Jonathan Salazar is a San Francisco-based guitarist whose sound blends funk, jazz, soul, and afrobeat into a mellow, groove-rich style. Drawing influence from legends like James Brown, Grant Green, B.B. King, and Julian Lage, Johnny’s playing leans into clean tones, playful phrasing, and deep rhythmic feel.

A longtime contributor to the Bay Area music scene, he spent five years with the afrobeat ensemble Lagos Roots, honing his sense of rhythm and pocket. Whether weaving bossa nova textures or locking into a tight funk groove, Johnny brings a natural, understated vibe to the stage—one rooted in feel and soul over flash