Jonah Minkus is a dynamic 21-year-old drummer and producer hailing from Albuquerque, New Mexico. He has swiftly made a name for himself in the jazz and indie music scene around the Southwest and beyond.

His versatility shines through in his collaborations with a wide range of artists, including avant-gardist Chris Jonas, and jazz luminaries like Bobby Shew, Delbert Anderson, Michael Anthony, John Rangel, Robert Muller, John Funkhouser and Asher Barreras. Additionally, Jonah's adaptability extends to the indie scene, where he has toured with acts such as Zivi, Homebody and Ezrakh opening for Geese, Mikeala Davis, Kendra Morris, Balthvs and Brainstory.

Jonah's talent has earned him notable opportunities, including performing at the Telluride Jazz Festival in Colorado under the direction of the legendary Rufus Reid, and gracing the international stage at the Saulkrasti Jazz Festival in Latvia. His ability to captivate audiences with his drumming prowess has made him a sought-after performer in New Mexico, where he collaborates with many respected musicians and versatile bands on stage and in the studio.

Beyond drumming, Jonah is a producer and songwriter. As a member of the indie duo Sightseeing, alongside creative partner Sylas Rood, he explores new musical horizons. Their 2023 album, “With All The Noise”  was almost entirely recorded in a dorm room and fully self-produced.