Jake Luhrs
| Jake Luhrs | |
|---|---|
 Luhrs performing with August Burns Red in 2014 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | William Jacob Luhrs |
| Origin | Greenville, South Carolina[1] |
| Genres | |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instruments | Vocals |
| Years active | 2006-present |
| Labels | Solid State, Fearless |
| Associated acts | |
Jake Luhrs, born William Jacob "Jake" Luhrs, is an American musician best known as the lead vocalist of August Burns Red.
Background
Luhrs started his musical career with the band August Burns Red, after Vocalist Josh McManness left. Luhrs has performed on all the ABR albums, minus Thrill Seeker in 2005 and Looks Fragile After All in 2003. Luhrs has performed on several guest vocal spots, whether it be live or studio, including Pierce the Veil,[2][3] Blessthefall,[4] and For Today.[5] Luhrs runs a charity which he calls Heart Support.[6][7][8][9][10] Luhrs, along with Matt Greiner and JB Brubaker and members of We Came as Romans and Blessthefall, appear in parody metal band, Amidst the Grave's Demons video for "Save My Life".
Personal Life
Luhrs was married to Kristen Michelle Welch since 2011, but they have since separated.[9] Luhrs is a devout Christian.[11][12] Luhrs also won the Artist Philanthropic Award at the APMA Awards of 2016.[13]
Discography
August Burns Red
- Messengers (2007)
- Constellations (2009)
- Leveler (2011)
- August Burns Red Presents: Sleddin' Hill (2012)
- Rescue & Restore (2013)
- Found in Far Away Places (2015)
Guest Performances
- Kingdoms - Life in Your Way (2011)
- Immortal - For Today (2012)
- Hollow Bodies - Blessthefall (2013)
- "Caraphernelia" [Live] - Pierce the Veil (2015)
References
- ↑ Jake Luhrs at the Wayback Machine. HeartSupport. Retrieved on November 22, 2016.
- ↑ Emily (August 6, 2015). "Pierce the Veil Perform Caraphernelia With August Burns Red's Jake Luhrs". Kerrang!. Retrieved November 18, 2016.
- ↑ Sharp, Tyler (August 5, 2015). "Pierce the Veil perform with August Burns Red vocalist, unnecessary-yet-awesome heaviness ensues". Alternative Press. Retrieved November 18, 2016.
- ↑ Bower, Chad (June 10, 2013). "Blessthefall Releasing New Album "Hollow Bodies" In August". Loudwire. Retrieved November 18, 2016.
- ↑ wookubus (March 30, 2012). "For Today's "Immortal" To Features Cameos From August Burns Red, P.O.D. & Sleeping Giant Vocalists". Theprp. Retrieved November 18, 2016.
- ↑ Garza, Adrian (June 12, 2013). "UTG INTERVIEW: Jake Luhrs of heartsupport / August Burns Red". Underneath the Gun. Retrieved November 18, 2016.
- ↑ "Here's How You Can Help AUGUST BURNS RED's Jake Luhrs Change Lives On The VANS WARPED TOUR". Rock Feed. Retrieved November 18, 2016.
- ↑ Gee-Kellems, Christie (July 25, 2013). "Interview with Jake Luhrs of Heart Support / August Burns Red". Retrieved November 18, 2016.
- 1 2 Toby Morrell, Matt Carter, and Joey Svenson. "#157 Jake Luhrs of August Burns Red". The Bad Christian Podcast. Retrieved November 18, 2016.
- ↑ "August Burns Red's Jake Luhrs Talks His Foundation, HeartSupport". Revolver. December 17, 2014. Retrieved November 18, 2016.
- ↑ Belcher, Josh (August 6, 2015). "Jake Luhrs of August Burns Red". Rocking God's House. Retrieved November 18, 2016.
- ↑ Sarachik, Justin (November 11, 2014). "August Burns Red Vocalist Say They're "Not a Ministry" Christian Band Who's "Soul Purpose" is to preach; Lets Music Speak Truth". Breathcast. Retrieved November 18, 2016.
- ↑ Chatterjee, Kika (July 18, 2016). "August Burns Red's Jake Luhrs wins Artist Philanthropic Award for HeartSupport at 2016 APMAs". Alternative Press. Retrieved November 18, 2016.
External Links
- Shane (January 2016). "Episode 6 - Jake Luhrs (August Burns Red)". Lead Singer Syndrome. Retrieved November 18, 2016.