Jay Dee "JD" Hale - JD Hale was born near Oakwood, VA in Page "Holler". He says he wrote his first song when he was ten years old. JD has the soul of a poet; his songs get close to the heart. He said his mother sang as she sat at her sewing machine making clothes for her family. We are honored that JD has visited the Smyth County Jam and hope he will see fit to return many times. JD's uncle Earl played fiddle with The Virginia Drifters at one time. He is a man of many talents and has worked at various occupations: coal miner, carpenter etc. His father was a miner for forty years. Now days JD says he is making his living writing songs. We wish him well in this endeavor. He has a CD out titled" SONGS FOR MAMA". It is quite good and from the heart. If any one wishes to buy one you can contact him at this number: 1-276-657-1404 or get in touch with Black Crow Art and Publishing Co 198 Keenon Lane, Tazewell, VA 24651. JD really liked the atmosphere and friendliness of the Smyth County Jam. He says he felt welcome as soon as he came in the door.
