Jonah and the 45s

About Us

This band will make your party swing. You will dance we promise. This is Rock and roll played at its best.


Jonah and the 45's are a five piece Rock and Roll band based in the West Midlands. They pride themselves on the authenticity of the 1950's sound and the way they approach the songs covered.


They play a variety of tracks which are selected mainly from the 1950's although occasionally straying into the early 60's. The set includes songs by artists such as Eddie Cochran, Little Richard, Jerry Lee Lewis, Fats Domino, Buddy Holly, Elvis, Bill Haley, Chuck Berry and many others of that era.


If you enjoy rock and roll as it was meant to be played and performed then why not come see them when they're in your back yard, or maybe you're looking for a band for an event your organising ...




Since the early fifties when black and white teenagers mixed rhythm and blues with country and skiffle, Rock and Roll has been not just a musical style but a statement about youth and rebellion. Its backbeat was made to make you dance, its lyrics were about simple truths and common feelings. It was music to help you forget your troubles and have a good time. All too often bands who cover this music go for a modern, over complicated approach and miss out the driving energy that is fundamental to the sound.


Neil "Jonah" Jones (who appeared in ‘Stars in Their Eyes’ as Eddie Cochran) was brought up with a great love and respect for this music and has set out with his five piece band to put on a show with all the spirit of the original innovators. His set contains faithful renditions of rock and roll classics from legends such as Little Richard, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry and many more.




Meet the Band

Neil "Jonah" Jones

Neil "JONAH" Jones | Lead Vocals
Neil has been singing from a very early age and has been fronting bands since the tender age of 15. He appeared as legendary Rock and Roller Eddie Cochran on ITV's Stars In Their Eyes beating over 10000 other applicants to make it through to the televised show. He has attracted interest from various production companies over the years and even made the final of the "Entertainer Of The Year Competition" for the Midlands region. Neil has always loved Rock and Roll music and realises that it requires an authentic sound whenever it is performed.

Dave Glass

Dave Glass | Bass and Backing Vocals
Following in his father’s footsteps (Brian Glass Tommy & the Crestas) Dave grew up watching Brian perform live and listening to a lot of rock n’ roll. This influenced him to pick up a bass from a very young age, and has been performing since he was 14 years old. Most of this time has been spent with Neil and Adam also in the 45’s. Other bands include Spinner and the Test Pilots who finished 2nd in West Midlands Live Band of the year competition.

Dave Rodgers

Dave Rodgers
Dave has been playing from the age of eight and has become an accomplished piano/keyboard player. He has been with many locals bands over the years, “She’s the Boss” “Talking Pictures”and loves playing Rock and Roll. He takes great pride in getting as close to the 50's piano style ofJerry Lee Lewis and Little Richard as possible.

Adam Chester

Adam Chester | Lead Gutar
Adam has been playing guitar from the age of 15. Adam is accomplished in many styles including authentic Rock and Roll blues and Jazz. He was a member of the Test pilots when the band came second in the battle of the band competition, and is a founder member of the 45s.

Paul Rodgers

Paul Rodgers | Drums
Paul has been playing drums since he can remember! He is a new addition to Jonah and the 45's but since he has joined he has bought a whole new vibe and energy with him and we have loved every second of it.

Neil "Jonah" Jones

Neil "JONAH" Jones | Lead Vocals
Neil has been singing from a very early age and has been fronting bands since the tender age of 15. He appeared as legendary Rock and Roller Eddie Cochran on ITV's Stars In Their Eyes beating over 10000 other applicants to make it through to the televised show. He has attracted interest from various production companies over the years and even made the final of the "Entertainer Of The Year Competition" for the Midlands region. Neil has always loved Rock and Roll music and realises that it requires an authentic sound whenever it is performed.




Dave Glass

Dave Glass | Bass and Backing Vocals
Following in his father’s footsteps (Brian Glass Tommy & the Crestas) Dave grew up watching Brian perform live and listening to a lot of rock n’ roll. This influenced him to pick up a bass from a very young age, and has been performing since he was 14 years old. Most of this time has been spent with Neil and Adam also in the 45’s. Other bands include Spinner and the Test Pilots who finished 2nd in West Midlands Live Band of the year competition.





Dave Rodgers

Dave Rodgers
Dave has been playing from the age of eight and has become an accomplished piano/keyboard player. He has been with many locals bands over the years, “She’s the Boss” “Talking Pictures”and loves playing Rock and Roll. He takes great pride in getting as close to the 50's piano style ofJerry Lee Lewis and Little Richard as possible.





Adam Chester

Adam Chester | Lead Gutar
Adam has been playing guitar from the age of 15. Adam is accomplished in many styles including authentic Rock and Roll blues and Jazz. He was a member of the Test pilots when the band came second in the battle of the band competition, and is a founder member of the 45s.





Paul Rodgers

Paul Rodgers | Drums
Paul has been playing drums since he can remember! He is a new addition to Jonah and the 45's but since he has joined he has bought a whole new vibe and energy with him and we have loved every second of it.