Born into a deep Appalachian musical tradition in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Jerry Harmon’s upbringing was steeped in sound. His earliest musical memories include strumming a homemade banjo crafted by his Uncle Gene, while radio broadcasts of Hank Williams Sr., Flatt & Scruggs, and Ray Price shaped his lifelong love of authentic American music. ​By age 12, armed with a Sears & Roebuck Truetone guitar and tireless determination, Jerry began teaching himself to play using a lesson book by famed North Carolina guitarist, Arthur Smith.

 

These formative years—combined with decades of touring, recording, and storytelling—have shaped Jerry Harmon into what fans affectionately call “The Smoky Mountain Storyteller.”​ Now based in Kemah, Texas, Jerry brings his signature blend of Americana, country, folk, and storytelling to local venues, private events, festivals, bars, and waterfront stages, gathering audiences the way mountains gather clouds—naturally and together.​ Jerry’s studio album Walk Softly, named a Country Magazine highlight, pairs him with acclaimed producer Pat Holt (Dr. Hook, Keith Bryant, Darlene Austin) and bridges classic country songwriting with a modern edge. The fan-favorite track “Grandmas Are Sexy Too” offers a playful, heartfelt nod to life, love, and lived experience.​

 

Now booking live music performances in Kemah, TX and surrounding coastal communities, Jerry Harmon offers an unforgettable live show rooted in history, heart, and world-class musicianship.