Joe steels quartet

Joe continues to establish himself as an exciting guitarist in British jazz, having played with the likes of Andy Panayi, Ross Stanley, Julian Nicholas, and Arnie Somogyi. Drawing inspiration from a deep love of the tradition in jazz, as well as infusing elements of other genres such as folk, rock and contemporary music. Joe’s music is full of joy and optimism, being driven by strong melody and innovation.

His new album ‘A Blue Patch’ to be released this year draws together a selection of narratives taken from various aspects of his life and is more broadly a commentary on his belief in music as a vital part of what it is to be human; the euphoric moments, the times that test us and just simply being . ‘A Blue Patch references the parting of the clouds, allowing us to be immersed in the sun, whilst ‘Between the Stars’ is about life’s grey moments; the complex and ambiguous moments and choices in life that challenge us and don’t fit into a neat framework. Ultimately the album presents an optimistic perspective that music is integral to all human emotional experiences additionally giving opportunities to experience life in the moment; it is the life blood that provides acceptance, freedom and liberation from what is happening around us.

Press

‘Wonderful!” - Nikki Iles

“…Joe's flowing lines a thing of beauty” – Bebop Spoken Here

“the standout act” – Simply Jazz Talk