Over the past 20 years, Nate has built a strong reputation in the Central NY and Northeast PA blues/roots scenes as a passionate, high-energy performer and dedicated touring musician with a strong fanbase. From Albany to Buffalo and Scranton to Syracuse, fans in the blues/roots community have taken notice. Nate's live shows blend authentic blues roots with modern energy, drawing both dedicated blues fans and new listeners alike.   Highlights & Credentials: Shared the stage with legendary artists including Walter Trout, Mike Zito, Dickey Betts (Allman Bros.), Tommy Castro, Blackberry Smoke, Levon Helm, and Arlo Guthrie Select 2020 Northeast Tour Dates with Masters of the Telecaster featuring G.E. Smith (SNL), Jim Weider (The Band/Bob Dylan), and Duke Levine. Award-winning guitarist: Recognized by the Louis Armstrong Jazz Foundation, Berklee School of Music, and most recently, winner of “Best Blues Recording” from the Syracuse Area Music Awards two consecutive years in a row. Performed at major events like the NYS Blues Festival, Chenango Blues Festival, Taste of Country Music Festival, Billtown Blues Association, and sold-out shows across the region, including The 443 Listening Room in Syracuse, NY. Produced and Performed in “An All-Star Celebration of The Fender Stratocaster” at The Martin Kappel Theater with NYS Blues Hall of Fame guests such as Tom Townsley, Morris Hepcat, Jimmy Wolf and Tas Cru.   Beyond the stage, I am deeply committed to music education and community engagement: Founder/Owner of a thriving Music School in Norwich, NY Active participant in NYS Arts in Education, bringing music history and industry knowledge into public schools Board Member at the historic Earlville Opera House, supporting regional arts development Main Stage Music Coordinator/Talent Buyer at Colorscape Chenango Arts & Music Festival •Provider of a specialized backline service for national touring artists, including vintage gear support for Tommy Castro, Mike Zito, Walter Trout, and others—housed at my professional multi-track recording studio