About Me

Having been drummer for popular local group The Herrd in the 60's, Jim (based in Malvern PA) has returned to music after a long business career. This time he is on his own, playing guitar and singing popular rock/country/folk music with a bias toward the great music of the 60's-80's. He is available to play at selected venues that appreciate great acoustic music presented in a manner that complements the surroundings but does not dominate. New CD now available- request by email. Contact Jim at nelsenj@aol.com, or 484-883-3554. For music and updated schedule go to www.myspace.com/jimnelsen.
Testimonials:
.the legendary Livingston Taylor commented on Jim's cd:

"I so enjoyed your music..."

. Jim’s regular gig at Catalina’s Restaurant in Malvern attracted the interest of Main Line Today, as reported in the June 2008 Issue:

“The half-full dining room was aglow with patrons sharing cheerful clinks and applause for the evening’s live entertainment, local singer/songwriter Jim Nelsen.”

. Emmet Robinson of King Street Recording had this to say:

“Jim Nelsen and his 12-string guitar have been back in the studio... He’s quite an accomplished composer. … He has an affinity for good music and plays it extremely well. I admire both his performance and his choice of material. ... His smooth voice and warm guitar can be heard live at Catalina’s, a popular restaurant on Malvern’s King Street….”

. Jon Hallowell, in the Philadelphia Inquirer:

"Everyone loves Jim’s music. He’s a real attraction on Friday nights. The type of music he plays is excellent, very folky, classic stuff. You can just tell that he really loves it. You can feel the energy through his singing."