Hubie Ashcraft of Fort Wayne, IN is a Singer/Songwriter/Performer who can often be seen sharing the stage with his band The Drive. Together they exude a powerful, high-energy show that will entertain you until the very last note. Hubie is widely known for playing his white Fender Stratocaster and 1952 Telecaster . His music is infused with pop hooks, poetic lyrics and soul that are both traditional and contemporary. In addition to playing electric guitar, he also plays acoustic guitar and has two years of classical guitar training.

Ashcraft started playing guitar when he was twelve years old, but it wasn’t until he saw Bruce Springsteen perform live in Indianapolis, IN when he was fifteen that he knew he wanted to make music his career. Ashcraft has also been influenced by other musical talents such as: Merle Haggard, Vince Gill, Van Morrison, Tom Petty, John Mellencamp and Willie Nelson.

When he’s not on stage with The Drive, Ashcraft performs intimate acoustic shows where he has had the honor of working alongside other talented singers, songwriters, and musicians including: Sunny Taylor, Rob Van Ryn, Adam Strack, Garry Jones and Travis Gow. Ashcraft has received accolades for his work and contributions with former groups Twelve and Two, Still Groove, Shakin' Bake and Allan & Ashcraft.

Ashcraft has been fortunate to share the stage with several national recording artists including: The Band Perry, Jimmy Wayne, Jo Dee Messina, Gretchen Wilson, Emerson Drive, David Nail, Justin Moore, Eric Church, Jake Owen, James Otto, Luke Bryan, Joe Nichols, Kellie Pickler, Randy Houser, Joe Diffie and Country Music Legends George Jones and Randy Travis.

Concert goers can expect to hear all of their favorite traditional and contemporary country hits as well as original music written by Ashcraft and female vocal powerhouse Staci Elizabeth. There is no less than an electrifying performance each time this band takes the stage. From spectacular fiddle & guitar solos to impressive vocals and a rhythm section that makes you move whether you’re ready or not, this is one class act you don’t want to miss.

Ashcraft is an amazing young artist with talent beyond his years that you have to see and hear to believe. You will find his music is performed with such energy and open hearted spirit that it creates an amazing chemistry between him and his audience. Passion and integrity rank at the top of the list for this versatile musician.