Giovanni Jano, better known as JAEL, is a Moluccan recording artist, producer, DJ and vocalist from The Netherlands. Growing up in a musical household, surrounded by Moluccan Folk and gospel, soul, funk and Japanese funk, JAEL’s upbringing plays a huge part in his distinctly energetic performance style.
For years, JAEL has been a member of LA-based label and community Soulection, a respected cornerstone of creativity for innovative musicians. With international praise regarding his capacities as a DJ and live performing musician, JAEL has become increasingly popular on global stages. 2022 saw him perform at Boiler Room Festival (AMS), the Brooklyn Mirage (NYC), O2 Brixton (LDN) and touring the USA, South-Africa, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. In addition to this, JAEL continues his monthly appearances on the influential Rinse FM in London with his very own radio show, CAROUSEL JAEL.