Jason Baker is a Song Smith and Folk Singer from Vermont performing topical, original, folk-roots songs with a modern lyrical viewpoint, mixed with traditional folk, on guitar, banjo, ukulele & harmonica.
His latest single, “The Work Is Never Done”, is a song of hope and encouragement for those who want to create a truly free and egalitarian society, set to a simple banjo accompaniment.
“The Work Is Never Done” is the 11th song released as part of a year-long project to release one social justice song every month in 2026.
2019 New England Music Awards Nominee for "Best in Vermont"
Nov/Dec American Songwriter Magazine Lyric Contest Honorable Mention for the song "Christmastime Blues"
Finalist in the Songs For Social Change 2019 Song Contest for the song "something that's never been done before"
Composed and performs theme music for "Vermont Talks" podcast (vermonttalks.com)
Finalist in the "Solo Male" Category of the Blues & Roots Radio International Song Contest 2022 for the song "The Dream Of Peace"
Finalist in the Songs For Social Change 2022 Song Contest for the song "It Doesn’t Go Away"
Vermont Folklife Traditional Arts Apprentice, 2022-23 Cohort, “Long Neck Banjo”, Master: Rik Palieri
Steering Committee Member, The People's Music Network for Songs of Freedom and Struggle, 2024 -2025
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