Hubby Jenkins, a prominent member of the renowned Carolina Chocolate Drops, has mesmerized audiences around the world with his virtuosic mastery of the guitar and banjo, With a voice that echoes with emotion and a fingerpicking style that evokes the very essence of the American South, Hubby transports listeners to a bygone era, where the roots of modern music took hold.
Born and raised in Brooklyn he delved into his Southern roots, following the thread of African American history that wove itself through country blues, ragtime, fiddle and banjo, and traditional jazz. Hubby got his higher musical education started as a busker. He developed his guitar and vocal craft on the sidewalks and subway platforms of New York City, performing material by those venerable artists whose work he was quickly absorbing. An ambitiously itinerant musician, he took his show on the road, playing the streets, coffee shops, bars, and house parties of cities around the country.
After years of busking around the U.S and making a name for himself, Hubby became acquainted with the Carolina Chocolate Drops. He was an integral part of the Grammy award winning Carolina Chocolate Drops from 2010 to 2014. Since 2015 to 2018 he was active in touring and recording member in the Rhiannon Giddens band. He was on her album “Tomorrow Is My Turn” in 2015 and in 2017 “Freedom Highway.” Drawing inspiration from legends such as Mississippi John Hurt, Uncle Dave Macon and Lead Belly, Hubby breathes new life into traditional blues and folk songs, infusing them with his unique flair and unmistakable authenticity. His music resonates with a deep sense of history, culture, and struggle, capturing the spirit of the early 20th century while adding his own distinct touch.
In addition to his remarkable musical talents, Hubby Jenkins is a passionate advocate for preserving and honoring the cultural heritage of African American musicians who laid the foundation for modern popular music. His commitment to historical accuracy shines through in his performances, as he takes us on a journey through the deep roots of blues, folk, and the African American experience.
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The Lake George Arts Project's Summer Concert Series
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Our 2025 series boasts an impressive roster - from Hubby Jenkins, a Grammy-nominated multi-instrumentalist whose music tells the story of America’s roots, to the Brass Queens, a dynamic, female-led New York City brass band redefining the genre. Songwriter Cassandra Kubinski will be joined by Pete Muller & The Kindred Souls for a night of soulful, genre-blending music. The series also features the exuberant energy of The Saline Fiddlers Philharmonic and the powerhouse vocals of country-rock artist Ashley Wineland.
LGAP continues its commitment to showcasing the best of the 518 with performances by local standouts Tops of Trees, Mixed Roots, and Warden & Co. Shepard Park favorite Professor Louie & The Crowmatix returns, this time sharing the stage with the Woodstock Horns for a must-see, high-energy performance.
LGAP's Summer Concert Series takes place every Wednesday in July and August and all concerts start at 7 pm at Shepard Park in Lake George, NY. Admission is always free. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets for comfortable seating.
2025 Summer Concert Series Schedule:
July 2: Hubby Jenkins
July 9: The Saline Fiddlers Philharmonic
July 16: Cassandra Kubinski with Pete Muller & The Kindred Souls
July 23: Tops of Trees
July 30: Professor Louie & The Crowmatix with the Woodstock Horns
August 6: Ashley Wineland
August 13: Mixed Roots
August 20: Brass Queens
August 27: Warden and Co.
For more information about the concert series and the artists featured, please visit www.lakegeorgearts.org
All concerts are free and open to all, thanks to the generous support of The Town of Lake George, The Village of Lake George, The New York State Council on the Arts, Anonymous, and the Arts Project's dedicated members and donors.
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