Jonathan Blanchard

Jonathan Blanchard is a multifaceted entrepreneur and musician based in Atlanta, Georgia. He is the owner of JB's Record Lounge, a vinyl record store located in the West End district of Atlanta.2 Blanchard originally started JB's Record Lounge from his home around 2016-2017, before expanding to a physical storefront in July 2018.25

In addition to running the record store, Blanchard is also:

1. A full-time working musician, specifically a soul singer3
2. Involved in arts integration and youth outreach programs3
3. The owner of BLANCHARD MUSIC GROUP llc., a company he has been running since January 20034

Blanchard's musical influences include Earth, Wind & Fire, The Bar-Kays, and Isaac Hayes. His record store, JB's Record Lounge, is notable for being one of the few Black-owned record stores in an industry where such establishments are relatively rare.5

As an entrepreneur, Blanchard has shown a commitment to community engagement. He has used platforms like GoFundMe to garner support for his business ventures.26 Additionally, his record store has been involved in celebrating significant cultural events, such as the 50th anniversary of Hip-Hop in Atlanta.1

Jonathan Blanchard's LinkedIn profile confirms his ownership of both JB's Record Lounge and BLANCHARD MUSIC GROUP llc., showcasing his diverse involvement in the music industry as both a business owner and performer.4