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Jeff Golub was a renowned guitarist whose clean, electric sound bridged blues, rock, and smooth jazz. Born April 15, 1955 in Copley Township, Ohio, he studied at Berklee College of Music before moving to New York City in 1980 to launch a career that would influence a generation of guitarists. Golub led Avenue Blue during the Bluemoon/Atlantic era, then built a solo catalog that routinely charted on NAC and Smooth Jazz, including the chart-topping Nightlife. He spent eight formative years as Rod Stewart's lead guitarist (1988–1995) and collaborated with artists like Billy Squier, Tina Turner, Vanessa Williams, and Peter Wolf. His late-career releases and collaborations continued to showcase his virtuosic playing and melodic sensibility.

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On this page you’ll find an overview of his life, a highlights-rich discography, and upcoming tour information wherever posthumous or memorial events are announced. We’ve got you covered with reliable, straightforward info and direct links to official sources for the latest news.

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Quick Facts About Jeff Golub

  • Born April 15, 1955 in Copley Township, Ohio; Berklee College of Music alum who moved to New York City in 1980.
  • Led Avenue Blue (debut Bluemoon/Atlantic era) and later built a solo career with albums that charted on NAC/Smooth Jazz, including Nightlife reaching #1 on NAC/Smooth Jazz Albums.
  • Was Rod Stewart's lead guitarist for eight years (1988–1995) and also worked with Billy Squier, Tina Turner, Vanessa Williams, and Peter Wolf.
  • Top NAC singles include Cut the Cake (Do It Again) reaching NAC #1 and Ain't No Woman (Like the One I Got) reaching NAC #2.
  • Dangerous Curves spent 12 weeks in the Billboard Contemporary Jazz top 20; Do It Again peaked at #8 on the same chart.
  • The Vault (2015) is a posthumous Jeff Golub album featuring collaborations with Dave Koz, Kirk Whalum, and others; label: eOne.

The records

Jeff Golub Discography

  • The Vault
    2015 · Entertainment One (eOne)
  • Train Keeps A Rolling
    2013 · eOne Music
  • The Three Kings
    2011 · eOne Music
  • Blues For You
    2009 · E1 Music
  • Grand Central
    2007 · Narada Jazz
  • Six String Santa
    2007 · Metro Cafe Records
  • Temptation
    2005 · Narada Jazz
  • Soul Sessions
    2003 · GRP/Verve
  • Do It Again
    2002 · GRP/Verve
  • Dangerous Curves
    2000 · GRP/Verve
  • Out Of The Blue
    1999 · Bluemoon/Atlantic
  • Nightlife
    1997 · Bluemoon/Atlantic
  • Naked City
    1996 · Bluemoon/Atlantic
  • Avenue Blue Featuring Jeff Golub
    1994 · Bluemoon/Atlantic
  • Unspoken Words
    1988 · Gaia Records

The hits

Top Jeff Golub Songs

  • Cut the Cake
    2002 · NAC #1 (six weeks)
  • Ain't No Woman (Like the One I Got)
    2000 · NAC #2 (Billboard Smooth Jazz Airplay)

Biography

Jeff Golub’s journey began in rural Ohio before he honed his craft at Berklee College of Music. After relocating to New York City in 1980, he quickly established himself as a versatile guitarist capable of crossing genres. He led Avenue Blue during the Bluemoon/Atlantic era, crafting a sound that blended blues-rock energy with jazz-sensible melodies. As a solo artist, Golub released albums that charted on NAC and Smooth Jazz, with Nightlife reaching the top spot on NAC/Smooth Jazz Albums charts. His approach emphasized expressive guitar tones, crisp phrasing, and a keen sense of groove, making him a sought-after collaborator and session musician.

Golub’s career includes eight years as Rod Stewart’s lead guitarist, a role that brought him to stages around the world and into the studio with other luminaries like Billy Squier, Tina Turner, Vanessa Williams, and Peter Wolf. Hits like Cut the Cake (Do It Again) and Ain’t No Woman (Like the One I Got) found success on NAC charts, while Dangerous Curves spent 12 weeks in the Billboard Contemporary Jazz top 20, and Do It Again peaked at #8 on the same chart. In 2015, the posthumous Vault project showcased collaborations with notable artists such as Dave Koz and Kirk Whalum, released by eOne. Golub’s official site, jeffgolub.com, remains the central hub for discography, news, and legacy updates.

Discography Highlights

  • Avenue Blue — Bluemoon/Atlantic era (early career)
  • Nightlife — solo achievement, reached #1 on NAC/Smooth Jazz Albums
  • Cut the Cake (Do It Again) — NAC #1
  • Ain’t No Woman (Like the One I Got) — NAC #2
  • Dangerous Curves — 12 weeks in Billboard Contemporary Jazz top 20
  • Do It Again — Top 10 NAC/Billboard contemporary jazz performance
  • The Vault (2015) — posthumous release featuring Dave Koz, Kirk Whalum, and more; label: eOne

Upcoming Tour Information

As a memorial and tribute presence in the jazz and guitar communities, Jeff Golub's live appearances vary by year with posthumous or commemorative events. For the latest, check official channels and venue calendars. If a show is announced, you’ll see it listed here with venue details and secure seating options.

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For the most accurate discography updates, tour notices, and biographical notes, visit Jeff Golub’s official site and social profiles. Official links below open in a new tab for your convenience.

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