Columbia Jones

As a Jack-of-all-trades, Columbia has done it all. He was a finalist in the 2023 Telluride Solo blues challenge, a nationally touring Folk artist, and the drummer for an Americana band. But Columbia's voice as an artist is what sets him apart.

Columbia Jones has always been very vulnerable both in his song writing and in his personal life. His songs read like a journal of his life detailing  every aspect of it. His first album I'm a Terrible Human Being dealt with his wrestle of becoming a father without being a traditional 9-5er. His second album spoke of the struggles we often conceal from others and his newest album Songs in an Empty House detail his recent divorce. Columbia also has a remarkable singing voice. From soft folk ballads to all out rock and roll, Columbia has the pipes to be heard. No matter the venue, his voice is always the highlight of the performance delivering power, accuracy, and emotion.

After over 10 years of performing as a musician, Columbia has built an impressive resume. Multiple national tours booked by himself, competitions, 50-100 shows a year, 3 albums, and a handful of EPs. While many musicians come and go, Columbia has remained a staple of the Salt Lake City Blues and Folk scene. His combination of hard work and talent has also garnered him respect from venues all over the intermountain west. A relationship he continues to nurture by going on tour twice a year. 

These days he fronts Columbia Jones and the Harpoons: A powerful mix of Blues and Southern rock with a horn section. The songs go from groovy to powerful eliciting all the emotions that Columbia wants his audience to feel.