folk music with tasteful jams
effortlessly woven heart-centered lyrics and soulful melodies. based in New England. delivering forest-fresh vibrations of dynamic, pocket-perfect musicianship. well-crafted songwriting suited for all (y)ears
at times by himself, but never alone
songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Aaron Bear has developed a live performance that is dynamic, passionate, and easy to listen to. from solo, duo, trio, or full band sets, he’s known for leading audiences through an organic blend of acoustic cryfests that touch the soul as well as breathing out upbeat jams that get the hips moving. broadly niched. widely loved.
The conscious progression of sound
Debut album Let Love Transform recorded in Portland, OR; released 2019EDM remix of “Those Three Things” by Ryan Nobody; released 2022The Single Sessions were recorded in 2021 and were slowly released throughout 2021-2023Bear partnered with producer Todd Erickson & Rock Garden Records to release "Good Company", 2023Special Features
New England Music Awards Songwriter of the Year Nomination 2022.
featured on WMPG, Bumblebee Radio, Light of Day Records, Onward State, Wolf in a Suit, The Daily Collegian, The Underground, Prism Reviews, WXPN, and more.
Notable Past Performances
2022
The Boston Arts Festival
The Jungle Music Club (sold out, 90 people)
Midway Cafe (sold out, 120 people)
Dorchester Brewing Company special event (at capacity, 250 people)
Opened for Will Dailey at Light of Day Record’s Record Store Day Party
Opened for Will Evans at a friend’s cool party
Savin Hill Happy Hour - self produced
2023
Ohmfest Yoga and Music Festival, Headliner
Denmark Arts Center (standing room only)
Music on Main, opened for Pete Kilpatrick (>1K in attendance)
Hosted The Sundown Sessions, a 7-Week Live Music Series in Bridgton, ME
Upcoming Shows
Noteworthy Performances of 2024
Aaron Bear will host the Lodge Live Jams, a 10-week music series residency in Blizzard’s Pub at Pleasant Mountain Ski Resort in Bridgton, ME
Bear will host another year of The Sundown Sessions in Bridgton, ME. More info TBD
