“Jon LaDeau has a knack for hitting the sweet spot with a punctuating sound built on melody and narrative commentary. The economic sounds of Todd Snider & Hayes Carll sneak up on LaDeau’s presentation, earning him legit nods in both the Americana and Folk realms.” ~ Glide Magazine
Jon LaDeau hails from the Pine Barrens in southern New Jersey, a vast stretch of open space where time stands still and the wilds still run free.
From a young age Jon tapped into the energy of his surroundings and embraced the community of artists and musicians he found himself growing up around. After receiving a 4-track tape recorder at the age of 10, Jon began writing, recording, and putting together bands. It didn’t take long for him and his brother/writing partner, Justin LaDeau, to start filling up boxes of tapes with original music. By the time he left high school, Jon was already playing regularly throughout NJ and the Philly area with his own band and as a guitarist/harmony singer for hire. After a few years of playing in nearly every bar and venue in NJ (and some parties for the Hells Angels) the big city started calling.
Upon arriving in New York, Jon immediately began recording and releasing his own music. He has released 4 full length albums, an EP, and a Direct to Vinyl collaboration with Leesta Vall. Jon has toured internationally to support these albums and has had his music featured on Comedy Central, SyFy and in films. He has shared festival bills with Jeff Tweedy, Emmylou Harris, Sturgill Simpson, Commander Cody and many others. In addition to his original music, Jon is an in demand sideman and session musician. He can be heard on albums by the National Reserve, Jenna Nicholls, Johnny Society, and many others. As a former member of The National Reserve, Jon has had the privilege of sharing the stage with Amy Helm, Brent Cobb, and Tedeschi Trucks Band.
2025 looks to be a busy year for Jon with his new album, Chateau LaDeau, slated for release in the warmer months. This album sonically reflects the thousands of miles Jon has traveled as a musician, spanning across many styles and musical collaborators.
Jon’s spirited guitar playing…brought this magical show home for everyone involved
Brooklyn's Jon LaDeau visits many streams of Americana, as well as reggae, in his free-flowing, folk-based music.
Ranging from the heartfelt to the funky and activating everything in between, this album (Roads) is one to watch this fall.
“A timeless sound”
Jon LaDeau, an adept blues guitarist, brought his soulful old-time Americana
Jon LaDeau is taking Brooklyn to the genres usually reserved for Austin, Chicago and New Orleans. This is a truly down home American style, presented with grit... irony-free.
Time Out NY
Brooklyn singer-songwriter Jon LaDeau plays sweetly rustic, creaky blues.
Jon LaDeau has a voice that is a distinctive enough presence, there are hints of a young Neil Young, to these ears at least, and in some ways that masters eclectic approach may also serve LaDeau well.
Winterthurer Musikfestwochen (CH)
Jon LaDeau...with his band or as a solo artist always comes across very genuine.
