Kara Jackson

Kara Jackson is an award-winning poet, singer-songwriter, and producer from Oak Park, Illinois (Chicago). She is the 2019 National Youth Poet Laureate, and Youth Poet Laureate of Chicago (2018). Kara released her debut album Why Does the Earth Give Us People to Love? in April 2023. Kara is also the author of the poetry book Bloodstone Cowboy. Kara's music and writing are inspired by the American South and her experiences growing up in Chicago. Kara's album has garnered support from the likes of Pitchfork, NPR, CRACK Magazine, Rolling Stone, The Needle Drop, Pigeons & Planes, and more.

Past Shows


May
9
th
2025
First Avenue
May
9
th
2025
First Avenue

Allison Russell

ALL RETURNERS TOUR
with Kara Jackson

More Shows

Oct
22
nd
First Avenue
Sep
23
rd
Amsterdam Bar & Hall

Ethan Regan

with The Man The Myth The Meatslab
Jul
26
th
Fine Line

INTERNET KIDS ⏤ Hyperpop Dance Party

Oct
27
th
Fine Line

Good Neighbours