About Eddie J

Ed Jackowski - aka Eddie J - has been singing since the age of 14, fronting bands in Western MA all across the Pioneer Valley. His early bands played covers of popular songs, but eventually as he matured as an artist, his bands leaned into their creative sides and eventually became an all original music act.  They were picked up by an Amherst, MA based talent manager and played many of the top venues in the area as well as being a favorite opening act for popular local and national touring artists.

Ed's musical background stems directly from his immediate family who all had terrific voices. His mom and dad would sing together in perfect harmony, and once the three sons came along, they would break into 4 part harmony at almost every family event. This wide music base exposed Ed to everything from big band music all the way to rock radio hits of the day.  Ed's eclectic playlist is a reflection of the diverse exposure his musical family afforded him.

Ed continued to compose original songs and in 2001 put out a 4 song EP of original music. Then, after many years, the itch to perform live again took over and he partnered with local guitarist Chris Seremetis and bass player Mike Parent to form the alt rock cover band, Eleven, who have been playing the greater Boston area for over 12 years now.

Ed also auditioned for the lead male singer role in the Boston based wedding/GB band "Boston Party Machine". After auditioning several dozen candidates, Ed won the role and helped front the band for 2 years, playing some of the most elegant and sought after venues across New England.

While Covid shut down many venues hosting large rock bands, Ed began to post solo online music videos and then eventually began playing solo live shows by doing a mix of songs played on his acoustic guitar, along with songs sung to backing tracks.  Eventually, the desire to play a wider selection of tunes had him singing almost exclusively to backing tracks from orchestra arrangements all the way to full rock band stylings in order to appeal to the widest audience possible. This means, there is sure to be a song or styling at an Eddie J Music show to peak virtually everyone's interest.

Ed resides in Walpole,MA where he and his wife of over 21 years have raised their two sons and have become active members of local government and volunteer groups servicing Walpole's needs.