The Appalachian region is noted for many things, one of those being the glorious amount of musical talent in the mountains.
Bell County, Kentucky’s own Jade Robertson easily falls into this category as the aspiring singer/songwriter continues to wow her growing fan base as she matures before their eyes, expanding her opportunities as she tackles new song choices and is branching out playing new venues in addition to the local festivals and concerts that helped to form the foundation of her musical career.
The 17-year-old Middlesboro High School junior says she basically began singing when she started talking but did not begin singing in public until 2012. Since that time Robertson has played numerous shows in Bell and surrounding counties and has won several awards for her musical talents. Singing a mix of newer country and old rock hits, the teenager’s diverse musical interests makes for a vast array of fans. During her recent show at The Oasis in Harrogate, Robertson rocked the stage for all those in attendance — from tots to grandparents and everyone in between.
Between sets Robertson thanked the crowd for coming out and supporting her, citing how much she loved to perform and how grateful she is for her fans.
In 2014, Robertson participated in a singing competition called NACMAI — North American Country Music Associations, International, and won two awards with that. The awards were for Most Promising Female Entertainer of the Year and Future Star of Tomorrow. That same year, Robertson won Poke Idol in Harlan at the Pole Sallet Festival. Robertson also won her school’s talent show last year.
Musical talent runs in the Robertson family, with Jade’s father John being one of her band members. John, along with his band brothers from his childhood, Eddie Harrell and Casey Miracle, are amazed at the amount of talent Jade has at such a young age.
“My daughter is awesome,” John said.
“She is far better for her age than we were at her age and she is still young and will grow a hundred fold in her music and talent,” added Harrell.
The Jade Robertson band has only been together for a couple of years but the guys in the band have been playing together for over 30 years.
In addition to her musical career, Robertson has been playing soccer since the sixth grade and she is currently a goal keeper. She is also a member of the National Honor Society and Key Club.
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