Based in the MIdwest, his well-rooted sound rings with perplexing authenticity, suggesting he illegally phone-tapped into the wellspring at the heart of all timeless classics. Often praised for his powerful voice, he can infuse a modern story with gospel-like depth.
Hagen's music is a heartfelt ode to the timeless dance between joy and sorrow wrapped in the faded splendor of a bygone era. His performances are like vintage postcards, each one a snapshot of a wistful journey through a land where the echoes of heartache linger in the dusty corners of forgotten jukeboxes.
"Accuse Me" is out now. Glide Magazine says: "Moving soul meets twangy bliss on Hagen’s new single, “Accuse Me.” The Southern soul influences are evident from the jump as the artist’s bluesy tones are greeted at the door with soaring vocal runs."
"Deja Vu" was released on December 13th as the final single from the upcoming EP "Americana Lonesome" which is due to hit streaming platforms January 17th, 2025.
Recent Accolades:
2025 Midwest Country Music Awards Nominations: Male Vocalist of the Year, Song of the Year & Americana Artist of the Year
2024 Winner Honorable Mention Unsigned Only Music Competition
2024 Josie Music Awards Nominations: EP of the Year, Male Country Vocalist of the Year, Emerging Artist of the Year, Americana Song of the Year
2024 WAMI Awards Nominations: Country Song of the Year
2021, 2022 and 2023 International Songwriting Competition Semi Finalist
Hagen has opened for and shared the stage with acts such as country star Sunny Sweeney, rock legend Pat MacDonald (Timbuk 3) and Daniel Rey of the Gufs.
