Charles Walker is a songwriter and artist based in Nashville, TN.  Charles got his start in the North Carolina DIY scene, playing and writing music in and around Charlotte throughout his youth.

His first independently released EP, “Whole Again”, arrived in 2018. He performed at clubs, bars, and basements throughout his time in college at Appalachian State University while cultivating his skills as a songwriter.  In 2020, Charles release his self-titled debut record and moved to Nashville, TN to find opportunities as a writer.

Charles currently spends his time playing concerts in and around Nashville, writing for the custom song group Songfinch, and gearing up to release his second album in 2023.

Inspired by the Rock and Roll greats that came before him, and motivated by the stories that we all encounter on a daily basis, Caleb Kopta is crafting a niche for himself in the modern alternative rock landscape with honest lyrics, driving guitars and a desire to craft the soundtrack to life’s everyday experiences. 

Born the son of a music minister in small-town Pennsylvania, music has fueled Caleb as long as he can remember. From attending his first concert at only two months old to sharing the stage with such bands as Motherfolk, PHANGS, Michigander and Corey Killgannon, Caleb has devoted his life to creating meaningful, resonate music that can impact the world around him. 

Often drawing comparisons to The Killers, Bruce Springsteen and Bleachers, Kopta’s music is a unique blending of the Rock, New Wave and Singer / Songwriter genres. He excels at delivering powerful, anthemic choruses while still allowing the song to feel personal and complementary to the story at hand. 

In describing his latest single, “Burning House,” music blog Buffablog said “In the mood for some good ol’ fashioned Pittsburgh rock and roll? Look no further than Caleb Kopta.”

In addition, “Burning House” earned praise from Belwood Music, who named it a top track; Playlistplay, who called it “Driving and restless;” and Gluten Free Radio, who says that the single feels “Important, passionate and honest.” 

No matter what city he’s performing in, what type of story he’s telling or what kinds of genres he’s tackling, you can count on Caleb Kopta for one core ingredient - consistency. He will always bring everything he has to the table, pour his heart into whatever project is in front of him and do his best to create something impactful out of the pieces around him. After all, isn’t passionate creation what Rock and Roll is all about?

www.calebkopta.com

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