Grammy nominated Jon B. is a consummate artist, an accomplished musician and a noted songwriter and producer with several gold and platinum records under his belt. His richly textured body of music is a testament to a man’s love for all things soul. His beginnings were seasoned by early influences including Duran Duran, Inxs, Marvin Gaye, Michael Jackson, Babyface, Prince and Sade. With a career spanning over 25 years, Jon B.’s production and songwriting abilities continue to grow with the times. Grittier in songwriting approach and richer in voice than most of his contemporaries, R&B artist Ro James gained a foothold independently before he made his commercial breakthrough with "Permission" (2015). The slow jam welded classic early-'70s soul and modern trap-styled production, earned a Grammy nomination and a platinum certification, and highlighted Eldorado (2016), his debut album. His ninth studio album ‘WAITING on YOU’ with features from R&B heavyweights Tank, Donell Jones and Alex Isley and rapper Rick Ross. was released 21st March 2025 Presented by The Blues Kitchen Manchester. This is an 18+ event