BIO

JakDel is a bold testament to what happens when an uncompromising devotion to craftsmanship meets the thrill of high-octane adventure. A Berklee College of Music alumnus, he has shared the stage with Benson Boone, opened for Justin Bieber at a private event, and recorded with Grammy Award winning engineer John Paterno. Beyond music, he maintains a formidable racing career in the Porsche Carrera Cup and GT World Challenge America, having joined the Porsche Jr. Driving Program in 2024. He recently clinched a Pro Am victory in the 911 GT3 R (992) at the Michelin 24H race in Dubai.

JakDel is the creative alter ego for Jake Pedersen, a rising force in both music and motorsports. He was born and raised in the scenic landscapes of Orem, Utah, nature has always been the spark of his wonder. He grew up in a household that featured country music from his mother, rock classics from his father, and unbounded jazz and blues from his grandfather who encouraged his earliest explorations in melody and improvisation.

For fans of the soulful depth of Tedeschi Trucks Band, the confessional storytelling of Noah Kahan, the cinematic guitar landscapes of Hermanos Guitierrez, and the gentle honesty of Joy Oladokun, JakDel’s music offers a captivating blend of folk rock, blues, and alternative sounds.

Songwriting has always been a deeply personal form of therapy for JakDel, a sacred space where the soulful spirit of Motown intersects with the psychedelic edge of the electric guitar. He believes in the divine nature of music, a perspective that fuels the emotional depth and spiritual resonance of his work. Jake also founded the annual Electric Revival festival, featuring Benson Boone, LANY, and JakDel himself in past years - a platform where artistry and community pushes creative boundaries. His live show is infused with this same electric energy, delivering an immersive musical experience that is not to be missed.

Currently working on his second studio album, JakDel remains devoted to offering an emotional and spiritual refuge for his listeners by channeling honest expression both in the studio and behind the wheel, proving that passion and creativity truly know no limits.