John Pizzarelli

John Pizzarelli was born in 1960 in Paterson, New Jersey. He is an American jazz guitarist, vocalist, composer, and bandleader, known for his swinging guitar style, smooth vocals, and modern interpretations of the Great American Songbook. His official website describes him as a world-renowned guitarist and vocalist, and also highlights his radio show Radio Deluxe, which he hosts with singer Jessica Molaskey.

He is the son of jazz guitarist Bucky Pizzarelli and has recorded many albums as a solo artist and bandleader. Important albums include Dear Mr. Cole, Our Love Is Here to Stay, P.S. Mr. Cole, Kisses in the Rain, Let There Be Love, Dear Mr. Sinatra, Midnight McCartney, Sinatra & Jobim @ 50, For Centennial Reasons, Better Days Ahead, Stage & Screen, and Dear Mr. Bennett.

Well-known tracks include “The Girl from Ipanema,” “I Like Jersey Best,” “It Don’t Mean a Thing,” “The Boulevard of Broken Dreams,” “James,” “Fascinatin’ Rhythm,” and “No More Lonely Nights.” Amazon Music and Apple Music list several of these among his popular songs.

John Pizzarelli is known for keeping classic jazz standards and swing music fresh for modern audiences, while also creating tribute albums to major artists such as Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra, Antônio Carlos Jobim, Paul McCartney, Pat Metheny, and Tony Bennett.