You’ll find JJ and the Nasty Bastards in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Their regular gigs are at Bad Boys on the Beach each Thursday and Saturday evening from 5:00 to 9:00.
JJ aka Jeff Johnston
JJ – Jeff Johnston, Band Leader
JJ founded the Nasty Bastards in 2006 after moving to Playa del Carmen from Dallas, Texas. Formerly a commercial real estate developer, he renewed his interests in music after retiring in Mexico. Jeff is a music promoter, writes music, plays keyboard and is the lead vocalist with the Nasty Bastards Band. After moving to Playa, JJ met and married his lovely wife Kim and they are now proud parents of their one year old son, Kaj.
Enrique
Enrique on Drums
Enrique plays drums. He came to Playa del Carmen for a three day trip 14 years ago and never left. He is married to Aurora (see bio below) and lives in Playa del Carmen. Enrique is an incredible artist doing murals as well as digital and commercial art.
Tony
Tony on Lead Guitar
Tony plays lead guitar. Tony started playing guitar in High School and at 17 formed his first band playing original songs. He later played at Café Rock in Azteca near Mexico City. He also played in Puerto Vallarta before coming to Playa del Carmen in 2000. Since arriving in Playa del Carmen he has played with Bradley James, Deja-vu and Mojo Zone, Quarzo, and with Michael Grady. Tony and his wife Dawn are proud parents of their young son Shane.
Aurora
Aurora on Vocals
Aurora sings backup vocals, solos, and has been known to play the kazoo. Aurora has a degree in music and is married to Enrique. They own and operate the world famous juice and snack bar Jugos Salterines de la Rana located at located on Ave 10 and Calle 54.
