The Past
Josh McIntosh began performing original songs in San Francisco in 1992 at the age of 19. In the years following, he started an acoustic duo called Blew Willie and started performing at cafes and small venues all over the city. By 1996 Blew Willie had picked up a rhythm section and was operating as a four piece throughout Northern California. With Josh's powerful vocals and lightning fast acoustic guitar work, the band quickly developed a loyal fan base. Throughout the late 90's (having become a full six piece band), Blew Willie toured the western US delivering three hour sets and earning return spots at the High Sierra Music Festival, H.O.R.D.E, Marin Summer Music Festival, and headlining venues like Slims, House of Blues (Hollywood), and The Great American Music Hall. The music that come out of those years was featured in a full length motion picture (Around The Fire), used as the theme for the Woodstock reunion concert "A Day In The Garden," and received airplay on college radio as well as AAA stations like San Francisco's KFOG and Flagstaff AZ's The Eagle.
All In The Family
In 2000, Josh put away his guitar and moved north of the Golden Gate where he currently lives with his wife and 2 year old son. Since then he has contributed lyrics and vocals to San Francisco's livetronica sensation BLVD, adding 5 songs to their first two albums(BLVD and Before We See The Sun). Josh's brother Dylan is drummer/producer/founder. One of those tracks (Again In The Light) was picked up for use in an action sports film, "Perspectives". BLVD is one of the fastest growing live acts on the west coast, and Josh always looks forward to performing with them when schedules allow. This summer you can catch BLVD at Joshua Tree Festival, High Sierra, Harmony Fest, and more. If you like to dance, this is a group you do not want to miss. Josh's father, Denes, has also just finished his first solo release in more than 10 years (Diamonds In The Litter Box) which features guitars, mandolin and harmonica by Josh, and drums, percussion and hours of production work by Josh's brother, Dylan (BLVD, Blew Willie).
The Now
This year (2008) looks to be a very busy year for Josh McIntosh. He has picked up his acoustic guitar again, and is currently getting ready to record his first solo album. Look for some of the Bay Areas hottest players on this record. Release date is tentatively set for September of '08, along with accompanying solo acoustic versions to be released as part of the "Gratuitous Encore" series. Also in the works is "Scrambled Eggs For Breakfast (Songs For Kids And Other People)". Both of these projects, as well as "The Willie Years" (a remix of favorite Blew Willie songs) will be released on McIntosh's own From The Belly Music label.
Music From The Belly
Josh's music has been described as "full of energy, hope, heart, and guts."
Josh calls it "music from the belly"..."This was my fathers guitar. And someday it will belong to my son. In the meantime, I plan on putting at least a few more miles on it." May this ride last long.
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The Monophonics @ The Great American Music Hall TONIGHT Jan 10th. All Ages! TICKETS AVAILABLE @ www. gamhtickets. com Also check out our NEW SINGLE "250" available on our upcoming 7" Record @ www. myspace. com/monophonics
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thanks for supporting The American Economy! you should come hear us play @ The Red Devil Lounge Wednesday December 3rd at 1695 Polk @ Clay in San Francisco :)
What up dawg! So here is another 3 show heads-up: One the One is sick-ass jazz funk from San Diego. Al Howard's K23 is hip-hop meets funk. The show is only $8 and starts at 9pm.
Joe Bonamassa is an amazing guitar player. He play an original blend of blues/rock, but unlike a lot of blues acts, he keeps it fresh and edgy. Anyone who like guitar wil lover Bonamassa.
Railroad Earth is a bluegrass/rock/jazz/fusion group. They get audiences dancing and with fast and funky down-home jams.
There is lots more coming up this fall....check it out: 9/27 Greg Brown with Bo Ramsey@ The Orpheum 10/11 Whole Lotta Zep with Brothers Gow@ The Green Room 10/16 Dave Attell @ The Orpheum 10/18 The Breakfast @ The Green Room 11/7 Tony Furtado with Dave McGraw@ The Green Room 11/13 Dave Alvin @ The Orpheum 11/15 Buckethead with That 1 Guy @ The Rialto (Tucson) 11/24 The Misfits @ The Orpheum
Hey now! As fall arrives in Northern AZ, our calendar is starting to fill up with a ton of great shows. Starting things off is a FREE show: Greenhouse 8 Year Anniversary with the Mother Truckers at the Orpheum Theater on Friday Sept 5 at 8pm. The Mother Truckers are a fun rock band with some serious Texas twang. There will be lots of prizes and its free!!! 21+ only.
On Saturday Sept 6 at 9pm is String Cheese Incident Virtual Concert: HiDef from Red Rocks @ the Orpehum. This "virtual concert" showcases SCI in their prime at one of the best venues in the world. The dance floor will be open and rocking out is encouraged so bring your hula hoops! All Ages!
On Tuesday Sept 9 are Lake Tahoe favorites Blue Turtle Seduction at the Green Room. What kind of music is it? The band and fans alike scratch their head and offer, "Well its jam-newgrass?, how about gypsy rock?, no its Duran Duran meets String Cheese Incident, meets the Clash ... no its not, its Blind Melon meets the Samples... no matter what you call it, BTS put on a great live show! 21+
Also check out these upcoming events: 9/19 On The One w/ Al Howard @ The Green Room 9/21 Joe Bonamassa @ The Orpheum 9/22 Railroad Earth @ The Orpheum 9/27 Greg Brown @ The Orpheum 10/11 Whole Lotta Zep @ The Green Room 10/16 Dave Attell @ The Orpheum 10/18 The Breakfast @ The Green Room 11/7 Tony Furtado @ The Green Room 11/15 Buckethead @ The Rialto (Tucson) 11/24 The Misfits @ The Orpheum
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