A country guitarist from Northwest Indiana. He started playing at 13, came up through metal bands and moved into country, where he plays lead and acoustic guitar for bands and artists.

What awards has he received?

Guitarist of the Year at the 11th Annual Josie Music Awards (2025), held at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. In 2026 he was also announced as an official nominee for the 12th Annual Josie Music Awards.

Who has he played with?

Steel Country and Whiskey Thomas; lead guitar for Nate Venturelli and acoustic guitar for Ashlyn since 2024; and, in 2026, lead guitar in the Tritt/McGraw Tribute Band with his mentor Tom Zank.

What comes with a guitar tab?

The handwritten tab page, a backing track (no guitar), a demo track and videos of the solo at full and half speed, all sent by email. Orders after 7:00 pm CST get the extra tracks the next day.

Where can I watch him play?

On YouTube: @davidjonesmusic for solos, covers and gear demos, and @DavidJonesMusicLIVE for live shows. Short clips are also posted on TikTok and Instagram.

Email davidjonesmusic0114@gmail.com or use the contact form on the website, with the date, city and type of show, collaboration or partnership.

Official website

Northwest Indiana · USA

David Jones: country guitarist from Northwest Indiana

Country guitarist. Built on feel. Defined by tone.

From the stage to the studio, discover the playing, influences, and projects behind David Jones.

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Josie Music Awards

Guitarist of the Year · 2025

Grand Ole Opry · Nashville, TN

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About David Jones

The player behind the sound

David Jones playing his Telecaster on stage — Guitar David Jones

First guitar at

age 13 · still hooked

David Jones is a country guitarist from Northwest Indiana whose musical journey began at the age of 13. From his early days in metal bands to his work in country music, he has developed a playing style shaped by dedication, experience, and a deep appreciation for the guitar.

Largely self-taught, he refined his craft through classical training with Mario Moreno and mentorship from Tom Zank. His influences include Brent Mason, Vince Gill, Brad Paisley, Roy Clark, Zach Top, Tom Zank and Chuck Ward. Explore his musical journey, live performances, and current projects.

Read David's story

From metal riffs to country licks

A life built around the guitar

Seven chapters, one instrument. Swipe through the milestones that shaped his sound.

From his YouTube channel

Solos & covers he's played

David

Telecaster · country solos & covers

Setlist

↓ Heroes: Brent Mason · Vince Gill · Brad Paisley Tap a song to watch

100+ guitar videos
on @davidjonesmusic

+ a new solo every week ✶

Let the guitar do the talking

Performances

Every performance tells a story. Explore David Jones' live playing, featured solos, and musical collaborations.

Main channel · 7.5K subscribers Live performances channel Short clips on TikTok

Music is better together

Musical projects

Different stages, one passion for music. From country bands to artist collaborations, these are the people and projects that shaped David's journey.

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Three stages, one guitar.

Songs filmed live with the bands and artists he plays for. Tap a track to watch it.

Live set · Lead guitar · 2026

Tritt/McGraw Tribute

Honoring Travis Tritt & Tim McGraw, with mentor Tom Zank.

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Live set · Lead guitar · 2024

Nate Venturelli

Lead guitar for Nate's band, here at 115 Bourbon Street.

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Live set · Acoustic guitar · 2024

Ashlyn

Acoustic guitar for the country vocalist, covers and originals.

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Professional recognition

A journey built on music

David Jones holding his Josie Music Awards trophy

Honored at the

Grand Ole Opry

In 2025, David Jones was honored with the Guitarist of the Year award at the 11th Annual Josie Music Awards, held at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tennessee.

In 2026, he was announced as an official nominee for the 12th Annual Josie Music Awards. Every milestone is part of a continuing journey dedicated to the craft of playing guitar.