DJ Jonathan Phillips is well-known in the smooth jazz world. Having appeared at many Jazz and R&B concerts he has gained the reputation as one of the hottest party DJ’s in the country.
Known as the voice behind the music he has worked for and performed with some of the nations top jazz recording artists. Jonathan's style is very unique. He engages the concert-goers and gets the party started with his awesome music selection and his personable interaction.
Jonathan Phillips was born in Buffalo, NY as the son of a Baptist preacher. Gospel music has influenced him since the beginning. By the age of 5 he was singing in the church choir!
After moving to Jersey City, NJ as a young teen, Jonathan sang in a local choir and became the Assistant Youth Choir Director at his new church. With his drive for personal enrichment and being mature for his age, Jonathan spent time with the older DJs in the area. From this experience he learned the ropes of Scratching, Mixing and various Emcee-ing styles at neighborhood house parties.
In Los Angeles his associations have included Smooth Jazz Radio 94.7 the Wave, touring with the Delphonics Revue as their emcee, countless Jazz Festivals, Jazz Cruises, working with prominent Concert Promoters and the inception of Sounds Familiar Entertainment.