Blending elements of neo-soul, folk, old-time blues and pop, Justin has the guts of Ray LaMontagne and the soul of Lauryn Hill.
This guitar slinging aficionado has the street smarts of an urban swinger and the heart-bending soul of a gospel preacher, and is adept at blending a dark, bluesy Americana vibe with warm, acoustic soul where bits of old folk music and flamenco tunes swirl in and out of earshot.
Half Japanese, half American Justin Nozuka was born in New York and grew up in Toronto. Raised by a single mother, Justin was the sixth of seven children, where all four of his brothers are artists in some form. As a teen, he spun Motown, folk and hip-hop as he fleshed out his music skills learning guitar with his Mexican friends at boarding school.
During his short career, Justin has already snagged stage time with greats like John Cale, Crowded House and Ziggy Marley and with up-and-comers Sam Roberts, Jully Black and Xavier Rudd.
It’s open aired honesty tightly knit. You’ve discovered something that’s all your own yet it spans backstories and countries to fill a million yards and a hundred theatres. This could be Central Park, could be Massey Hall.
QUOTES:
"In his debut album "Holly", Justin Nozuka has created eleven impressive pieces of thoughtful acoustic-soul. Filled with understated melodies, minimal production and an interesting, sometimes dark take on song-craft...4 Stars." -- BBC
"Superior acoustic soul... 4 Stars." -- Q Magazine, UK
"...Nozuka is producing material that is unlike any other singer songwriters - and consequently is beyond genre definition. Largely, it is one man and his faithful guitar - but with a voice like his, there really is no need for any other instrumentation. In truth it would only get in the way. 4 Stars." -- Belfast Daily Telegraph
“Nozuka seemed very modest, but there was absolutely no reason. He had every eye on him and it was nearly impossible to look away. Every song seemed to outdo the one before it, and when he quietly walked off, we were all aching for more.” --Chartattack.com
Alot of new shit coming for 2010!!! New plan, new music, new artists, new shirts, new EVERYTHING!!! Stay in touch and stay posted, Tony V is at it real big right now. Text me at 619-961-8492. And unlike these other people who post a number.....mine is my direct contact, no automated replies. Hit me up!!! Tony V So. Deep SD
Hey Justin. I seriously can not wait for your new album. As I'm typing this I'm listening to your new song called love. &nd I've already fallen in LOVE with the song lOl. you really are an amazing talented musician - Blessings.
What's up friend!! I have music on iTunes, AmazonMP3 and a lot of other digital stores. Click on my picture to listen to more of my music and tell me what you think!!! YAa, Aa'kosya www.myspace.com/aakosyamusic www.myspace.com/jaemsiv
If u want to discover a new artist, i have one for you!
Jared Lee is a new upcoming soulful artist from LA. He recently opened for Brian Mcknight and his song “Hooray for Hollywood” was featured on MTV HILLS and is now available for download on iTunes. Discover the artist here : www.myspace.com/jaredlee www.myspace.com/jaredlee www.myspace.com/jaredlee
When I get in my car and listen to your CD it is like heaven to my ears. I can't help but continue to let you know that you guys are like WOW!!!!!!!! Thank you for all the great music. The lyrics to your songs come with such truth. I love it.
hiiii :) so i'm playing at the kathedral [651 queen st west] this coming friday, the 18th, and wellll.. if you have nothing better to do, you should definitely come out:) this is probably the last show i'll ever be playing there since the bip bop is closing down real soon :( doors are at 6pm & tickets are $10 from me :) hope you can make it <3 ! xoxo prudence<333
Went to your show at The Mod Club two nights ago. What a powerhouse! You, the band, your brothers and Leif were like a breath of fresh air. You are all so unique, with such beautiful soul connecting voices. And you know what else is great... your humble! I think if an artist is successful and they remain then their complete package. Your the deal. Just wanted to add, that I saw you, Philip and George in your school's production "Footloose" back in 2005. I was amazed then and in complete awe now of who have become. Continue to be you, that's all you need to do! Peace
![MisUnderStood™[official]](http://c3.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/105/s_030d0f59328643a89fcd913b39776bc6.jpg)
Online Now!
![Prudence [FREE DEMOS! CHECK THE BLOG]](http://c4.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/45/s_93bd59c125c34160b57e819bb6e17c63.jpg)
