About
Saxophone recording artist Justin Klunk has quickly emerged as a rising voice in instrumental music. Based in Los Angeles, he approaches the saxophone as a vehicle for fun, energetic, and uplifting expression. His aim is simple: leave listeners in a better mood than when they arrived. Through both recording and live performance, he has built a reputation for engaging audiences around the world.
Justin has toured and shared the stage with a wide range of artists, including Ariana Grande, The Midnight, David Benoit, Kim Dracula, Saint Motel, Lindsey Stirling, and Mastodon. His career reflects versatility across genres and a consistent focus on delivering performances that leave audiences smiling. In addition to extensive touring, he has contributed his musicianship to numerous projects across the entertainment industry.
He has released multiple EPs and full length albums, earning recognition in instrumental and smooth jazz radio. Several of his releases have charted, underscoring his growing impact in the genre. His debut full length album, “Kindness Is Mandatory,” features piano work by veteran artist David Benoit.
Justin’s work extends into television, where his saxophone and flute performances have appeared on shows including “WandaVision,” “Modern Family,” “Emily in Paris,” “A Million Little Things,” “Dr. Ken,” “Uncoupled,” “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series,” and the reboot of “iCarly.”
His collaborations span an equally wide spectrum. He has performed alongside David Foster, Leon Bridges, Earth Wind and Fire, and The Steve Miller Band. He also served as musical director for the band RAINNE, arranging music for their tours and for their performance at the Hollywood Bowl during We Can Survive, where they opened for Taylor Swift, the Jonas Brothers, and Billie Eilish.
Committed to expanding the expressive range of the saxophone while remaining grounded in his musical identity, Justin Klunk continues to shape contemporary jazz through distinctive artistry, dynamic performances, and an evolving sonic vision.