17 Chart-Topping Reasons to See Adam Hawley Live
17X BILLBOARD #1 CONTEMPORARY JAZZ GUITARIST & PRODUCER
Guitarist and Producer Dr. Adam Hawley has risen quickly to the top of the scene as a celebrated and innovative artist, composer, and bandleader. Handpicked by Maurice White (founder of Earth, Wind & Fire), his 2016 debut album, “Just the Beginning,” topped the charts.
Six albums later, he has reached an incredible 17 Billboard #1 hits, including from his 2024 CD release, “Unstoppable.” Additional accolades include Mediabase Artist of the Year in 2024, Billboard Song of the Year in 2022 and 2020, and a #1 album in sales as per Nielsen in 2020.
Highlights from a robust touring schedule include: Java Jazz, Seabreeze Jazz Fest, The Smooth Jazz Cruise, The Dave Koz Cruise, Newport Beach Jazz Festival, and Mallorca Jazz Festival.
In addition to touring as a leader, he has also appeared with a who’s who of legendary artists such as Jennifer Lopez, Natalie Cole, Lalah Hathaway, The Manhattan Transfer, Brian McKnight, and in the American Idol house band, to name a few.
A list and listen from his nearly 50 top 30’s, visit his website…
April, 2026 –
Adam Hawley Releases “Electra”
PERFORMANCE SATURDAY, APR 25
Contemporary Jazz Guitarist Adam Hawley returns to Middle C the day before his 7th studio album release, “Electra!
With two singles already hitting #1, Adam has spawned an incredible 19 Billboard #1 Hits. With a robust worldwide tour schedule, this 2025 #1 Billboard Artist of the Year is a must-see. In addition to touring as a leader, he has also played for Jennifer Lopez, Natalie Cole, Lalah Hathaway, The Manhattan Transfer, Brian McKnight, and appeared on American Idol in the house band.