Christopher Jackson stays positive on his new single Best Of Me — showcasing today on Tinnitist.
The latest highlight from the Kingston’s multi-instrumentalist’s self-titled 2023 album, Best Of Me evokes notes of ’70s roots rock, alt-country, and folky Canadiana/Americana — blended with Jackson’s own unique twist. It encapsulates events and experiences in his life over the last few years.
“Best Of Me was written about making changes in my life and moving forward,” says Jackson. “Not letting anyone bring me down or get in my way. I believe people can relate to this song and make it their own because all we really want is to be the best we can be.”
With over 30 years under his belt as a working musician in a variety of bands, Jackson has built a reputation as a true entertainer. He is known for his banter, audience interaction and impromptu musical collaborations. His album was produced in collaboration with recording engineer Paul “Doc” Halladay. All the vocals and the majority of the instrumentation, including electric/acoustic guitar, bass guitar, drums and mandolin, is performed by Jackson. The album also features guest musicians Burke Carroll on pedal steel, Matt Weidinger on piano/organ, Shane Guse on fiddle, Matt Wray on dobro, Mike Verner on trumpet and Spencer Evans on piano/clarinet.
Multi-instrumentalist and solo artist Jackson was born in Chatham and is now based in Kingston. After 30 years as a working musician in a variety of bands and session recordings — and six years of entertaining listeners at his popular Chris Jackson & Friends shows — Jackson decided it was time to put all his experiences together and see where his own writing and music might take him. His debut album carries that personal connection felt at his live shows into his songs.
Check out Best Of Me above, sample Christopher Jackson’s self-titled album below, and find him on his website, Facebook and Instagram.
