Ethan Thompson
TURN THE CLOCK BACK TO 2010…
After spending my youth in the Bahamas, moving to Seattle was a big culture shock. The epicenter of grunge and alternative music was so much to take in for a young Caribbean musician. Having been a bass player since I was 10 years old, picking up a guitar at 14 was easy. Knowing nobody in a new place provided me with the perfect setting to grow roots as a songwriter. Progressing through high school and in and out of various bands, wanting to play shows was the natural next step. At 17 I started building my following as a singer/songwriter - slowly, but surely - playing any show I could book from coffeehouses to weddings.
Working through my first few years of college as a musician was eye opening, and the fiscal demands of life opened my eyes to the business potential being a musician holds. By the time I was ready to transfer to a University in Florida, I hit the ground running with the same professionalism that Seattle necessitates. I was quickly able to gain a strong foothold in the north-central Florida music scene, and found people increasingly more receptive to my craft.
Since 2016 I have been working as a musician based out of Gainesville, Florida. Currently, I play shows as far south as Miami and as far north as Raleigh, NC. My reach is quickly expanding and I hope to soon have the ability to take extended tours across country. I specialize in Weddings and Events, and am also working on producing an album. I firmly believe that the best part about music is that it’s the one language everybody understands, and that the connections it breeds are unparalleled. I hope you enjoy what you hear, and if you’re considering me for your show of any kind, don’t hesitate to reach out. Cheers!
Real, Authentic Sound
Connection is the foundation of what makes music great. By blending the latest acoustic advancements with clean, rich music, Ethan Thompson brings captivating warmth to your event that will leave a lasting impression. Traversing a multitude of genres and styles, Ethan strives to create a unique, eclectic sound rooted in Folk music.
Want to get to know Ethan?
Join us for this episode of The Mixing Glass where Ethan Thompson is a guest on the show and talks about his passion for music, working in high-volume bars, and reflects upon some of his service industry war stories with the Bardtenders crew!