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Jesse Welles and Hudson Freeman

Oct 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM  ·   · $77 The Salt Shed, Chicago, IL The Salt Shed, Chicago, IL Tickets from $77

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Jesse Welles, born in Ozark, Arkansas, is an American singer-songwriter known for his rock and folk music. After early bands, he gained prominence in 2024 for his impactful folk protest songs addressing current events, resonating widely on social media. A prolific artist, he released multiple albums in 2024-2025 and received four Grammy nominations in 2026. He is currently touring.
Hudson Freeman, a Brooklyn-based indie-folk artist, originated from Dallas, Texas, and lived in Eswatini. Known for resonant, reflective songs, he blends indie-rock, alternative, and lo-fi folk, exploring modern identity and faith. His album "is a Folk Artist" and popular song "If You Know Me" gained wide attention. He has collaborated with Ephraim McFarland and The Bedroomer.

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Don't miss the Jesse Welles concert in Chicago at The Salt Shed on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 7:00 PM, with Hudson Freeman. Tickets are on sale now!

Jesse Welles and the Tradition of Traveling Troubadours

Jesse Welles unassumingly upholds and continues the tradition of traveling troubadours, relaying the news, putting pain into words, and healing with a little humor. Fearless, he reports from the frontlines of a divided country on the brink, addressing inequalities and injustices, cutting through all bullshit and driving directly to the source of the matter. His songs leave the same mark in front of a sold-out club as they do under the unbiased eye of a smartphone camera as he strums his guitar alone in the wilderness of Arkansas. Following tens of millions of streams and a groundswell of acclaim from Rolling Stone, the New York Times, and more, the singer, songwriter, and guitar player cuts deep on his 2025 full-length album Middle. "Breathe to write, write to breathe," he says. "Humans are meant to create, so I'm gonna create music and keep releasing it constantly."

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"Breathe to write, write to breathe," he says. "Humans are meant to create, so I'm gonna create music and keep releasing it constantly."

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There is a delivery delay on all orders until approximately one week prior to the show. This show will be taking place inside the Shed.

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