ABOVE RECORDS ENTERTAINMENT™
THOMAS JONES Jr.
Thomas Jones Jr. has successfully made the
transition from shooting jumpers and making
moves in the paint to making moves in the world
of music. With influences such as Jimi Hendrix,
Eric Clapton and Rev. James Payton, he is bound
to make his mark in more than one way.
Thomas began playing the bass guitar at age 8
and by age 12 he had assembled a 12-piece band
and had become fluent in lead guitar, bass
guitar, keyboards, acoustic and electric guitar
as well as drums. The amazing part about it is
that Thomas is self-taught. Having been born
into a musical family with a father who was a
jazz singer and an
Aunt who was also an
entertainer, it was only a matter of time before
the bug would bite Thomas.
Thomas' talent goes beyond what he is capable of
doing with his music. He was once a much sought
after basketball player who received offers from
many big-time collegiate programs including
Georgia Tech, Tennessee, Morris Brown College
and Morehouse College. He became an NBA pro
prospect. Whenever he was not on the court, he
was hanging out with musicians. Many of those
same musicians such as Larry Blackmon and others
from the group Cameo became lifelong friends as
well as fans of his music.
A knee injury ended his basketball career but
opened the door for Thomas to pursue his passion
for music. The composer, producer, writer, and
above all an entertainer started his own label,
"Above Records Entertainment" in order to help
other struggling artists. Thomas remains guided
by strong Christian beliefs which are evident in
his everyday walk. While there are many talented
people in the world, few have the total package.
Thomas is well-rounded in his musical abilities,
soulful qualities, technical ingenuity,
spiritual beliefs, and his ability to bring out
the PURITY of music.
His first CD entitled "You're the One for Me"
(2005) received rave reviews across the country.
Thomas has plans to expand his label and help
other artists. Thomas has also enjoyed a
successful business relationship with Muzak
Corporation, which provides music for doctor's
offices, grocery stores, elevators, The Gap and even
McDonalds.
When not in the studio, performing, or
composing, Thomas can be found teaching guitar
lessons, reading the bible, exercising or
enjoying his favorite lasagna or peach pie or
spending time with his wife of three years
Connie.
In September of 2007 Thomas established "The
Thomas Jones Smooth Jazz Hour Radio Show. The
show plays the BEST INDIE Jazz, Neo-Jazz,
Neo-Soul, Standard Jazz, and Poetry from local
and indie artist. It was moved to
BlogTalklradio.com and RadioFreeDaytona.com
shortly thereafter and is currently in
Syndication. He later
went on to create "The
Thomas Jones Smooth Jazz Hour Video Show"
which features the same talents in a television
format and consists of interviews, movie, and
book reviews.
Currently, Thomas has formed an alliance between Above Records Entertainment and JaThom Records so as to en-strengthen the capabilities of indie artists getting their music heard. "There is a form of healing in music. It relaxes you and brings piece of mind to everyone who listens to it. This is on another level," Thomas stated.
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