About

Guitarist and Producer Dr. Adam Hawley has burst on to the scene as a celebrated and innovative artist, composer and band leader. Handpicked by Maurice White (founder of Earth, Wind, & Fire) he first debuted on the legend's label Kalimba Music. Now helming his own label MBF Entertainment, Adam’s six albums and work as a producer has spawned an incredible 17 Billboard #1 Hits.  Additional accolades include Mediabase artist of the year in 2024, Billboard song of year in 2022 and 2020, and a #1 album in sales as per Nielsen in 2020.  Coupling this with a robust touring schedule throughout the world, the best is yet to come. 

Select Tour Date Highlights Include: 
•Seabreeze Jazz Fest

•Java Jazz 
•Mallorca Jazz Fest 
•Berks Jazz Fest

•Dave Koz Cruise 
•Newport Beach Jazz Festival 
•Catalina Jazz Fest 
•Napa Valley Jazz Getaway 
•Smooth Jazz Cruise 
•Cancun Jazz Fest 
•Earl Klugh’s Weekend of Jazz 
•Rehoboth Jazz Festival 

In addition to touring as a leader, he has also played for Jennifer Lopez, Natalie Cole, Lalah Hathaway, The Manhattan Transfer, Brian McKnight, and appeared on American Idol in the house band to name a few. He also is an educator holding a Doctorate in Musical Arts from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles.