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Paul Jost

When describing the unique vocalist and arranger Paul Jost, two words come to mind “passionate storyteller”. Paul is a multi-instrumentalist, composer and arranger but it is his work as a vocalist that makes him a standout. Both critics and contemporaries alike say he is one of the best male jazz vocalists since Mark Murphy.

Paul has performed worldwide with recent tours in Asia and Europe. Back home in the U.S, Paul is making his mark in New York with an ongoing residency at the internationally acclaimed jazz club 55 Bar, a two-month stint in 2017 at SMOKE performing with Orrin Evans, guest appearances with vibraphonist Joe Locke at Dizzy’s Coca Cola Club at the Lincoln Center in April 2018 and performances at such popular clubs as Mezzrow, Jazz at Kitano’s and more. He can be seen regularly on Festival stages including recent performances at Xerox Rochester International Jazz Festival, Exit Zero Jazz Festival and the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival.

When looking back at his childhood, he says, “Music spoke to my heart the instant I was exposed to it, and each experience adds to a dialogue that becomes more beautiful and more meaningful in my life.”Born and raised in Southern New Jersey, Paul still resides in the area. He served as musical director at the Golden Nugget in Atlantic City and also as music director for singer Morgana King. He is honored as well to have worked in collaboration with songwriter/producer Jim Tullio throughout his career.

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