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BOOK THE JT HAYDEN BAND

High-energy Southern Rock for clubs, festivals, fairs, casinos & private events

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BAND BIOGRAPHY

Proudly signed with Spectra Music Group, JT Hayden Band stands as an award-winning beacon of southern rock music. This dynamic ensemble enraptures audiences nationwide with their authentic fusion of southern rock and country, injecting a fresh and exhilarating vibe into the timeless genre.

The band was recently filmed and will star in the upcoming TV show "Best Bands America" set to air soon on Hulu and is the proud recipients of the prestigious 2024 & 2025 Toledo City Paper's "Best of Toledo" Awards for Best Original Band.

Originally formed by JT in 2019, the band has grown to the lineup it is today.

These band members include JT Hayden (lead vocals/rhythm & lead guitar),

John McAfee (harmony vocals/rhythm & lead guitar),

Tim Currier (drums/percussion), Danny Whitehead (bass guitar/ harmony vocals) &

Gary Wagner (piano/organ).

JT Hayden

John McAfee

Tim Currier

Danny Whitehead

Gary Wagner

Promotional Photos

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Music

Long Way Back to Memphis Final Master (MP3)JT Hayden Band

00:00 / 04:20

Ain't Dead YetJT Hayden Band

00:00 / 04:22

Big Time Country StarJT Hayden Band

00:00 / 03:52

Lonesome RoadJT Hayden Band

00:00 / 04:47

Rebel On The RunJT Hayden Band

00:00 / 04:14

CarolineJT Hayden Band

00:00 / 03:53

Dancing In The MoonlightJT Hayden Band

00:00 / 04:15

Like Bonnie & ClydeJT Hayden Band

00:00 / 03:37

Latest Release: "Long Way Back To Memphis"

Available on all platform links below

Alone InsideJT Hayden Band

00:00 / 03:50

Show Dates

06/06/26 Buckeye Acres Campground Clyde, OH 8pm
06/12/26 Cherry Festival Whitehouse, OH 7pm
06/13/26 Sunset Bar & Grill on Lake Erie Curtice, OH 7:30pm
06/27/26 Green Vally Campground Morenci, MI 7pm
07/03/26 Sportsman Bar Toledo, OH 8pm
07/04/26 Hollywood Casino Toledo, OH 8pm
07/11/26 Ottawa River Yacht Club Toledo, OH 7:30pm
07/18/26 Hy-Flash Bar Oregon, OH 8pm
07/25/26 Rivers Edge Campground Pioneer, OH
08/07/26 Sportsman Bar Toledo, OH 8pm
08/08/26 Kickstand Saloon Toledo, OH 9pm
08/13/26 Wauseon American Legon Wauseon, OH 7pm
08/14/26 Danny's Cafe Rossford, OH 7pm
08/15/26 Findley Moose Lodge Findley, OH 8pm
08/21/26 Private Party 7pm
08/22/26 Sneaky Pete's Bar & Grill Toledo, OH 9pm
08/23/26 The Sand Bar La Salle, MI 5pm
08/28/26 Sandusky County Fair Fremont, OH 7:30pm

Official Music Videos

Recent Live Performances

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Live performance at Jeff Lambs Man Cave

Like Bonnie & Clyde

Live performance at Outpost Tavern

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Press & Praise

"The JT Hayden Band masterfully blends its influences into a seamless and energizing experience that not only respects its roots but plants new seeds for the genre's evolution."

Michael Scanlon