Chance Hayden - Jazz-Funk Guitarist, Composer & Producer | Portland-Based Artist Tickets

Chance Hayden is a Portland, Oregon-based guitarist, composer, and producer known for his neo-soul-jazz sensibility and inventive baritone guitar textures. Since the mid-2000s, he has built a reputation for blending jazz-funk grooves with soulful melodies, creating a sound that sits at the intersection of sophisticated composition and accessible groove. Hayden continually experiments with organ-trio textures and dynamic arrangements, earning him a dedicated following among fans of modern jazz and indie soul.

A versatile collaborator, Hayden has released a string of acclaimed projects and singles, including the recent Baritone Gold (2024) and Grab & Go (2020). His work with artists across the jazz, funk, and R&B spectrum showcases his ability to lead as a bandleader and contribute as a seasoned producer. Whether crafting intimate live riffs or expansive, groove-forward tracks, Hayden’s music remains grounded in thoughtful melody and rhythmic drive.

Based in Portland, he tours regularly and connects with audiences through social media and his official site, where fans can follow upcoming shows, new releases, and behind-the-scenes insights into his creative process.

Upcoming performances in 2025 keep Chance Hayden in the spotlight of the Portland music scene. Secure your seats for his live sets at Norse Hall, The 1905, and Crystal Hotel / Al's Den, and experience how he blends baritone guitar tones with jazz-funk energy. For the latest tour updates, official social channels offer direct access to performance details and new music drops.

Highlighted discography spans Baritone Gold (2024), Grab & Go (2020), Get Somethin' (2018), and The Family Tree (2013). Each release showcases his evolution as a guitarist and producer, with collaborations that highlight his neo-soul-jazz approach.