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Interview with Jonathan Butler

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From growing up in poverty during apartheid in South Africa... to now living in Calabasas, California - Celeb Savant spoke with Grammy Award-nominated singer and songwriter, Jonathan Butler. He tells us about breaking barriers by being the first person of colour played on and seen on South African radio stations and television, and winning a Sarie Award. Jonathan also shares about his friendship with Stevie Wonder and much more.

Website - www.jonathanbutler.com
Instagram - @jonathankennethbutler
Facebook - @JonathanButlerMusic
Twitter - @JButlerGuitar
2 Jul 2023 English South Africa Music · Music Interviews

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