Chicagoland indie rock
HOLDEN
GARCIA
Acoustic-driven original music.
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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…
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Single · July 29, 2026 · Mumford & Sons cover
House of Music
EP · October 14, 2025
On Stage & Beyond
Summerfest – Tiki Hut Stage
July 3, 2026
Illinois State Fair
2025 · First Place · Male Vocal Solo, 12 & 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.
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Summerfest 2026: Tiki Hut Stage
Holden’s full Tiki Hut Stage performance at Summerfest 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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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
- 77
- Festivals & Showcases
- 26
- Venues
- 43
Press & Media
Reviews
Holden Garcia – Tainted Tapes
Jer@SBS
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I was immediately impressed by what Holden can do.
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Holden Garcia to Represent DuPage County at 2027 Illinois State Talent Contest
Holden Garcia will represent DuPage County at the 2027 Illinois State Talent Contest after winning first place in the Junior Division at the 2026 DuPage County Fair.
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Back with the Blackhawks for “Name That Tune”
Holden returned for “Name That Tune” at the Chicago Blackhawks' October 25 Best Day Ever event.
DuPage County representation announced for the 2027 state talent contest
An October 23 announcement confirmed Holden's Junior Division representation for DuPage County at the 2027 IAAF State Talent Contest in Springfield.
Original music on Summerfest’s Tiki Hut Stage
Holden's all-original Tiki Hut Stage set during Summerfest included Tainted Tapes songs and the live debut of “fragile.”
Writing, recording, performing.
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
Frequently asked questions
Find out how Holden writes songs, where to listen, and how to book a performance.
How old is Holden?
Holden Garcia is 13 years old and has been performing publicly for over 4 years. He gave his first public performance at age 8 during the New Makers Market at Bronkberry Farms in June 2022.
Since then, he's performed at festivals, community events, and music venues throughout Chicagoland and beyond, developing his own indie rock and Americana style while writing, recording, and performing original music.
What kind of music does Holden make?
Holden makes acoustic-driven indie rock and Americana. His live sets bring his original songs together with selected covers.
Does Holden write and record his own songs?
Yes. Holden writes his own original songs and records vocals and instruments for his studio productions. He enjoys experimenting with arrangements and building recordings one part at a time.
Where can I listen to Holden’s music?
Listen on the Music page, or find Holden’s Spotify, Apple Music, Bandcamp, and other artist profiles on Links.