Welcome to Jesse Welles World!
An archive and fan space for the music, lyrics, and story of Jesse Welles.
Latest Song, Freedom Is Free
New songs posted frequently — as best as we can keep up with Jesse’s pace.
Jesse Welles, our favorite Arkansas-born singer-songwriter known for his honest, thoughtful, and often protest-style lyrics. This site includes details on each song and release, with lyrics, annotations, and embedded demo videos for easy listening along!
Jesse Welles — DaydreamAnd even if time ain't really on my side
It's one of those days for taking a walk outside
I'm blowing the day to take a walk in the sun
And fall on my face on somebody's new-mown lawn
Red Tour 2026 Timeline
Jul 24, 2026
Birmingham – July 24, 2026
27 songs
Live debuts: War Pigs, Come As You Are, Will The Computer Love The Sunset. Rarities: Slaves, Cancer, Will The Computer Love The Sunset
Jul 26, 2026
Wilmington – July 26, 2026
33 songs
Live debuts: There’s A Hole, Don’t Tread On Me, Good Morning America. Rarities: The List, Don’t Tread On Me, Will The Computer Love The Sunset, Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door, Wheel
Aug 1, 2026
LaFayette – August 1, 2026
35 songs
Live debuts: American Dreams, Rise and Shine. Rarities: Saint Steve Irwin (Keep Movin’), Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door, American Dreams, Rise and Shine, Heart Shaped Box
Aug 14, 2026
Salt Lake City – August 14, 2026
30 songs
Rarities: Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door, It Don’t Come Easy
- Complete known discography.
- All songs with lyrics and annotations.
- Collected setlist doodles.
- Embedded demos & uploads from Jesse’s official channels and the WellesArchive all in one place.
- Band histories: Jeh-sea Welles, Dead Indian, Cosmic American, Welles, and now Jesse Welles.
- Guitar chords and tabs for songs.
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Jesse Welles' Releases
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Thursday, August 27
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Rogers – May 17, 2024
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Nashville – June 11, 2024
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Decatur – June 12, 2024
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Washington – November 14, 2024
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Chicago – November 17, 2024
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Pittsburgh – February 25, 2025
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Madison – March 3, 2025
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Lexington – March 5, 2025
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Spicewood – March 13, 2025
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Pioneertown – March 26, 2025
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San Francisco – March 29, 2025
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Fort Collins – April 5, 2025
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Berlin – May 7, 2025
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Paris – May 10, 2025
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London – May 12, 2025
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Dublin – May 14, 2025
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Melbourne – January 21, 2026
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Fremantle – January 28, 2026
Wednesday, August 26
New Song
Freedom Is Free
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New Blog Post
Jesse Featured in PBS Mary Oliver Documentary
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Jesse Welles, singular voice in folk and Americana
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Tuesday, August 25
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Monday, August 24
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Updated Album
All of Life is Piss
Updated Album
Space Camp Summer 18
Updated Show
Phoenix – March 24, 2026
Updated Album
Indian Summer
New Comment
Comment on Winnipeg Folk Festival 2026 — Winnipeg – July 10, 2026
Some live clips
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Evan
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Comment on Newport Folk Festival — Newport – July 26, 2025
And this moment when he smashed his guitar on stage with the…
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Philadelphia – June 3, 2026
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Sunday, August 23
New Song
South Of Eden
Saturday, August 22
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