Paul Ubana Jones

After a captivating sold out show in March, Paul Ubana Jones returns to wow Whitianga and the wider Coromandel.
Paul Ubana Jones is a genuine World Music artist and showcases his music to stunning effect in art galleries/concert halls/night clubs and ‘world festivals'. An Acoustic Guitar Sensation, Paul has toured with the best: Norah Jones, Crowded House, Taj Mahal, Keb Mo Tuck and Patti and Ladysmith Black Mambazo.

Born and raised in Britain to a Nigerian father and a Yorkshire mother. He speaks with a London accent. Caught the explosive Sixties scene when the centre of music resided there. Saw Hendrix and the others as a teen. He gained a musical scholarship and his studies included classical music, along with his playing of guitar and cello.

Crucially, he would have been in the vicinity of other innovative touchstone guitar virtuosos. Richard Thompson, Peter Green, Davey Graham, and Jimmy Page in his folkie jacket. This informs his multi-personality guitar style.
Before becoming a resident of New Zealand, he was a resident of Switzerland by marriage. Performed extensively in both Canadian and USA festivals. He has also been awarded since arriving and becoming an NZ citizen: 3 major music awards (including a Tui Award) and has to date released 9 albums.

Don’t miss this unique musician! Get your tickets early. Doors at 7pm (happy hour from then), show from 8pm.