Jared James Nichols in West Dundee

Jared James Nichols is an American blues-rock guitarist and singer from East Troy, Wisconsin. His heavy, riff-driven work includes the albums Old Glory & the Wild Revival, Black Magic and Jared James Nichols, as well as songs such as “Nails in the Coffin” and “Threw Me to the Wolves.” In 2019, Jared James Nichols joined UFO for British dates on the Last Orders tour, following earlier support appearances for Glenn Hughes. He later performed at Hellfest in Clisson. His concerts use a power-trio format, centered on his vocals and pick-free electric-guitar technique. He is closely associated onstage with Gibson Les Paul guitars.