Biography

J. Hartley is kicking down doors and takin’ names. The Nashville transplant has been hard at work on new music. Hartley solidifies his place as an independent singer-songwriter with tactful metaphors and strong vocal range, all while appealing to a vast audience and growing fanbase.
 
 Learning to dive passionately into all endeavors at a young age, J. Hartley grew up listening to his father’s sermons and singing in his local church choir. He transferred that work ethic and energy as he got older into his lifelong career in music. Performing across the United States to club rooms and major festivals, J. Hartley is also a staple across the Nashville music scene. He's played shows at legendary honky tonks like Alden’s and Tootsie's in addition to writers rounds including local favorite, Whiskey Jam. 
 J. Hartley reached milestones in the last few years, opening for acts such as Frankie Ballard, Chase Rice, Carly Pearce, and Craig Morgan, Maddie & Tae, and other well know National Acts. His most popular release "John Wayne" also set to hit 4 million streams on Spotify. He is poised to take on 2022 with new music, new tour dates and a new spin on the country genre that is sure to attract fans far and wide.