JONNY JUKEBOX
Austin, Texas, United States | Established. Jan 01, 2019 | SELF | AFTRA
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Over the past couple years, a solid club hip hop scene has been building up in Austin, with LNS Crew luminaries Corey Kendrix and Ana Love carving out an ominous aesthetic on their excellent EP Worth Something that appears to have influenced newcomers like Jonny Jukebox. Jukebox’s new album Adonis XIV shows how the darker club hip hop of Austin can be brought even further into the mainstream, particularly on standout tracks like “Summin’,” which features a great Puffinlye feature and a Michael Jackson musical nod. “Summin'” is a slinky tribute to locking eyes on the dancefloor, with Jukebox’s velvety smooth vocal working as an excellent contrast to the shadowy beat. The eerie synth stabs happening in the back of the mix also give the song a great edge and help it stand out from more cookie cutter club tracks. Though Jukebox could stand to get a bit more adventurous with his arrangements, “Summin'” is worth putting on repeat before any Friday night adventures. - OVRLD
“Lick” is a masterful modern ballad, filled to the brim with quotables, headnodic cadences, and transcendent jazz chords which is complementary to Jonny Jukebox’s diverse deliveries. - MIEUX MAGAZINE
Jonny Jukebox has really done it again. I love how he’s so consistent with his sound, quality, and production. Everything that he has created has been true, vulnerable, and pure. I want to acknowledge the growth of his voice projection— he is much more open and alive in his music by encouraging himself to do more adlibs & allowing his voice to be felt more than heard.
All songs on this EP were free-styled, but they were so carefully prepared and tastefully ordered that you would have believed that everything was calculated specifically word for word. That is how effortless Jonny is in his creative process.
This EP gives you the vibes of fun summer days and adventurous summer nights. It discusses spending each moment with the one you’re so in love with, acknowledging her charisma, beauty, moves, and presence.
Jonny’s personality splits into many diverse areas in these songs, from the cuddly adorable sweetheart in “Hello, Hi” to the erotic and naughty playboy in “Go Baby Go.” The production is so atmospheric and infectious allowing your mind and body to feel every word being spoken, generating different feelings of pleasure.
This was released before his official album “It’s Still Beautiful”. If the EP sounds this good, I have no idea what I am preparing myself for. Jonny never ceases to amaze me. I am so proud of him and his growth. He was so shy and timid when I was first introduced to him, and to see him blossom so much in his artistry makes me so happy. I can’t wait to play this in my car. It deserves to be heard!
Favorite tracks: “Hello, Hi”, “Go Baby Go”, “K.C.”, “Infinity”.
Stream the "IM4TU" EP right now on Spotify + Apple Music. - BCKGRND
The 11-track, video game-themed Adonis XIV made its case as one of Spring 2016’s numerous commended, everlasting projects among the likes of Beyoncé, Drake, ASAP Ferg, James Blake, and Chance the Rapper. It’s summarized as “introducing” Jonny to the world “…as he narrates the woes of a post break-up over chilling productions.” - The Renaissance
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Jonny Jukebox is a Texas-born singer-songwriter who has been making waves in the music industry with his vibrant blends of alternative R&B, pop, and hip hop. His unique approach to music-making, which involves conceptualizing each musical project as a different "video game," has captured the attention of fans and critics alike.
In 2016, Jonny released his first mixtape, "Adonis XIV," which quickly gained him a loyal fanbase and critical acclaim. The mixtape showcased Jonny's ability to create music that is both introspective and danceable, with songs that explore themes of love, heartbreak, and personal growth.
In 2022, Jonny followed up with the release of his highly anticipated project, "U > EVERYTHING ELSE." The mixtape saw Jonny expanding upon his signature sound, with even more genre-defying tracks that showcase his versatility as an artist.
Throughout his career, Jonny has collaborated with some of Texas' most notable musical talents, including Mobley (Including co writing “lord” from his latest EP “CRY HAVOC”) , Malik Baptiste, Scuare and Magna Carda.
These collaborations have helped to cement Jonny's reputation as an artist who is not only talented but also dedicated to building a strong musical community.
In 2023, Jonny was nominated for Best R&B at the Austin Music Awards, a testament to his growing influence in the music industry. That same year, he also performed at South by Southwest, one of the most prestigious music festivals in the world
Jonny's music is characterized by its depth and texture, with an alluring atmosphere that creates memorable moments in time. His range of sound is genre-less, with widespread appeal and universal accessibility that sonically personifies authenticity and individuality. With each new project, Jonny continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in music, cementing his place as one of the most exciting and innovative artists of his generation.
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