RUSTY BLADEN AND THE LIVIN’ DAYLIGHTS

Rusty’s show is a high-energy, freewheeling tour-de-force of Bladen originals, rock and roll, country-rock covers, and an evening that turns into a party. Bladen has performed at festivals, and clubs throughout Indiana and the Midwest, captivating the crowd with his performance, his band, and plenty of audience participation. Rusty has toured in Ireland, is a summer festival favorite, and his music has been featured in a major studio film.

Rusty Bladen and The Livin’ Daylights: Rusty Bladen with Tyler Brindel (drums) and Jackson Bladen (keyboards). The festival band includes Marty Miller and Neil Bladen (bass), Seth Perkins (guitar), and Michael Fortunato (sax).

“Rusty’s songs pack a blast of Petty-esque rock and roll and Americana grit.”

— American Rock Review

Rusty’s new album release, a four-song EP produced by Dane Clark, is Rusty’s first studio release in 11 years. The songs are being released as singles on all streaming platforms. “Dark Days” debuted as the first single on July 3, 2025. The second single, “Float”, was released on August 28, 2025. The third single, “Ode to Radio”, was released on November 25, 2025. Clark, the longtime drummer in the John Mellencamp band, plays on all four tracks in the studio. In addition, Jackson Bladen plays keyboards and adds background vocals on the record. Read more

“For the past 30 years, Bladen has been writing music and building his audience, stacking show after show of heartland rock and roll to gain a reputation as one of the Midwest’s most engaging live performers.“ – Americana Rock Newsletter