Records). Jesse has made appearances on Good Day NY and Channel 55 news. Jesse has had his original songs played on Q104.3 NY, WBAB 102.3 L.I. and WMJC NY. He has been a featured artist on WBAB’s website and is also getting internet airplay as a premier indie artist on Nightoutradio,org and radio365. Jesse has been ranked in the top 300 NYC indie artists by the Deli Magazine
Jesse is a rare combination of natural ability combined with a passion, spirit and energy that is evident in his original music and his live performances. Jesse picked up a guitar at age 6 and was able to tune it by ear. He demonstrated exceptional rhythm and perfect pitch. By age 7, he was able to duplicate drum solos and performances of great rock bands.
Jesse’s passion turned towards rock n’ roll; his influences became evident in his style. He performed at a New York rock club at age 7 with an all adult band backing him. At age 8, Jesse was featured on TV- News Channel 12, Long Island, and was hailed a music sensation. At 10, Jesse was invited to the Sam Ash Guitar Competition where he finished third competing with performers 2 to 3 times his age.
Jesse is currently a high school junior but he’s been busy performing and captivating audiences for years. He is now busy writing and recording his own original material. Jesse’s music and lyrics are based on themes that all generations can relate to. His classic rock influences blend with his unique style. His music is real. His performances are real. There is nothing “fake” about Jesse Kinch. What you see is what you get!
Many of Jesse’s amazing live performance videos can be seen on You Tube. These include some original material and breathtaking covers of many of rock’s greatest bands and classic hits which include; The Doors, The Beatles, Pearl Jam, Nirvana, Jimi Hendrix, Pink Floyd, Korn, Living Colour, Pantera, The Animals and John Lennon.
Jesse’s original songs are being written at a fast pace and are gaining attention from one of rock and roll’s most famous and legendary producers. Jesse’s original material deals with provocative subject matter and contemporary themes. His lyrics are stimulating and profound.
Jesse starred in the Broadway bound musical Two Tickets to Paradise. Jesse, only 15 at the time, amazingly portrayed a rock icon. He awed audiences for eight consecutive nights singing 14 songs with a raw energy and dynamic quality that left audiences star-struck. New York Newsday theatre critic, Steve Parks said, “The lead role was remarkably played by 15 year old Jesse Kinch, who could be a future rock star.”
Without question…Jesse Kinch will impact the future of rock and roll!
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