JW-Jones

Ottawa, ON

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JAZZ

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JW at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa

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2020 International Blues Challenge winner - Best Guitarist

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JW at Massey Hall

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JW and Buddy Guy

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Overview

"Amazing! They had folks grooving and dancing with their music, and everyone was raving about the incredible guitar skills and exceptional music all night" -Jaime Yu, President - Canadian Association of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

JW-Jones is a JUNO Award Nominee, Billboard Top 10 Blues artist, has released 12 albums and performed in 24 countries. He's performed numerous times with Buddy Guy, Canned Heat, and many more. JW can offer JAZZ combos, as well as the high-energy show they perform on festival stages across the globe.

Clients: Edward Jones, C.H.E.O., Cystic Fibrosis Canada, Ottawa Senators, E-Health, Devcore, CMPA, PSAC, Infor, The Prime Minister of Canada, and many more.


Reviews

2 reviews

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Wendy S.

July 20, 2022
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Wow!

We hired JW for a party and they delivered! Great music and our guests loved the pace and style. We had a 1920s theme party and they provided upbeat fun music over dinner. These guys are awesome and professionals. Will definitely hire them again!

Hired as: Blues Band, Jazz Band, Party Band


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Michael T.

July 5, 2021
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JW-Jones Band Simply Sublime!

From a logistics perspective it could not have been any smoother. JW called me to confirm the details and finalize the terms. The day of the event, the band arrived on time, immediately scoped out the space and picked the best spot to set up. Once they completed the set up, they broke to eat and then became all business. This band is the real deal.

I spent 13 years hanging at Manny's Carwash in the Upper East side of Manhattan and never experienced a band perform as well as this group from Ottawa. Consummate professionals, JW-Jones Band are true performers on stage who know their craft and love to play music in front of an audience. This was their first event in front of a physical audience since the pandemic, and their passion to play was only equalled only by their talent. Our guests begged them for a third set (encore) which they willingly obliged despite the late hour.

The Canada Day celebrations on our lake the next night were all buzzing about this band and how the contributed to the "best party ever." If you want a garden variety party, hire a DJ or another band. If you want your event to be legendary--then hire JW-Jones blues band. It's good for the soul.

Hired as: Blues Band

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Booking information

Price range: Contact for rates

Languages: English, French

Gig length: 10 - 300 minutes

What to expect

* High-Quality Music and Performance
* Excellent Professionalism
* DJ Services available
* Sound and Lights Provided
* We'll do what it takes to make sure every client is 100% Satisfied!

About

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“Amazing! They had folks of all ages grooving and dancing with their music, and everyone was raving about the incredible guitar skills and exceptional music all night.”
— Jaime Yu, President, Canadian Association of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (CAPM&R)

Looking for real music performed by real musicians?

Instead of a DJ, give your guests a memorable live performance from one of Canada’s most celebrated blues artists.

JW-Jones is a Billboard Top 10 Blues Artist, JUNO Award Nominee, and winner of the 2020 International Blues Challenge “Best Guitarist” Award in Memphis. Known for his high-energy shows and exceptional guitar playing, JW and his band have entertained audiences in 24 countries across four continents.

JW’s latest album “Everything Now” features special guest Jimmie Vaughan and was produced by Gordie Johnson (Big Sugar). His music continues to be a favourite on roots and blues radio worldwide.

Along the way, JW has shared the stage with legends such as Buddy Guy, opened for blues-rock icon George Thorogood, and delivered unforgettable performances at festivals, theatres, and corporate events around the globe.

“His evolution as a musician and vocalist shines through on this record like never before. Real songs, real playing by real people, and JW is the real deal.”
— Chuck Leavell (The Rolling Stones)

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Booking Options

1️⃣ JW-Jones Blues Band
Perfect for concerts, festivals, corporate events, and lively parties.
High-energy blues, blues-rock, swing, and roots music that gets audiences moving.

2️⃣ JW-Jones Jazz Trio / Jazz Combo
Ideal for cocktail hours, corporate receptions, and upscale events.
Stylish instrumental jazz inspired by artists like Wes Montgomery and Kenny Burrell.

Perfect For

• Corporate events
• Festivals and theatres
• Weddings and private parties
• Cocktail hours and receptions
• Fundraisers and galas

Past booked events

July 2022

15

Friday

Corporate Event

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Montebello, QC

July 2021

01

Thursday

Holiday Party

8:30pm - 11:30pm

Wentworth-Nord, QC

Set list

JW-Jones plays original material that has consistently landed him on the Billboard Top 10 (3 releases in a row), as well as classic blues/roots/R&B/soul covers from B.B. King and Muddy Waters, and from Stevie Wonder to the Fabulous Thunderbirds.

HOROJO Trio performs over 1500+ songs and can help tailor their set to your liking!