Featured Release
Tainted Tapes
Tainted Tapes is Holden Garcia's debut album, released February 28, 2026. The 14-track album features original music written, arranged, and recorded by Holden, who also performs every vocal and instrumental part himself. Blending acoustic-driven indie rock with Americana and alternative influences, Tainted Tapes reflects Holden's…
On Stage & Beyond
Summerfest – Tiki Hut Stage
July 3, 2026
Illinois State Fair
2025 · First Place · Male Vocalist, 12 and Under · Opportunities
Illinois Music Education Association
2025–2026 · First Place · Junior Instrumental/Vocal Solo · Afterhours
Tainted Tapes
Album · 14 tracks · February 28, 2026
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Opportunities: Live Studio Performance
A live studio performance of Holden’s original song Opportunities, recorded April 3, 2026.
Live performances
July 3, 2026
Summerfest – Tiki Hut Stage
Tiki Hut Stage
July 25, 2026
Homegrown Arts & Music Festival 2026
BaseCamp
June 5, 2026
Bitter Jester Music Festival 2026
Port Clinton Square
Live, so far
- Performances
- 73
- Festivals & Showcases
- 25
- Venues
- 39
Press & Media
Podcast Appearances
New Music Friday on Retro Rock Roundup with Holden Garcia
Holden talks with Retro Rock Roundup about his start in music, Tainted Tapes, and the album’s record release party.
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Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast Ep. 242
Holden joins Ray the Roadie and Hollywood Mike for a conversation about making music and performing, with a live performance during the episode.
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Holden Garcia is an indie rock and Americana artist from the Chicago area. His acoustic-driven original music brings together songwriting, multi-instrumental performances, and modern folk-rock energy. His 14-track debut album, Tainted Tapes, was released February 28, 2026, with Holden performing every vocal and instrumental part. His live experience includes Summerfest, Bitter Jester Music Festival, and community stages across Chicagoland, where he performs original songs and selected covers.
“The finger never goes far from the fret.”
Holden Garcia