Keziah Jones

He describes his musical style as "Blufunk", which is a fusion between raw blues elements and hard, edgy funk rhythms.

Keziah Jones developed a reputation as a distinctive musician and charismatic performer with a unique hard funk style, moving frequently between London and Paris.

Over his career, he has released six studio albums, producing hits such as “Where Is Life,” “A Million Miles From Home,” “Beautiful Emilie,” “Femiliarise,” “Kpafuca,” and “1973.” Recently, Keziah Jones recorded his first full live album in Lagos with his long-term band, including Josh “McNasty” McKenzie on drums, Joey “Anchor man” Grant and Alex ‘Beanz” Miller on bass, and Edem “Amen” Viana on guitar.

He is currently working on his seventh studio album and collaborating on various side projects, including an EP titled Class Of 89 with famed French EDM producer Philippe Cohen Solal.

Jones, who splits his time between Lagos, Nigeria, and Paris, France, frequently explores the relationship between the northern and southern hemispheres in his art.

I’m talking about young urban Africa.” Keziah Jones continues to innovate and create, solidifying his place as a significant figure in both the African and global music scenes.

Unplugged concert in Strasbourg, France, September 2008
ph. Penelope Caillet