Jonathan Butler
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Guitarists · b. 1961

Jonathan Butler

South African singer-songwriter and guitarist

Born
10 October 1961
Athlone
Country
South Africa
Record labels
Artistry Music
Discography
31 albums

Biography

Jonathan Butler is a jazz musician who plays guitar and voice. Jonathan Butler was born on 10 October 1961 in Athlone. The music is usually filed under soul and popular music. Record labels: Artistry Music. The discography here lists 31 albums, from “I Love How You Love Me” (1975) to “Ubuntu” (2023). Honours include Order of Ikhamanga in Silver (2026).

Jonathan Kenneth Butler (born 10 October 1961) is a South African singer-songwriter and guitarist. His music is often classified as R&B, jazz fusion or worship music.

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Discography

Studio and live albums

I Love How You Love Me 1975
Crossroads 1983
Introducing Jonathan Butler 1986
Inspirations 1987
Jonathan Butler 1987
More Than Friends 1988
Gospel Days 1989
Deliverance 1990
Heal Our Land 1990
Put My Love Away 1991
Head to Head 1993
Do You Love Me? 1997
Story of Life 1999
The Source 2000
Surrender 2002
The Worship Project 2004
Jonathan 2005
Gospel Goes Classical 2006
Brand New Day 2007
Live In South Africa 2007 · Live
Falling In Love With Jesus: Best of Worship 2009
So Strong 2010
Grace and Mercy 2012
Merry Christmas To You 2013
Living My Dream 2014
Free 2015
Close To You 2018
Christmas Together 2019
Ubuntu 2023
Falling In Love With Jesus: Best Of Worship
Legends, Volume 1: Jazz

Also plays on

Albums where Jonathan Butler is credited as a sideman

1993 The Sun Don't Lie — Marcus Miller guitar
1999 The Dance — Dave Koz acoustic guitar, vocals
2010 Hello Tomorrow — Dave Koz guitar, vocals
2014 Another Long Night Out — Brian Culbertson classical guitar, vocals
2018 Laid Black — Marcus Miller acoustic guitar, vocals

Awards

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Frequently asked questions

What instrument does Jonathan Butler play?

Jonathan Butler is known for playing guitar and voice.

When and where was Jonathan Butler born?

Jonathan Butler was born 10 October 1961 in Athlone.

What are Jonathan Butler's best-known albums?

Albums in our database include I Love How You Love Me (1975), Crossroads (1983), Introducing Jonathan Butler (1986), Inspirations (1987) and Jonathan Butler (1987).

External links

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