Jake Wesley Rogers

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Jake Wesley Rogers
Jake Wesley Rogers
Jake Wesley Rogers
Background information
BornSpringfield, MO
GenresPop, singer-songwriter
Occupation(s)Musician, singer, songwriter
Years active2016–present
LabelsWarner, Facet
Websitewww.jakewesleyrogers.com

Jake Wesley Rogers is an American pop musician and songwriter.[1]

Early life[]

Rogers grew up in Ozark, Missouri, where he learned to play the guitar at age 6 and began playing piano and voice training at age 12.[2] Rogers began performing in theater productions in 5th grade and writing songs soon thereafter.[3] At a young age he attended formative concerts for artists like Lady Gaga and Nelly Furtado.[2] Rogers came out as gay in 6th grade, and though his family was supportive he felt he had to hide his personality due to the cultural climate in his hometown.[1][4]

Rogers moved to Nashville at age 18 to study songwriting at Belmont University.[5] In his first year Rogers' live performance attracted the interest of Sony/ATV, resulting in a publishing deal.[5][6] Rogers graduated in 2018.[3]

Career[]

2016–2020: Early career[]

Rogers began releasing music independently in 2016, leading to his debut EP Evergreen in June 2017.[7][8] After releasing his next two singles "Jacob from the Bible" and "Little Queen" in February and March 2019 respectively, Rogers released his sophomore EP Spiritual in April 2019, followed by a European tour and a performance on BBC Radio 4 that fall.[3][9][10][11]

In November 2020, Rogers was featured on the Happiest Season soundtrack executive produced by Justin Tranter, alongside a slate of other LGBTQ songwriters and artists.[12]

2021–present: Warner Records signing[]

In May 2021, it was revealed that Rogers had signed to Warner Records via Tranter's imprint Facet Records.[13][14] Rogers' manager Lucas Canzona got Tranter's attention in 2019 with an email highlighting a live performance of Rogers' single "Jacob from the Bible". Tranter brought Rogers to the attention of Warner Records CEO and co-chairman Aaron Bay-Schuck, who was "captivated" by Rogers' live performance, and the two signed Rogers in late 2020.[2] Rogers released his debut major label single "Middle of Love" alongside the announcement. The single, which was co-written with Tranter and Eren Cannata, is the first offering from Rogers' forthcoming 2021 EP.[13][8] Rogers released his next single "Momentary" in June 2020.[15] Rogers made his TV debut on October 5, 2021 on The Late Late Show with James Corden (Season 7, Episode 17), performing the song “Middle of Love”.

Discography[]

EPs[]

Title Album details
Evergreen
  • Released: June 16, 2017
  • Formats: digital download, streaming
  • Label: Self released
Spiritual
  • Released: April 5, 2019
  • Formats: digital download, streaming
  • Label: Self released

Singles[]

Title Year Album
"You Should Know" 2017 Evergreen
"Jacob From the Bible" 2019 Spiritual
"Little Queen"
"Middle of Love" 2021 Non-album singles
"Momentary"

References[]

  1. ^ a b Nicholson, Olivia (July 20, 2019). "An Interview with Nashville Pop Artist Jake Wesley Rogers & Look Into His Latest Release, 'Spiritual'". Music Mecca. Retrieved June 7, 2021.
  2. ^ a b c Daw, Stephen (May 6, 2021). "Jake Wesley Rogers Signs to Facet Records & Warner Records, Debuts Single 'Middle of Love'". Billboard. Retrieved June 7, 2021.
  3. ^ a b c Lebo, Bronte (April 3, 2019). "Jake Wesley Rogers taps into the 'Spiritual' for new EP". Belmont Vision. Retrieved June 7, 2021.
  4. ^ "Now/It's: An Interview with Jake Wesley Rogers". Now/Its: Nashville. April 4, 2019. Retrieved June 7, 2021.
  5. ^ a b Krol, Jacklyn (March 12, 2018). "EXCLUSIVE PREMIERE: Jake Wesley Rogers Debuts "Sanctuary" Music Video". Stage Right Secrets. Retrieved June 7, 2021.
  6. ^ "Best of the Best Showcase 2018". Belmont Showcase Series. Retrieved June 7, 2021.
  7. ^ Milman, Lilly (August 25, 2017). "Jake Wesley Rogers brings blue-eyed soul to The Basement on 8.28". The Deli. Retrieved June 8, 2021.
  8. ^ a b Scott, Jason (May 6, 2021). "Jake Wesley Rogers Displays Superstar Potential With Glamorous "Middle Of Love"". American Songwriter. Retrieved June 7, 2021.
  9. ^ Almeida, Nicole (March 21, 2019). "Premiere: "Little Queen" Is Jake Wesley Rodgers' Spiritual Reckoning". Atwood Magazine. Retrieved June 7, 2021.
  10. ^ "Jake Wesley Rogers: "I love pushing the limits!"". WeGotIt Nashville. Retrieved June 7, 2021.
  11. ^ "Peter James, Sophie Duker, Peter Bradshaw, Bridget Minamore, Hannah Williams & The Affirmations, Jake Wesley Rogers". BBC Radio 4. October 26, 2019. Retrieved June 7, 2021.
  12. ^ Shaffer, Claire (October 30, 2020). "Tegan and Sara Drop 'Make You Mine This Season' for Holiday Soundtrack". Rolling Stone. Retrieved June 8, 2021.
  13. ^ a b Moran, Justin (May 6, 2021). "Give Jake Wesley Rogers a Stadium". Paper. Retrieved June 8, 2021.
  14. ^ Schneider, Marc (December 12, 2018). "Warner Bros. Records Partners With Justin Tranter and Katie Vinten to Launch Facet Records". Billboard. Retrieved June 8, 2021.
  15. ^ Daw, Stephen (June 4, 2021). "First Out: New Music From Joy Oladokun, Hayley Kiyoko, King Princess & More". Billboard. Retrieved June 21, 2021.

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