🎸 Julian Vaughn – The Bass Visionary
Born and raised in Kansas City, KS, Julian Vaughn was primarily a drummer when he picked up the bass guitar. He developed his playing style growing up in the church where his grandfather pastored — later led by his father — and eventually began playing concerts and gospel recordings.
🚀 The Launch
In 2010, Julian released his debut jazz album The Purpose Project, marking his entry into the smooth jazz world. In 2012, he dropped Breakthrough — featuring the hit “On Your Feet” which soared to #1 on the Billboard charts.
🎯 Career Highlights
Julian has followed up with Limitless (2015), Bona Fide (2017), Supreme (2019), and Chapters of Love (2021). With 4 Billboard #1s on his own and 8 as a featured artist, he’s become a true jazz chart veteran.
🌍 Touring the World
Julian has performed at the biggest jazz festivals across the U.S. and internationally in Dubai, South Africa, Nigeria, Nairobi, Italy, Spain, and Germany, inspiring audiences everywhere with his soulful bass melodies.
📈 Billboard History
In 2020, Julian was ranked the #2 Smooth Jazz Artist of the Year and scored both the #2 and #17 Billboard Songs of the Year with “Afro Calypso” and “Afternoon Delight.”
💎 The SOLO Era
SOLO, his latest independent album, is being hailed as his best work to date — written, produced, and played almost entirely by Julian himself. He continues to elevate the role of the lead bassist in modern jazz.
