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ABOUT
A 16th Annual Latin GRAMMY nominated drummer and 20-time DOWNBEAT music award winner (2009-2015 Best Jazz Group, Best Blues/Pop/Rock Group categories), Jonathan Thomas is respected widely as a multi-dimensional drummer/producer/composer/arranger that travels with numerous ensembles nationally and internationally. He captures the hearts of audiences with his drumming and his relational spirit. Along with his musicianship, Jonathan's passion and creativity are evident in his work as a teacher, mentor and collaborator. His groove on the drum set has been described by many artists as inimitable and versatile, possessing a heavy pocket with an affinity for detail, sensitivity, and poly-rhythmic independence making him one of the most influential drummers in a plethora of genres in today's generation. He brings an exhilarating combination of stage presence and eclectic musicianship to each performance.
Artists that he has performed/toured/recorded/collaborated with to name a few include: Civilian, Ascend The Hill, Jose Valentino, Brother Cephus, Justino and The Difference, Jordan Deal, Gislani Lins, John Wilds, Entropy (Tampa-based funk-fusion ensemble).
Tours include: United States, Canada, New Zealand, Colombia, Costa Rica, and Australia with Civilian, Ascend The Hill and the Jose Valentino Band
Festivals include: Parachute Music Festival, Cape Coral Jazz Festival, Clearwater Jazz Festival, Bainbridge Jazz Festival, St. Armand's Jazz Festival, Ft. Meyer's Jazz Festival and many more
Highlighted albums include: Civilian "You Wouldn't Believe What Privilege Costs"; Ascend The Hill's "Hymns"/"O Randsomed Son"; Jose Valentino & Latin Jazz Ensemble featuring Giovanni Hidalgo "I Make You Want To Move"; Justino&The Difference "Nobody"
Currently Jonathan is the drummer for indie-rock outfit "Civilian" (Tooth&Nail Records) based in Nashville, TN and was also the drummer for indie-worship band "Ascend the Hill" since its creation. He also maintains a busy and diverse performing, recording and teaching schedule based in Tampa, FL.
Artists that he has performed/toured/recorded/collaborated with to name a few include: Civilian, Ascend The Hill, Jose Valentino, Brother Cephus, Justino and The Difference, Jordan Deal, Gislani Lins, John Wilds, Entropy (Tampa-based funk-fusion ensemble).
Tours include: United States, Canada, New Zealand, Colombia, Costa Rica, and Australia with Civilian, Ascend The Hill and the Jose Valentino Band
Festivals include: Parachute Music Festival, Cape Coral Jazz Festival, Clearwater Jazz Festival, Bainbridge Jazz Festival, St. Armand's Jazz Festival, Ft. Meyer's Jazz Festival and many more
Highlighted albums include: Civilian "You Wouldn't Believe What Privilege Costs"; Ascend The Hill's "Hymns"/"O Randsomed Son"; Jose Valentino & Latin Jazz Ensemble featuring Giovanni Hidalgo "I Make You Want To Move"; Justino&The Difference "Nobody"
Currently Jonathan is the drummer for indie-rock outfit "Civilian" (Tooth&Nail Records) based in Nashville, TN and was also the drummer for indie-worship band "Ascend the Hill" since its creation. He also maintains a busy and diverse performing, recording and teaching schedule based in Tampa, FL.