Nao Yoshioka
Pizza Express Jazz Club, W1D 3RW , [Venue Details]Jazz FM's Nigel Williams Presents showcases the finest in jazz and soul talent, Nao Yoshioka, a contemporary soul singer with a powerful voice and refined expressive skills, who blends modern sensibility with deep roots in classic soul.
Born in Japan and later based in New York, she found her calling after hearing Sam Cooke, inspiring her to create music that speaks to the heart. Her voice evokes legends like Aretha Franklin and Whitney Houston, shaped by her resilience as an outsider overcoming challenges.
Nao’s live performances have earned global attention, with a viral YouTube video surpassing 4. 9 million views. She has headlined at Blue Note New York, London Jazz Café, and major festivals including Java Jazz and Capital Jazz Fest.
The first Japanese artist to reach No. 32 on the Billboard UAC chart, Nao has collaborated with artists such as Jon Batiste, Nathan East, Eric Roberson, Mamas Gun, Devin Morrison, and Blue Lab Beats.
Following the 2024 release of her fifth album Flow, she toured Europe and Asia, performing in London, Paris, Warsaw, Beijing, and Shanghai, and returned to the U. S. for a year-end tour.
Nao Yoshioka continues to rise in the global soul scene, connecting with audiences through her heartfelt and empowering artistry.
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Admission: £28.00
Performer name: Nao Yoshioka
Doors open: 6:30 pm
Age restriction: Recommended 7+
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Jazz FM's Nigel Williams Presents showcases the finest in jazz and soul talent, Nao Yoshioka, a contemporary soul singer with a powerful voice and refined expressive skills, who blends modern sensibility with deep roots in classic soul.
Born in Japan and later based in New York, she found her calling after hearing Sam Cooke, inspiring her to create music that speaks to the heart. Her voice evokes legends like Aretha Franklin and Whitney Houston, shaped by her resilience as an outsider overcoming challenges.
Nao’s live performances have earned global attention, with a viral YouTube video surpassing 4. 9 million views. She has headlined at Blue Note New York, London Jazz Café, and major festivals including Java Jazz and Capital Jazz Fest.
The first Japanese artist to reach No. 32 on the Billboard UAC chart, Nao has collaborated with artists such as Jon Batiste, Nathan East, Eric Roberson, Mamas Gun, Devin Morrison, and Blue Lab Beats.
Following the 2024 release of her fifth album Flow, she toured Europe and Asia, performing in London, Paris, Warsaw, Beijing, and Shanghai, and returned to the U. S. for a year-end tour.
Nao Yoshioka continues to rise in the global soul scene, connecting with audiences through her heartfelt and empowering artistry.
Admission: £28.00
Performer name: Nao Yoshioka
Doors open: 6:30 pm
Age restriction: Recommended 7+
Halibuts is the only place to find ALL London's live music.
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