Paul Jones | |
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Paul Adrian Pond |
| Also known as | Paul Jones P.P. Jones |
| Born | 24 February 1942 Portsmouth, England |
| Genres | Pop music, blues |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, musician, actor, radio and television presenter |
| Instruments | Vocals, harmonica |
| Years active | 1960s–present |
| Member of | The Manfreds |
| Formerly of | Manfred Mann, The Blues Band |
| Website | Official website |
Paul Jones (born Paul Adrian Pond, 24 February 1942)[1] is an English singer, actor, harmonicist, radio personality and television presenter. He first came to prominence as the original lead singer and harmonicist of the rock band Manfred Mann (1962–66) with whom he had several hit records including "Do Wah Diddy Diddy" (UK #1, US #1) and "Pretty Flamingo" (UK #1).
After leaving the band, Jones established a solo career and notably starred as a deified pop star in the film Privilege (1967). In 1979, he formed The Blues Band, and toured with them until their breakup in 2022.[2] He presented The Blues Show on BBC Radio 2 for thirty-two years, from 1986 to 2018, and continues to perform alongside former Manfred Mann bandmates in The Manfreds.
- ^ "Biography by Richie Unterberger". AllMusic. Retrieved 17 May 2009.
- ^ "The Blues Band to release last album 'So Long' and tour dates". Music-News.com. Retrieved 8 January 2024.