via FirstLadyB: Multiple Grammy nominee Jonathan Butler released his new Christmas album “Christmas Together” today. Jonathan has several high-profile jazz players on the project, which explains the “Together” title. The guest artists include Sheléa, Dave Koz, Keiko Matsui, Kirk Whalum, among many others. The record features holiday classics, done in the Jonathan Butler style, and one new song that […]
Jonathan Butler stresses the power of God in his new single “I Am That I Am,” which is complimented by a lyric video that pictures Butler on stage and around the town on his guitar. “I was inspired to write ‘I Am That I Am’ from knowing He is the God of all creation; the song […]
Jonathan Butler has spent a lifetime writing and recording music that uplifts and encourages others, but as he penned songs for his latest album, Free…
*Nelson Mandela. The name alone commands respect. The world is mourning the death of Mandela, the former President of South Africa, who was a revered humanitarian, a freedom fighter, an anti-apartheid icon, a father of modern South Africa and a giant of history. Singer Jonathan Butler, who hails from South Africa was as devastated as the […]
It’s almost ridiculous to think that a brilliant musician like Jonathan Butler has not released a Christmas album in the course of his decades-long recording career, but it’s true. That will all be resolved on October 1, 2013, when the jazz guitarist and vocalist releases his new album, Merry Christmas To You. Produced and arranged by Butler, the […]
A life well lived is often the best foundation for compelling art and there’s no denying Jonathan Butler has been blessed with a fascinating life. A South African native whose expansive musical gift has earned accolades in the R&B, contemporary jazz and gospel fields, Butler’s new release Grace and Mercy is filled with the soulful sounds and insightful lyrics […]
Grammy Award® nominated recording artist, singer/songwriter, and South African transplant Jonathan Butler loves the people of his adopted hometown of Los Angeles. The city’s triumphs and tribulations influence his every day life. The people who have so warmly welcomed him from South Africa inspire him to dedicate time to giving back to the community […]
Indeed, gearing up for the release of his new LP, “Grace & Mercy“, Mr. Butler continues to travel the world and will documenting the experience by way of an online series that he likes to call “Grace & Mercy Diaries“. Now peep part 1 of his, ”Grace & Mercy Diaries“, the first of many, below… […]
Grammy ® nominated recording artist Jonathan Butler is set to release his highly-anticipated new gospel CD, Grace and Mercy, on September 25, 2012 by Rendezvous Music. Known for hits such as “Falling In Love With Jesus,” Butler has sold more than 1.8 million albums worldwide including more than 330,000 Gospel CDs. His debut single “I […]
Dreaming big has paid off for Jonathan Butler. He has lived to witness a rebirth of his native South Africa transcend into a place of evolving democracy. In fact, Jonathan credits his years in South Africa for his deep appreciation for life and freedom. It has made him a better person. Butler’s musical gifts have […]
Jonathan Butler is gearing up for the release of his hotly anticipated LP, “Grace and Mercy,” which is scheduled to arrive on September 25th via Rendezvous Music. Butler, mostly known for his hits like “Falling In Love With Jesus” has sold more than 1.8 million albums worldwide! On “Grace and Mercy” Jonathan delivers a collection […]
Grammy ® nominated recording artist Jonathan Butler is set to release his highly-anticipated new gospel CD, Grace and Mercy, on September 25, 2012 by Rendezvous Music. Known for hits such as “Falling In Love With Jesus,” Butler has sold more than 1.8 million albums worldwide including more than 330,000 Gospel CDs. His debut single “I […]