John James Newman is an accomplished singer/songwriter, his live shows are an energetic blend of a soulful, emotive voice matched perfectly with his rhythmic guitar style. John has opened for the likes of Natasha Bedingfield, The Sugababes, Elkie Brooks, Dexy’s Midnight Runners, Jools Holland and Alabama 3 and notably in June 2010, supported Bon Jovi at the O2 Arena in London with his band ‘The Velvet Hearts’.