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About Me

At first glance, Rob Blackledge may seem like a typical singer/songwriter, but to dismiss him lightly would be a mistake. This talented twenty-four-year-old is not only a musical force to be reckoned with, but he's also both ambitious and personable. Although driven to succeed as an independent artist, his main goal is never to let his success get in the way of relating to people.
Originally from Mississippi, this Nashville musician and Belmont graduate has spent the last several years developing his musical prowess. His music appears to fit the mold of intelligently crafted pop songs along the lines of James Taylor and Guster, but he breaks out of the box with his driving melodies, charismatic vocals, and refreshingly jazz-influenced tunes. His songs are clever and intricate with enough soul to keep you listening to his smooth, yet powerful voice. One of Rob's most notable qualities is the ability to connect with people by writing relevant and engaging lyrics.
While in college Rob recorded his first studio album (A Step In the Dark, EP) and played shows with acclaimed independent artists such as Dave Barnes, Jon McLaughlin, Andy Davis and Matt Wertz. He has been touring a since the May 2005 and in 2006 released his second studio record, A Song Like This. From 2004 to 2005, Rob won Best Pop/Rock Performer and Best Writer in a series of competitions at Belmont University, performing showcases for over 2000 students and music business representatives. He is currently the only Belmont student to win showcases in two categories.
His shows are both energetic and intimate, genuine and entertaining; audiences will not leave disappointed. Though he can rock with the best on stage, Rob Blackledge will be the guy in a t-shirt and jeans, talking to people right up until showtime. And chances are thats exactly where he'll be afterward, too.
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Rob hit Birmingham back in October on tour and while he was there he was invited to be a part of the Workplay Theatre Weekly Podcast. Take a couple minutes, click over and listen to the interview and an acoustic in studio version of "Worth Taking."
Workplay Podcast
(Sidenote...the first couple of minutes of the podcast feature a couple other artists, skip to about 10 minutes in and you will start to hear Rob's nice little voice.)

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 2/27/2005
Band Website: robblackledge.com
Band Members: Just me...Rob.

Influences: James Taylor, Ben Folds, Guster, Stevie Wonder, Anthony Hamilton, Gabe Dixon, Jack Johnson, Ben Harper
Sounds Like: a little bit of everything... really.
Record Label: nope
Type of Label: None

My Blog

free beer.

Ha.. got ya. But actually, I just found out there will be free beer at my show in Nashville on the 28th at FUEL. First 50 people get free beer. What? Public Service? Is it a holiday? Anyway... I guess...
Posted by Rob Blackledge on Wed, 23 Apr 2008 12:03:00 PST

News and Shows

Hey friends.... nothing too much to tell.Some new shows posted just now. You can check those out.Also, this is pretty cool. Matt Wertz is releasing his song "5:19" as his first single with Universal R...
Posted by Rob Blackledge on Wed, 09 Apr 2008 10:43:00 PST

as fate would write...

So, my last blog rambled on about how I am never sure what to write or what you guys find interesting... my how yesterday changed things.So, we began the day in spring Arbor, MI. That's in the middle ...
Posted by Rob Blackledge on Sun, 09 Mar 2008 03:13:00 PST

5 left.

So far this tour has been some of the most fun I have had in a long time! I mean, what else is there for me to say? So much has changed in the past year, and to come back on the road and see the suppo...
Posted by Rob Blackledge on Thu, 06 Mar 2008 06:13:00 PST

Road day 2

SO this trip could not have started off more stressful. But I'm here now, and that's all that matters. We're in Charleston, SC at one of Nathan's boy's house. I have spent the mornin chillin but I'm a...
Posted by Rob Blackledge on Thu, 28 Feb 2008 09:23:00 PST

energetic kids = water

This is a little dated, but still, one of the coolest ideas I've heard of in a while. If you have already heard about this, then tell someone like me that is behind the times! This is great!http://www...
Posted by Rob Blackledge on Thu, 27 Dec 2007 11:54:00 PST

Maybe "sick" is a little dramatic

Christmas is over. Can I say finally? You feel me? I love my life and for some reason I don't do well when I have to pick up everything and just stop for a few days. The rest is good, and seeing my fa...
Posted by Rob Blackledge on Thu, 27 Dec 2007 08:06:00 PST

I think I’m sick...

I'm obsessed with writing songs. The past few months I have been going nuts trying to get better and write more and more. Its Christmas day and all I can think about it my next tune. I'm finding inspi...
Posted by Rob Blackledge on Tue, 25 Dec 2007 09:45:00 PST

THE HOUSE SHOW CONTRACT

Take a look! This is what I got... let me know if you are in or out!House ShowsInformation / ApplicationSummer 2006Rob Blackledge www.robblackledgemusic.com myspace.com/robblackledge As you probabl...
Posted by Rob Blackledge on Wed, 19 Dec 2007 08:41:00 PST

The next step..

I can't wait for 2008. That's my slogan right now. 2007 has been an interesting year for me and I really see it as a time of growth and learning. Hopefully, I will be able to hang on to some lessons a...
Posted by Rob Blackledge on Tue, 18 Dec 2007 11:17:00 PST