Artist description A far cry from any late-breaking phenomenon in the music industry lies the acoustic poet. Joe Roads, an intensely captivating singer/songwriter, brings his powerful voice to this intriguing genre. Armed with only an acoustic guitar and soul-baring lyricism, Roads delivers a deeply heart felt performance.

Music Style Folk, Blues, Poetry, and, Rock & Roll

Musical Influences The Doors, Richie Havens, Bob Dylan, Syd Barrett, Kula Shaker, as well as the beat generation poets such as Ginsberg and, Kerouac.

Similar Artists The Doors, Richie Havens

Artist History His first public appearance was in June of 1992 at the 8x10 in Baltimore. Immediately, he was noted for his theatrical approach to music. With his combination of poetic lyricism and his psychedelic blues sound, Joe Roads gained the reputation of being epic and dramatic. In October of 1994, Joe(an alumnus of Ringling School Of Art And Design), began touring different parts of the U.S. making extended stops in West Virginia, Georgia, Florida, Louisiana, and, California. Working with producer/engineer Michael R. McAree, Roads has been able to record and release 6 albums of all original material under his own Roadhouse Record label. In a recent review, Music Monthly's take on Joe Roads was simple: "...Joe Roads could be the musical messiah for the year 2000."

Group Members Joe Roads

Instruments Vocals, guitar, and, harmonica

Albums March 1999-Joe Roads, November 1999-The Realm Of Realization, January 2000-World On Fire, April 2000-Brain Salad, May 2000-The Banyan Tree(EP), August 2000-Beyond Tomorrow, August 2000-Subconsciously Live, January 2001-The Hurricane Tour 2000, September 2001-The Trystyng, December 2001-From Pigs To Prophecy

Press Reviews (Can be seen on The Official Joe Roads website)

Location Owings Mills, Maryland - USA

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