Bio
“It is a testament to the quality of his
songwriting, which is as close to flawless as a young, unknown
Missourian is likely to get."
-The Riverfront Times on Joe Stickley
With creative attention focused on the art of storytelling, Joe Stickley’s Blue Print features a technical foundation of rock and contemporary folk musings arranged with care and attention to detail. The group continues to be characterized by their inflections, their subtle reliance on universal themes, their ability to appeal to the ear attuned to the roots of American music; all join seamlessly to communicate love, loss, and the possibility of redemption -- rendering the listener rapt. Stickley's 2009 LP Smoke Leaves Town culminates with “The By and By,” a testament to the ability to save ourselves and that life can be lived one cup at a time. The album ends not with a question, but with the resolute hope that only true artists are able to summon.
"I've seen the future up ahead, and the sky looked blue.” And with that, Smoke Leaves Town.
-The Riverfront Times on Joe Stickley
With creative attention focused on the art of storytelling, Joe Stickley’s Blue Print features a technical foundation of rock and contemporary folk musings arranged with care and attention to detail. The group continues to be characterized by their inflections, their subtle reliance on universal themes, their ability to appeal to the ear attuned to the roots of American music; all join seamlessly to communicate love, loss, and the possibility of redemption -- rendering the listener rapt. Stickley's 2009 LP Smoke Leaves Town culminates with “The By and By,” a testament to the ability to save ourselves and that life can be lived one cup at a time. The album ends not with a question, but with the resolute hope that only true artists are able to summon.
"I've seen the future up ahead, and the sky looked blue.” And with that, Smoke Leaves Town.
Career Highlights
Nominee - Best Solo Artist (Male) - 2011 Riverfront Times Music Awards
Nominee - Best Singer Songwriter - 2006 Riverfront Times Music Awards
Winner - Best Songwriter - 2005 Riverfront Times Best of St. Louis
Has played with Steve Earle, Del McCoury Band and The Avett Brothers
Nominee - Best Singer Songwriter - 2006 Riverfront Times Music Awards
Winner - Best Songwriter - 2005 Riverfront Times Best of St. Louis
Has played with Steve Earle, Del McCoury Band and The Avett Brothers
