Sion Russell Jones

Siôn Russell Jones is a Welsh singer and songwriter from Cardiff.

Life and career

Jones was born in Cardiff, Wales. He started playing the guitar at the age of 7 and studied music at the University of Glamorgan (now the University of South Wales).[1]

In October 2010, Jones released his debut album And Suddenly via Still Small Voice Music, which was recorded during his final year at The Atrium School of Creative & Cultural Industries, Cardiff.[2]

Jones's music has been used in the background on the British soap operas Coronation Street and EastEnders.[2] He's also had songs featured in the Welsh comedy Stella.[1]

In 2011, Jones signed a publishing deal with BDi music,[3] and during the summer of 2011, he performed at several UK festivals including The Acoustic Festival of Britain, Festival of the Celts, and the Greenman Festival.[3]

In March 2012, Jones performed at the SXSW musical festival in Austin, Texas.[4]

Jones has since continued recording and performing; in April 2017 he announced a short hiatus from music.[5]

References
  1. "Revealed: The 10 hottest new Welsh musical acts to look out for". walesonline.co.uk. 13 August 2011. Retrieved 8 September 2011.
  2. "Artist Profile: Siôn Russell Jones". Green Man Festival. Retrieved 8 September 2011.
  3. "BDi signs welsh talent, Sion Russell Jones". BDi. 10 August 2011. Retrieved 8 September 2011.
  4. "SXSW Schedule and at Canadian Music Week, Toronto as well as showcase gigs at the Rockwood Music Hall and Living Room in New York. 2012". SXSW. Retrieved 15 March 2012.
  5. https://www.facebook.com/SionRussellJones/photos/a.192642130771181.35931.187008208001240/1397191810316201/%5B%5D
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