Jim Abel

Jim Abel
Born	(1947-03-01) March 1, 1947 Independence, Missouri, U.S.
Occupation(s)	Singer-songwriter, healthcare executive (former)
Years active	2002–present (music)
Known for	Folk and alternative music
Notable work	Live! from Death Valley Junction (2003), Patriot Act (2003), Decoration Day (2006), Thunder (2008)
Spouse	Deborah Hays

Jim Abel (born March 1, 1947, in Independence, Missouri) is an American singer-songwriter known for his work in folk and alternative genres, drawing inspiration from the American Songbook, Woody Guthrie, and music of the 1960s.

Abel started crafting songs while attending Wheaton College (Illinois), where he studied philosophy. He later obtained an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management as an Austin Scholar and built a successful career as a healthcare executive.

In 1984, Abel transitioned away from the corporate sector to focus on managing investments and dedicating time to his family. By 2002, he renewed his commitment to music, composing and performing a diverse array of pieces including comedic, political, and theatrical songs.

He frequently performed in the Kansas City, Missouri region and received coverage from media such as The Kansas City Star, Johnson County Sun, Lee's Summit Journal, along with television channels KBMC TV9 and WDAF TV4. His presence was also noted online through The Pitch Wayward Blog and KansasCity.com.

Abel has independently produced four albums: Live! from Death Valley Junction (2003), Patriot Act (2003), Decoration Day (2006), and Thunder (2008).

He currently lives in Leawood, Kansas with his spouse, Deborah Hays.

See also

• List of Wheaton College (Illinois) alumni