Jesse Welles Brings Country-Tinged ‘Horses’ To ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’

Jesse Welles was the musical guest on Thursday’s episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live. Welles performed “Horses” from his new album, Middle, which arrived on February 21.

A prolific songwriter, Jesse Welles has performed and released music under various names such as Jeh Sea Wells and simply Welles along with the groups Dead Indian and Comsic-American. Jesse Welles released two studio albums in 2024, Hells Welles and Patchwork, and now follows with Middle.

Welles selected Middle opener “Horses” to perform on Jimmy Kimmel Live. The song showcases Jesse’s signature songsmithery. Dave Matthews introduced him at Farm Aid 2024 as “one of the best songwriters I’ve ever heard in my life.” Known for his topical songs, “Horses” is a more macro, existential rumination.

Watch Jesse Welles perform “Horses” on Jimmy Kimmel Live below:

After the Kimmel play, Jesse Welles is sticking around Hollywood to perform at the historic Troubadour tonight (March 28). Scroll down for his full tour routing and ticket info.