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Ashton Jones

Ashton Jones is a rising star of soul and funk music who has cemented his reputation as one of the country’s freshest and most talented performers. Championed early-on by BBC Radio 2, Craig Charles and BBC 6 Music, his band: The Ashton Jones Project is rapidly becoming known for their vibrant and dynamic live performances, drawing influence from James Brown, Stevie Wonder, Earth Wind & Fire, Rick James and Prince. With a throwback style rarely seen across the pond, The Ashton Jones Project deliver soulful melodies, gritty funk and sparks of falsetto with an audience captivating brand of energy, flair and musicianship. Following on from the success of their self titled debut EP, the group released their hotly anticipated first album ‘Toast’, a contemporary interpretation of funk and soul music, described by Vanguard Magazine "as if Earth Wind & Fire and Stevie Wonder worked together and got Prince in for a guest-spot"