Jakob Ward: Performing Artist & Industry Professional

Jakob Ward is a dynamic performing artist and seasoned audio engineer, whose musical journey has spanned major stages, national airwaves, and influential recording sessions. He has performed at notable venues including Tower City Amphitheater alongside The Corrs and Sophie B. Hawkins, The Odeon with Localpalooza, The Hard Rock Cafe and The Alley Cat in Atlanta, and John Carroll University. He has also showcased for industry giants such as Epic, Mercury, and Atlantic Records.

Jakob has distributed over 7,000 CDs, including 6,300 copies of his single “Maybe Tonight,” which has enjoyed continuous airplay since its release in 2004. The track was also featured on a Sony Records compilation alongside legendary artists Yoko Ono and Joe Walsh—cementing its place in a respected catalog of contemporary music.

Behind the scenes, Jakob has built a formidable reputation as an audio engineer. He has worked with hundreds of clients across genres and industries, including notable acts like Dru Hill (Sisqos Group), The L.A. Guns, Tim The Ripper Owens ( Judas Priest ), Over The Rhine, Connor O'Brien, Billy Morris ( Warrant ), The Brian Lisik Band, The Fierce Invalids, 10 cent lovers, The KSU Jazz Ensemble, Half Mile Home (formerly After The Rain), The History Channel, The Discovery Channel, Vicious World Records, The Speedbumps, 20goto10, 91.3 The Summit, Tin Huey, Stereovox, Amy Staats, Roxxymoron, and many more. His engineering credits include three Billboard Top 10 hits, and his portfolio spans projects for The History Channel, The Discovery Channel, B.E.T., and many independent and major-label artists. His versatility and technical precision have made him a trusted name in studios, on stage, and in broadcast environments.

Jakob’s work has been featured in numerous publications—The Free Times, The Beacon Journal, Scene Magazine, Akron Life and Leisure, Ohio Online Magazine, Northern Ohio Live, The Record Courier, The West Side Leader, Epitome, Region Rock, and more — and broadcast nationally on B.E.T., The History Channel, and The Discovery Channel. His engineering and performance credits include over 50 songs aired across radio and TV stations spanning Alternative, Gospel, R&B, Rap, Rock, Folk, and Punk genres.

Endorsed by KORG, S.I.T. Strings, and Audio Technica, Jakob Ward continues to bridge creativity and craftsmanship, making a lasting impact in both the artistic and technical sides of the music industry.