Joe Fry was born into a musical family where music filled the air at all different
times of the day. Even from the womb I was tapping my foot to the beat of my father, who was, the original Silva Joe Fry the guitar guy. He passed on to me the love of music and the God given talent, that just so happens to be more caught than taught.

    By the young age of around  ten I sang in Church. That was the hook!
There was no turning  back after that. Once you've been bit by the applause of
the crowd and the  feeling of all of their eyes beaming up at you, you're
hooked!

    By the age of fourteen, I was blowing the harmonica. I would wail on the blues
harp!  By the age of 16, I met Richard Daniels and joined the band Comstock
Load as their lead singer. Next I joined a blues band, so I could play my
harmonica and blow the blues. I met Tom Shea from Ballwin Missouri and we
started a blues band called "Tom Shea  Blues Band". I joined as the lead singer, 
rhythm guitarist and, of course, blowing the blues harp. 

 
     Led Zepplin's song "Going to  California" became my reality. I made the cut from over hundreds of auditions in The Paul Fussel's band as the lead singer.
Unfortunately, in 1975 Disco mania hit the country. I decided then to try a different approach. I teamed up with Joel Swan from a local Bluegrass band in St. Louis, called "Sassafras Band".  Back in 1977 our band was doing a lot of the same songs I'm doing today, only they weren't called oldies LOL! Joel and I played as a duet and conquered classic hits, folk, and bluegrass music in clubs all around St.Louis Missouri. Several locations around St. Louis Bogarts Bars was a regular gig. 


     After participating in many bands, playing for my local church, and being encouraged by so many people when I played solo at different gatherings, it prompted me to step out on my own and have the creative freedom to play what I want where I want when I want. I practice when I want and I don't have to worry about a band member deciding  not to show up. Life is too short to not live your dreams. I can honestly say I'm living it. I'm loving it!


     I'm really laid back and I preform my music from the heart. You might call me
somewhat of a naturalist considering I prefer to play without loop machines or
auto-tuning vocal  machines. I play with my natural abilities, just raw, real
talent. I promise you a show to remember and will satisfy everyone in your 
party.


      Check out my ever-changing  song list. Also I've posted some videos and audio clips to give you a sample of  my musical talent. There are a lot of good guitar players and singers out there but not many solo performers that have the
ability to do both (and can wail on a  harmonica!). Of course, I have my original
material for those who want to hear some original compositions. However, my
first and foremost desire is to entertain you with the songs you have grown to
love. I play the popular music of our times.  From old Rock n' Roll and old
Country hits, through the decades, up to today's Alternative Rock and new
Country tunes. I play the winery circuit around  Missouri, several bars, and
numerous restaurants. I've played everywhere from  wineries, high class
restaurants, biker bars, grocery stores (Schnucks), private parties, Hotels and
corporate parties. I've performed at the Hotels around St. Louis for years. I can fit into small venues where my band couldn't. However,
I can fill large venues like corporate parties and tent festivals.

 
     I live and breath every song I interpret. My promise is to make your event a
special musical experience to look back on and never forget. If possible I will
learn to play whatever songs your heart desires. 

 
     I am a professional  singer/songwriter who promises to act professional in every aspect of your vision. It is my pleasure to perform a mind blowing performance every time. I use state of the art P.A. equipment, beginning with my BOSE sound system for perfect acoustics sounds replication. I play a MARTIN acoustic guitar which is considered, by most people, to be the best acoustic guitar ever made. 

 
     I will dress and act professional at all times while interacting with your guest
and taking request. Making folks happy is my goal. I love to see people
enjoying the music, dancing, and singing along. It doesn't take long for folks
to see how encompassed I become in the music I play. It gets contagious. Of
course, I can or will transition from background to foreground if the event permits. 

 
     Thanks so much for your  consideration. Book me now and I will go the extra mile to make you glad you did.

 Sincerely, 

 Joe  Fry 

 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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