Gary Jules with Philip Krohnengold

Gary Jules is an acclaimed singer-songwriter best known for his hauntingly beautiful rendition of “Mad World,” which has amassed over 228 million streams on Spotify, was featured prominently in both the film Donnie Darko & Epic Games’ Gears of War, and made Jules only the 6th American act ever to win the coveted UK Christmas #1 single in 2003.

His music has continued to be heard in films and on television, notably “Falling Awake,” which was featured in an especially gripping, fan-favorite episode of “Grey’s Anatomy.” Artists including Adam Lambert (American Idol, Queen) and 3x Grammy-Winning group Pentatonix have also performed covers of his work

Born in Fresno, California and raised in the surf culture of San Diego, Jules began his journey as a singer-songwriter in the late 90s.

Throughout his career, Jules has graced stages worldwide including Glastonbury, T in the Park, London’s Astoria, SXSW, The Green Man Festival, Latitude Festival, The Troubadour and El Rey theaters in Los Angeles, New York’s Bowery Ballroom, as well as features on Top of the Pops and BBC Radio 1’s Live Lounge and a 3-week run with Bob Dylan, from Ireland to Portugal.

Jules remains a timeless beacon of authenticity, capturing the hearts of listeners with his evocative voice and poignant songwriting. With a rich musical history and an ever-evolving repertoire, he remains a vital force in the industry, inspiring and touching the lives of countless listeners around the world.

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Philip Krohnengold

Currently touring with Maddison Cunningham, Philip has toured with Sara Bareilles, The Milk Carton Kids, members of Wilco, the Jayhawks, and Soul Asylum in the band Golden Smog, country music’s Jennifer Nettles (Sugarland), and performed with Jackson Browne, Paul F. Tomkins, Meiko, and of course our own Gary Jules. As a session musician he’s collaborated with several producers of note including T Bone Burnett, Ethan Johns, Tony Berg, Justin Meldal-Johnsen, and his recording work as a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist has been heard on countless TV shows including Better Call Saul, Arrested Development, Star Trek Picard, and Nashville.