Jake Vaadeland to play Leader and Kindersley venues

Jake Vaadeland is a self-taught multi-instrumentalist and songwriter from Saskatchewan. His traditional sound and unique style could be defined as a blend of Bluegrass and 50s Rockabilly. He specializes in guitar and banjo, and focuses on storytelling and relatable messages in his music and performances with The Sturgeon River Boys.

Vaadeland has received multiple awards including, Roots/Folk Artist of the Year and Album of the Year at the Saskatchewan Music Awards in 2022, and Fans Choice Entertainer of the Year, Songwriter of the Year, Alternative Country Album of the Year and Emerging Artist of the Year at the Saskatchewan Country Music Awards in 2022. His album Retro Man finished at #2 in fan voting for Album of the Year at the Saskatchewan Music Awards in 2021.

Vaadeland will be performing at the Norman Ritchie Community Centre on Friday, January 19 at 7:30 PM. The event is presented by the Kindersley & District Arts Council.

The Leader & District Arts Council is hosting Vaadeland the next evening, Saturday, January 20 at the Leader Community Centre. The concert starts at 7:30 PM.