Who is Thomas Jude?
Hello there! Thank you so much for stopping by to check out my little corner of the internet. My name is Thomas, and I'm a music teacher, musician, and proud West Virginian from the small town of Delbarton.
Current Projects
My musical endeavors have taken exciting turns over the years. I’m currently playing bass with the Brayden Williamson Band, and I stay active in the local music scene whenever I can.
However, my main focus is my own group, the Thomas Jude Band. The lineup includes:
Alan Riffle on keys (and bass duties!)
Terry Soltesz on drums
Me on rhythm/lead guitar, vocals, and the occasional trumpet cameo
We write and perform songs that explore life, love, and anything else on my mind. Our style sits somewhere under the broad “Americana” umbrella, but don’t be surprised to hear funk, bluegrass, or something in between when you catch us live.
Let’s Collaborate
I’m always on the lookout for new opportunities—whether that’s booking a solo or full-band gig, laying down some trumpet or bass for another project, or collaborating on songwriting. I have a full recording setup and can work remotely or travel as needed.
If you’re interested in teaming up for a project—or if you just want to talk music—feel free to reach out. I’d love to hear from you!

Reflections on Year 3 of Highwall Music Festival
My journey of planning a music festival started over three years ago now. We finished the last round back in early August. Despite getting rained on for the duration of the first day, the second day went off without a hitch. I’m not sure what the future holds for the festival, but I feel privileged to have met so many talented folks who have helped me pull it off.