Blanket Fort
New member- Schaumburg, IL
- Acoustic Band
- 26 miles from
- Contact for pricing
Blanket Fort Assembly is a high-energy husband-and-wife acoustic duo performing crowd-pleasing hits from the 50s through today. Featuring powerful vocals,...
Jim and Ellen
Overview
Introducing Ellen and Jim, an exceptional musical duo poised to captivate audiences across diverse stages. They are masters of classic country and folk, skillfully recreating the timeless sounds that define these genres and ensuring an authentic auditory journey. Their performances are particularly renowned for their heartfelt tributes to the legendary Johnny Cash and June Carter, delivering authentic and vibrant interpretations of their iconic repertoire that truly bring those beloved songs to life.
Reviews
2 reviews
Rachael C.
October 16, 2026Acoustic Duo at Racing Lounge
We were seeking additional entertainment for our lounge at our annual Regatta event. Jim and Ellen were a great fit and excellent to work with!
Hired as: Acoustic Band
Jim and Ellen
Thank you Rachael! Ellen and I had a great time performing at Racing Lounge for your Regatta event. We really appreciate the opportunity and hope to work with you again!
Kaylie K.
October 6, 20265 Stars
Jim and Ellen were incredible to work with!
Hired as: Acoustic Band
Jim and Ellen
Thank you so much! It was a pleasure working with you and your team. Ellen, Todd and I really enjoyed being part of your event! We truly appreciate you having us and hope to work with you again in the future!
Booking information
Price range: $200 – $500 per event
Gig length: 60 - 120 minutes
Services offered
Past booked events
October 2026
05
Monday
Corporate Event
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Chicago, IL
September 2026
06
Sunday
Festival
1:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Kankakee, IL
Set list
Country Road Take Me Home | John Denver
Darlin Companion | Johnny Cash and June Carter
Fast Car | Tracy Chapman/Luke Combs
Have You Ever Seen the Rain | Creedence Clearwater Revival
If I Were a Carpenter | Johnny Cash and June Carter
It Ain’t Me Babe | Johnny Cash and June Carter
I’m a Believer | Monkees
Jackson | Johnny Cash and June Carter
Just What I Needed | Cars
Let’s Stay Together | Al Green
Lovely Day | Bill Withers
Maggie May | Rod Stewart
Rainbow (rock version) | First to Eleven
Ring of Fire | Johnny Cash
Rocket Man | Elton John
Rolling in the Deep | Adele (Greta version)
She Loves You | Beatles
Somewhere Over the Rainbow | Judy Garland
Star Spangled Banner | Chris Stapleton
Sweet Caroline | Neil Diamond
Tennessee Whiskey | Chris Stapleton
Walk on the Wild Side | Lou Reed
Wild World | Cat Stevens
You’ve Got to Hide your Love Away | Beatles
Coming Through | Jim Snyder
Influences and inspiration
Johnny Cash/ June Carter
Beatles
Chris Stapleton
Lou Reed
Cars
Adele
Luke Combs
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