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Kentucky Sunshine 3:430:00/3:43
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Be With Me 3:440:00/3:44
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0:00/3:19
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A Smile 3:220:00/3:22
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Where I Need To Be 3:330:00/3:33
“When I first witnessed Parker Hastings in a performance setting I was a struck immediately by his presence, composure, and skill. There was nothing to get in the way of the music flowing out of him directly to the hearts of his audience. To see this in such a young player is rare, and I knew then that he had a great career ahead and so many were going to be sharing his abundant gifts in the future. He is a true guitar artist!” - John Jorgenson - The Hellicasters, Elton John, Desert Rose Band
About Parker Hastings
Kentucky native Parker Hastings is a guitarist, singer, and songwriter whose music blends the traditions of country, fingerstyle guitar, Americana, and roots music. Now based in Nashville, Parker has built a career around the music that first inspired him growing up in central Kentucky.
Parker began playing guitar at six years old, drawing early inspiration from players and songwriters including Chet Atkins, Steve Wariner, Tommy Emmanuel, James Taylor, and many others. Those influences helped shape a style that combines intricate fingerstyle guitar playing with strong melodies, honest songwriting, and an appreciation for the music that came before him.
Performing professionally since his early teens, Parker has taken his music from intimate listening rooms to festival stages across the country. He currently tours as a member of Celtic rock band Gaelic Storm while continuing to perform and record as a solo artist. Whether playing an instrumental arrangement, singing a classic, or sharing one of his own songs, Parker’s approach remains rooted in musicianship, storytelling, and connecting with an audience.
His latest project, Kentucky Sunshine, reflects many of the people, places, and experiences that have shaped him along the way. Parker continues to write and record new music while touring and building the next chapter of his career from Nashville.
Awards and Accomplishments:
2023 Recording of The Year, National Thumbpickers Hall of Fame
2023 Artist in Residence, Kentucky Music Hall of Fame
2018 "Thumbpicker of the Year" by National Thumbpickers Hall of Fame
2018 1st Place Winner at the Wayne Henderson Festival and Competition
2017 Recording of the Year for "Breezin' Through Life" by National Thumbpickers Hall of Fame
2017 1st Place Winner Renfro Valley Talent Contest
2016 Recording of the Year for "Whimsical Smiles" by National Thumbpickers Hall of Fame
2015 "Thumbpicker of the Year" by National Thumbpickers Hall of Fame
2014 Grand Champion in Home of the Legends Thumbpicking Contest
2014 Horizon Award Winner by National Thumbpickers Hall of Fame
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