Desmond Jones

Desmond Jones is a five-piece rock/funk/jazz fusion band from Grand Rapids, MI. With original music written to complement the group’s sound as a whole, the music is centered on melodic guitar riffs, groovy basslines, funky drumbeats, and smooth saxophone. The group takes influence from Frank Zappa, The Grateful Dead, Phish, Miles Davis, The Band, and Led Zeppelin to name a few. Desmond Jones puts on exciting and high-energy shows with a high level of musicianship and skillful improvisation. Each show, set list, and song is different from night to night. The group has played over 400 shows in 5 years and has toured the Midwest, East Coast, CO, PA, WV, and more. Desmond Jones is John Nowak, Isaac Berkowitz, Chris Bota, George Falk, and John Loria.