Singer-Songwriter · GB · Active since 1994

Jake Bugg

Gritty, retro-leaning folk rock with a sharp working-class edge. Fast acoustic strumming and a distinctive nasal drawl for restless afternoons and long drives home.

Intro

English singer-songwriter Jake Bugg, born Jake Edwin Charles Kennedy in 1994, has built a diverse discography spanning folk, indie, and blues rock. Since his chart-topping 2012 self-titled debut on Mercury Records, he has released several projects, including the self-produced On My One and the Dan Auerbach-produced Hearts That Strain. His musical evolution continued with 2021's Saturday Night, Sunday Morning, which showcased a shift toward a more pop-oriented sound.

Our Catalog6 Albums · 2012 · 2024

A Modern Day Distraction

A Modern Day Distraction

Saturday Night Sunday Morning

Saturday Night Sunday Morning

Hearts That Strain

Hearts That Strain

On My One

Shangri La

Jake Bugg

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