The Jaded Lips

When The Jaded Lips hit the stage, they don’t just play music—they unleash Homegrown Rock & Soul. That’s not just their signature sound, it’s the heartbeat of the band. The powerhouse group—Mike Wertz on vocals and guitar, Hunter Karns on bass, Dave Applas on drums & Greg Larrimore on guitar—bring a fiery blend of classic and modern rock, garage grit, blues swagger, and R&B grooves to every show. Their set crackles with energy, echoing the legacy of the greats while carving out a space all their own. From opening for national acts like The Clarks, Los Lobos, Trouble No More, The Vindys and Keller Williams, to lighting up festival stages like Musikfest & the Flood City Music Festival, The Jaded Lips have built a loyal following with their raw talent and undeniable chemistry. Nominated three years in row for “Best Rock Band” by the CPMA Hall of Fame & with new singles “Loose Change” & “Trouble” mastered by Grammy winner Dave Collins, this is rock and soul the way it was meant to be heard—loud, loose, and alive.