“The energy at The Ryman Auditorium was pleasant and inviting as Boston based musician, Jesse Ahern, walked on stage. Ahern, who has previously toured with Dropkick Murphys, captivated the crowd with not only his beautiful voice, but also his amazing storytelling. He had the crowd’s undivided attention as he spoke about how he got his start, his children, and how he appreciates Dropkick Murphys for giving him a chance to live his dream. During his 35 minute set he performed the songs “Pray,” “I Drive A Truck,” and closed out with fan favorite “Logging Miles.” ” - Brittany Nicholson
“Ahern’s Springsteenian roots rock sound not only sounds right at home in a punk rock club but was particularly well received by a blue collar, working class, pro-union crowd.”
— Jason Stone - Dying Scene
“Openers Jesse Ahern and Jaime Wyatt helped warm up the frozen crowd. Ahern mostly played the role of acoustic troubadour, but with an edge befitting the headliner and a pro-labor message to match, including the sing-along “I Drive a Truck.” Wyatt also came out and joined him on “The Older I Get.”” - Andrew Gulden
A night of grit, rebellion, and folk spirit. Jesse Ahern brings working-class roots rock and punk-fueled anthems, My Druthers delivers rousing Irish rebel songs and sea shanties, and Vince Cayo rounds out the bill with driving, story-rich folk from England. Come sing loud.
