Music Heals
Singer • Songwriter • Guitarist • Bassist • Audio Engineer • Producer
Hello!
My name is Jackson Gillies, I’ve been a performing musician for almost 20 years. Great filled my ears for as long I’ve had them - my parents were avid concert goers; my Dad has an encyclopedic brain for music and my Mom is a truly gifted piano player and songwriter.
I got my start performing in school plays and local theater before discovering a passion for guitar and songwriting at 14. Over the past 13 years, I’ve built a career as a full-time musician, performing hundreds of live shows.
Along the way, I’ve shared the stage with artists like Kenny Loggins and Michael McDonald, delivered a TEDx talk at 19 about living with H.S., and placed in the Top 60 on Season 2 of American Idol.
Thanks for visiting! To see my upcoming shows or to get in touch about booking/working with me, scroll down to the contact form.
Audio Engineering & Production
I have been recording, producing, mixing and mastering songs for over 10 years. In 2019, I received my certificate of learning for audio engineering from the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance in London, and have worked with dozens of artists to help bring their music vision to life. From full song production, to mixing, to just recording individual instruments.
My studio features high-end gear including Universal Audio preamps and a wide range of instruments ready for your session—full drum kit, acoustic and electric guitars, basses, piano, mandolin, banjo, lap steel, and more.
Check out my past work below and feel free to contact me with any inquries!
Upcoming Shows
Ventura Dead Night
FfWinchesters Grill
Thurs April 16
6:00 - 10:00
Jackson will be playing bass for the weekly Dead night at Winchesters in Ventura. Come boogie for a free show!
Jaden Lehman & Friends
Townhouse Venice
April 29 - 8:00PM
Jackson will be playing guitar and singing for Jaden's show in LA featuring originals from his upcoming album "Roots," and old favorites.
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The Bellotti Brothers
The Venice West
Saturday May 2nd
12:00PM - 3:00PM
Jackson will be playing bass and singing with the incredibly talented young Bellotti Brothers alongside Duffy on drums and Mike Russeck on keys. Free show!
FfThe Crowne Plaza - Ventura
Friday May 29 - 12:00PM
Jax Plays Dead will kick off this incredible festival with a stacked double drumming band. Following him on the day are Lebo and Stu Allen.
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El Capitan Resort
June 6 - 3:00 - 7:00
Jackson is stoked to return to El Cap with his full band to play originals and classics at this beautiful outdoor venue.
Rincon Mtn Winery
Rincon Mountain Winery
Saturday June 13
6:00PM- 8:00PM
The Jackson Gillies Trio will play at this stunning venue for a 2 hour set- tickets will be limited and available soon!
The Santa Barbara Zoo
June 10
Jackson plays bass and sings with Ladyfinger- a Grateful Dead/JGB cover band. We are stoked to be at the SB Zoo s