John Wilkey: Singer & Storyteller

Trenton, NJ

$200 per hour.

Travels up to 30 miles

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My Way

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Hey Jude

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Giddy

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Imagine

Overview

John is a storyteller with a genuine reverence for rock and roll history. That reverence extends to his elders who he has enjoyed serving as an activities professional in memory care units and assisted living homes. So, if you book entertainers, he understands and appreciates all that you do! Click the link above if you would like John to perform for your residents.


Reviews

2 reviews

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Rachel

October 9, 2023

Engaging!

John has performed at our senior living community a few times now, and the residents have always had a good time. He is very accommodating and always down to try something new to make sure his clients are happy. I told John we have a few residents who enjoy Motown music, and he did a Motown performance just for us. He is very engaging and tells stories and jokes in between songs. Nothing but positive things to say about our experiences with him! Thank you, John!

Hired as: Acoustic Band, Singing Guitarist


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Jessica T.

October 7, 2023

Musical Entertainment

I work for an Assisted Living facility and I have had John come out several times over the past year. Our residents, families and staff love him. Families have come up to me and complimented how good he was and that they enjoyed listening to John perform. He keeps everyone engaged during his performances. Book him for your next event.. you will not be disappointed. 🙂

Hired as: Singing Guitarist

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John Wilkey: Singer & Storyteller

Jessica

It’s an honor to join you and your staff in serving our elders. I am thrilled that sharing my love of performing music and telling stories has brought some joy and comfort to them and their families.

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Booking information

Price range: $200 per hour.

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes

What to expect

You will see a 100% live performer playing popular songs his way. You will see someone connect with his audience through personal anecdotes filled with plenty of humor. My setup is simple. My approach to business is straightforward and based on customer service. All that, and have fun in the process.

About

John Wilkey has been writing and performing music for over twenty years. He is a visual storyteller with a lifelong love for American art forms: rock and roll, comic books, and film. His favorite thing to do is share that passion and bring audiences along for the ride.

Additional booking notes

I just need an electrical outlet. If you have something like a cart that I can use to wheel my equipment in, it would be helpful, but not necessary. All I have is a PA with a stand, a mic stand, and my guitar. Everything else, like cables and a microphone, fit in my backpack.

Set list

Here is the most recent one:

Stand by Me
Brown Eyed Girl
Wild Night
Everyday
All Shook Up
Suspicious Minds
Can't Help Falling in Love
We Belong Together
Since I Don't Have You
That's Life
Have You Ever Seen The Rain
Take Me Home, Country Roads
Leaving on a Jet Plane
Mrs. Robinson
To Make You Feel My Love
What A Wonderful World
Delilah
Cupid
Hotel California
Don't Ask Me Why
Movin Out
It's Still Rock and Roll to Me
You Might Think
I Melt With You
Walls
Take On Me
I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For
With or Without You
One
Imagine
I Should Have Known Better
She Loves You
I Wanna Hold Your Hand
Things We Said Today
All My Loving
Across The Universe

Influences and inspiration

U2
Tom Petty
Pearl Jam
The Beatles
Huey Lewis & The News
Pink

Setup requirements

None

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