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Jae Thomas
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Artist/Band Name:

Jae Thomas / The Secret Reasons (for originals)

Music Style:

A blend of alt-rock, folk, funk, and classic rock with improvisational elements coming from blues and jazz. Performances are dynamic and exploratory, often featuring extended solo sections and seamless genre shifts within songs. The music can be funky, atmospheric, or high-energy rock depending on the setting. Check out my demos below!

Listen to Demos

Location:

Based in Northeastern Pennsylvania, regularly performing in surrounding areas.

Eclectic Setups and Setlists:

  • Solo, duo, trio, or full band performances
  • Mix of covers and original music
  • High-energy, improvisational, and immersive performances

Covers & Originals:

Performs about 90% covers, with originals interspersed depending on the gig.

Artists Covered:

  • The Beatles
  • Neil Young
  • Nirvana
  • Stevie Wonder
  • Amy Winehouse
  • Bob Marley
  • And many more...
  • View Recent Setlists

Original Music:

Originals range from folk-inspired acoustic pieces to energetic rock songs. They incorporate eclectic influences and can seamlessly blend into cover sets.

Marketing & Promotion:

  • Active social media presence (Facebook, Instagram, Nextdoor)
  • Venue collaboration and co-promotion
  • Physical flyers mailed to venues
  • Mailing list for fans and regular patrons

Some Venues Played:

  • Ledges Hotel (Hawley, PA)
  • The Dock at Wallenpaupack (Tafton, PA)
  • Shawneecraft Brewing (Delaware Water Gap, PA)
  • The Jam Room (Greentown, PA)
  • Runaway Train Brewing (Honesdale, PA)
  • Log Tavern Brewing (Tafton, PA)
  • Dimmick Inn (Milford, PA)
  • Lehigh Riverfest at Whitewater Challengers (Weatherly, PA)
  • Barrier Brewing (Oceanside, NY)
  • Vault 420 (Hawley, PA)
    • The Boathouse (Hawley, PA)
    • Woodloch Resort (Hawley, PA)
    • Sylvania Social (Hawley, PA)
    • Hopping Eagle Brewery (Hawley, PA)
    • The Settler's Inn (Hawley, PA)
    • The Ridge (Hawley, PA)
    • Mystic Farms (Hawley, PA)
    • Original Music Showcase at the Silk Mill (Hawley, PA)
    • Twisted Rail (Honesdale, PA)
    • Irving Cliff Brewery (Honesdale, PA)
    • Honesdale Golf Club (Honesdale, PA)
    • Creative Compound (Honesdale, PA)
    • Honesdale Roots & Rhythm (Honesdale, PA)
    • The Cottage Cafe (Honesdale, PA)
    • Wayne on the Hill (Dyberry Township, PA)
    • Old School Farm (Dyberry, PA)
    • The Bluestone Bar and Grill (Dyberry Township, PA)
    • Pelkey's Tavern (Hamlin, PA)
    • R Place (Hamlin, PA)
    • Bongo Roadhouse (Lake Ariel, PA)
    • Three Hammers Winery (Rowlands, PA)
    • Morrisey's Roadhouse (Rowlands, PA)
    • The Tafton Outing (Tafton, PA)
    • The Dock at Wallenpaupack (Paupack, PA)
    • Ehrhardt's Waterfront Resort (Paupack, PA)
    • Gresham's Chophouse (Tafton, PA)
    • Trail's End Camp (Beach Lake, PA)
    • The White Owl (Beach Lake, PA)
    • Mildred Lane (Beach Lake, PA)
    • Log Tavern Brewing (Milford, PA)
    • The Jive Bar (Milford, PA)
    • Milford Dairy Bar (Milford, PA)
    • Just Rumors (Blooming Grove, PA)
    • Fairview Lake Cafe (Blooming Grove, PA)
    • Failte's Steak House (Dingmans Ferry, PA)
    • Shawneecraft Brewery (Delaware Water Gap, PA)
    • The Gravity Inn (Waymart, PA)
    • Arlo's Tavern (Orson, PA)
    • The Stonehouse (Carbondale, PA)
    • Kol Steakhouse (Carbondale, PA)
    • Hotel Anthracite (Carbondale, PA)
    • Ale Mary's (Scranton, PA)
    • The V-Spot (Scranton, PA)
    • First Friday Scranton (Scranton, PA)
    • Jack's Draft House (Scranton, PA)
    • Underground Mic at the Masonic Temple (Scranton, PA)
    • McGrath's Pub (Dalton, PA)
    • Whitewater Challengers (Weatherly, PA)
    • Lacawac Sanctuary (Lake Ariel, PA)
    • The Pickled Owl (Hurleyville, NY)
    • The Laundrette (Narrowsburg, NY)
    • The Emerald Ballroom (Narrowsburg, NY)
    • Rafter's Tavern (Calicoon, NY)
    • The Arnold House (Livingston Manor, NY)
    • Cabernet Franks (Parksville, NY)
    • The Layton Hotel (Layton, NJ)
    • Black Bear Tavern (NJ)
    • Gold Key Country Club (NJ)
    • Fanatics Sports Bar and Pub
    • TAPS Pub and Eatery (Montague, NJ)
    • Five Points Bar and Grill (Pocono Place, PA)
    • Ponderosa Pines
    • Twin Pines Cottage
    • Wally Ice Fest (Newfoundland, PA)
    • My Place Coffee Shop (Hempstead, NY)
    • The Lake House Upstate
    • The Drunken Mullet (Hernando Beach, FL)
    Note: This is not a complete list of every venue I’ve played—just a selection of places I’ve performed over the years. Some of these venues no longer exist, while others were part of instrumental gigs, jazz performances, or other musical projects outside of my main work. Additionally, this list doesn’t include some of the original projects I’ve been involved in.

Performance Videos & Demos:

Watch Performance Videos

Online Presence:

Booking Information:

Email: jaethomasmusic@gmail.com

Phone: 570-862-2453

Availability: Flexible, with rates depending on group size and duration of the performance. Open to discussing specific budgets and needs.

Expect the unexpected

Jae Thomas and his collaborators bring a sense of unpredictability and excitement to every performance. Their ability to seamlessly shift between genres within a single song creates a dynamic experience that keeps audiences engaged. No two performances are ever the same, as they thrive on real-time improvisation and evolving arrangements. Whether playing solo or with a full band, Jae takes risks, experimenting with different sounds and styles, making each show a fresh and unique experience. Technical skill is great—but the audience really responds to performers having fun, bringing energy, and experimenting with music, along with technical skill and expanding creative boundaries. This creates an immersive experience that feels fresh and alive with every performance.

Experience & Background:

Jae Thomas has been performing professionally since 2007, with roots in the Lake Wallenpaupack music scene. Known for highly adaptable and engaging performances, Jae collaborates with top-tier musicians such as:

  • J.B. Aikens – Bass/Guitar, Vocals
  • Jami Novak – Drums, Vocals
  • Stephen Faubel – Keys

Musical Influences:

Jae’s influences have always been eclectic. Early exposure to music came through movies and video games, which soon led to discovering Nirvana. This opened the door to a variety of artists that influenced them, from The Beatles and Neil Young to 70s punk. A high school music teacher introduced musicals and jazz, leading to improvisational playing over Grateful Dead and Bob Marley songs.

Today, Jae’s playlists might include Erik Satie and Nine Inch Nails alongside Leonard Cohen and Django Reinhardt—seemingly unrelated, yet all integral to their musical approach.

Current Projects:

Jae is currently finishing an album featuring highlights from the past 10 years. In addition to recording, Jae continuously refines his live setlist, ensuring performances remain fresh and engaging.