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Biography

Heather Corcoran of WilmingtonNC- music.com calls Jakes songwriting inspirational music to please any listener. He is excited to release Reaching Out, his new EP project of acoustic pop/rock tunes written in the past year. A college senior and avid singer/songwriter, Jakes performing exploded three years ago when he began to play several live shows throughout North Carolina. The new EP reflects his experiences of college life and welcomes a heightened level of crisp, honest songwriting. 

Jake travels throughout the region several times a year playing shows and loves to connect with friends and strangers alike through his music. Often present in the local music circuit of Wilmington, he plays at coffee shops and bars, on campus events, as well as local and regional festivals. Jake also embraces a spiritual side by working as a camp counselor and youth musician during the summers.

Press Quotes

  • "There is a certain cliche that musicians are interested in little beyond sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll.  Jake is driven by a lot more.  One Good Monday is packed with thoughtful lyrics and upbeat tunes."
    --Francesca Soroka, Encore! Magazine of Wilmington, NC.

  • "Inspiration and harmony: Jake Melnyk nails both with music" 
    --Angela Cruz, Encore! Magazine of Wilmington, NC

  • "I was very impressed, not only with your talent, but with such poise in someone so young."
    --Susan Beam, Pathways to Growth

  • “Inspirational music to please any listener" 
    --Heather Corcoran, WilmingtonNCMusic.com

News Clippings

Encore! Magazine of Wilmington - Oct 2007
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Bootleg Magazine of Wilmington - April 2007
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Huntersville, NC Herald - April 2006
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Encore! Magazine of Wilmington - Feb 2006
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The Daily Advance - Elizabeth City, NC - Nov 2007
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